[Hiring] Instructional Design Specialist 1 @The Ohio State University

Role Description

The Instructional Design Specialist 1 supports accessible course development across the College of Public Health. Working under the guidance of the Instructional Design Coordinator, this role focuses on:

• Digital accessibility remediation
• Course build support
• Quality assurance for online and hybrid courses

The position helps prepare courses on schedule and ensures content aligns with college standards, accessibility expectations, and instructional design best practices.

The Instructional Design Specialist 1 bridges the gap between student assistants and more senior instructional design/accessibility roles. The position assumes ownership of defined work packages, including:

• Formatting documents
• Performing accessibility checks
• Updating Canvas modules

Complex issues will be escalated to senior staff. The role supports instructor readiness, improves consistency and accessibility of course materials, and contributes to compliance with ADA Title II and WCAG 2.1 A/AA expectations. Success will be measured by:

• On-time course launches
• Reduced rework
• Consistent application of accessibility and quality standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Requirements

• This position is contingent upon funding and will end on or before a 15-week term of employment, with possibility of renewal based on continued availability of funding and performance.
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
• A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

• Ray Rate: $22.93/hr
• Fully remote position; occasional evening or weekend work may be required near course launch windows.
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift