Reports To:
AVP, Employer Partnerships & Workforce Development
Position Status:
FT - Full-Time
Posted Pay Range:
$68,777 - $85,971
Design Workforce Learning That Drives Results as a Senior Instructional Designer at CWI!
Are you passionate about creating innovative, industry‑aligned learning experiences for adult learners? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to support workforce training, employer‑sponsored programs, and apprenticeship instruction through high‑quality course design, LMS optimization, and instructional technology leadership.
Why Join CWI?
CWI’s Workforce Development and Employer Partnerships programs play a critical role in preparing learners for in‑demand careers. In this role, you’ll collaborate with employers, subject‑matter experts, and instructors to design modern, accelerated, and skills‑focused learning experiences—while advancing instructional quality and innovation across workforce and professional training programs.
Benefits:
CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:
- Premium healthcare plans
- 11%+ employer retirement contributions
- Tuition discounts
- Generous personal leave
- Professional development opportunities
Industry‑Aligned Instructional Design & Collaboration:
- Partner with Workforce Development and Employer Partnership leadership, instructors, SMEs, and employer partners to translate industry skill needs into effective learning experiences
- Collaborate with instructors to design, develop, and continuously improve courses, including video‑based and interactive learning materials
- Design modular, accelerated, and short‑term training programs tailored for adult learners and workforce needs
Learning Technology & LMS Leadership:
- Design, test, recommend, and implement solutions to optimize Canvas and related learning technologies
- Maintain LMS course shell blueprints and manage content migration based on course timelines
- Provide LMS administration and technical support for Workforce Development and Employer Education teams
Instructor Training & Instructional Support:
- Train instructors on Canvas, instructional software, video production, and job aid creation
- Support instructors delivering instruction across in‑person, online, hybrid, remote, and employer‑site environments
- Provide guidance on instructional best practices, presentation techniques, and adult learning strategies
Quality Improvement & Innovation:
- Support continuous improvement through course reviews, learner feedback, and instructional quality indicators
- Apply adult learning theory and instructional design best practices to enhance learner engagement and outcomes
- Stay current on instructional technologies and workforce education trends
What We’re Looking For:
- 4–5 years of instructional design experience
- Experience with online learning as a student or instructor
- Strong expertise in adult learning principles, instructional design, and online course development
- Proficiency with learning management systems, particularly Canvas
- Experience administering or supporting LMS platforms (course setup, enrollments, troubleshooting)
- Experience developing instructional materials using video and e‑learning tools (e.g., SnagIt, Camtasia, Adobe Captivate)
- Experience collaborating with instructors, SMEs, and industry professionals
- Strong project management, organizational, and presentation skills
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with SCORM, HTML, Section 508 accessibility standards, and web‑based instructional technologies
Additional Instructions For Applicants:
Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
