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About Carleton University

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

As one of the 2023 Top 100 Employers in Canada and one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for nine consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager, Instructional Support, the incumbent is responsible for the design of e-learning materials, activities and assessments for and migration of face-to-face courses to the online environment.

The eLearning Designer accomplishes these tasks by working closely and collaboratively with faculty members and contract instructors to understand their courses’ significant learning and instructional goals. Using this information, the eLearning Designer will apply evidence-based Instructional Design models and techniques to design and implement to modules, courses and programs. This could include the design of mediated learning activities, the organization and structuring of content, the recommendation of assessment strategies, communication and feedback.

The e-Learning Designer will have a solid background in developing online courses, excellent project management skills and excellent ability to use multiple Learning Management Systems.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

In-depth knowledge of instructional design, course design, learning theories, and educational technologies. The eLearning Designer will demonstrate significant understanding of the principals of adult and technology mediated pedagogy. They will have experience and expertise with a variety of multimedia authoring applications, Learning Management Systems and educational technology tools.

Effective project facilitation and organizational skills, along with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, as well as good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, tact and discretion are essential. Moreover, the incumbent must possess the ability to work under pressure and a remain on task when addressing learning programs with complex and challenging requirements. Adaptability and attention to detail will be the key to this position, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• A Masters degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, Adult Education or related field is preferred.
• Two years of relevant and current work experience in instructional design, educational technology support, or other field related to e-learning, preferably in educational settings. Teaching experience is a Higher Education environment is preferred.

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

Health and Safety Requirements

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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