Casual Pool

Instructional Designer (PS4)

Nova Scotia

Various locations across Nova Scotia

Department of Applied Research, Innovation and Workforce Development

Casual Position: Instructional design in support of contract training and continuous education course development within the department of Applied Research, Innovation, and Workforce Development.
Application deadline is 11;59 PM, March 11, 2025

Work Location: please note that this position is based at one of NSCC's campuses, on-line, or at the industry partners site depending on the program needs.

The salary scale for Professional Support 4 is based on steps that range from $38.00 - $50.52 per hour. New Professional Support may receive up to a maximum of seven steps for relevant occupational experience which is $44.25 per hour.

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a university undergraduate degree and a recognized Professional Certification/Designation in Instructional Design or equivalent combination of education credentials and certifications within the subject matter.
• You have a minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) of recent and relevant experience in the area of developing, designing and supporting online courses and programs.
• You are familiar and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail, Industry-standard software, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) on Mac and PC platforms. Experience working with Brightspace (or other learning management systems) will be considered an asset.
• Experience with eLearning authoring software packages such as Articulate Storyline and Camtasia will be considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology, and you are committed to using technology to create an exceptional student experience.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to interact with a diversity of people and support resolution of issues.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and are able to create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.