Manager, Design & Development
Core
Leads the design and development of competency-based learning and assessment experiences for academic and professional programs.
Role type
Manager, Design & Development
Builds
High-quality, engaging learning content and valid, reliable assessments
Domain
Higher Education / Online Learning / Instructional Design
Required skills
Team leadership, Coaching, Project management, Data analysis, AI in product design, Instructional design, Curriculum development, Assessment design, LMS proficiency, Process improvement
Preferred skills
UI/UX design, Mobile-first learning design, Gamification, Change management, Higher education landscape knowledge
Technologies
Learning management systems, Digital tools, AI tools
Responsibilities
Leads and supervises teams of instructional designers and technologists; Ensures design deliverables meet quality and alignment expectations; Uses data to identify trends and drive improvements; Models and mentors best practices in leveraging AI; Manages design and development processes for timelines and budgets; Leads assessment design efforts for validity and alignment; Plans staff assignments and project approaches; Collaborates with stakeholders across project phases; Analyzes feedback to implement improvements; Coordinates delivery to vendors; Provides coaching and professional development; Manages project risks and barriers; Establishes project timelines and milestones.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership