Job Details

Instructional Developer- UTEP InSPIRE

Position Number: 6387209
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design

Instructional Developer- UTEP InSPIRE

Job ID: 13708
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

Position Information

Hiring Department: UTEP InSPIRE

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours:40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: exempt/non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

Note: This position is Grant Funded and subject to availability of funds.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

The Instructional Developer plays a vital role in supporting faculty excellence at UTEP through the design, development, and delivery of high-impact professional development programming. This position is responsible for creating engaging, research-informed learning experiences that advance teaching effectiveness, instructional innovation, and the integration of new technologies. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Instructional Developer supports both strategic initiatives and day-to-day programming that promote student-centered teaching.

Essential Functions

Design and implement faculty development programs (workshops, webinars, learning communities, institutes, online modules) grounded in evidence-based teaching practices.

Collaborate with faculty and instructional teams to develop resources and tools that support effective course design, inclusive pedagogy, and assessment strategies.

Support university-wide initiatives related to teaching innovation, curriculum development, and instructional technologies.

Conduct consultations and provide individualized support for faculty and instructional staff on topics such as syllabus design, active learning, and teaching with technology.

Research and curate content on instructional best practices, emerging trends in higher education, and adult learning principles.

Evaluate the effectiveness of faculty development programming using surveys, feedback tools, and learning analytics.

Contribute to the planning and coordination of special events, such as faculty institutes, teaching showcases, or teaching with AI forums.

Maintain knowledge of current and emerging instructional technologies and learning design frameworks.

Serve as a thought partner on strategic projects that enhance the culture of teaching at UTEP.

Complies with all State and University Policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university within area of assigned responsibility

and

Experience: At least 2 years of experience developing instructional materials or professional development programming in a higher education setting.

Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning theory and evidence-based teaching practices. Strong presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Experience working with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas), digital tools, or instructional technologies.

Additional Information

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=13708&PostingSeq=1