Instructional Designer- FIPSE AI-Enabled Teaching and Learning (Grant Funded)

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The Instructional Designer - FIPSE Grant Funded position provides consultation and support for instructional design strategies, assessment, technologyenhanced learning, and distributed learning materials. This role is part of Dallas College's AIEnabled Teaching and Learning Initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of Education's Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). The position supports faculty across multiple disciplines in integrating AI literacy, emerging technologies, and researchbased pedagogy into curriculum and instructional practice. The position is fully funded by the FIPSE grant from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029, and continuation beyond this period is contingent upon additional funding.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in program and course design principles.

• Proficiency with instructional design theories and development software.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work with subject matter experts and translate complex information into engaging instructional materials.

• Excellent writing, facilitation, and presentation skills.

• Ability to analyze issues, solve problems, and make informed decisions.

• Customer service focus and strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

• Demonstrated familiarity with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence tools for teaching and learning.

• Ability to support ethical, responsible, and pedagogically sound integration of AI in coursework.

• Comfort with crossfunctional collaboration with faculty, industry partners, and subject matter experts.

• Strong project management abilities aligned with multiyear, multistakeholder initiatives.

• Ability to convert AIrelated or technical competencies into accessible learning experiences for students and faculty.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in instructional design, education, educational technology, or a related field.

• Two (2) to four (4) years of experience in instructional systems design and development, educational technology, or similar.

• Official transcripts required.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role

• Master's degree preferred

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Consult with faculty and administrators on curriculum and instructional design.

• Ensure alignment with Dallas College goals, standards, and compliance requirements.

• Provide guidance to faculty on course design, assessment, usability, and pedagogical improvement.

• Maintain awareness of current learning technologies and instructional design trends.

• Support faculty participating in the AI & Emerging Technologies Community of Practice (COP).

• Assist in redesigning courses to incorporate AI concepts, emerging technology skills, ethical use frameworks, and employervalidated competencies. Collaborate on the application of instructional technologies and universal design principles. Contribute to faculty professional learning materials, implementation guides, and resource repositories associated with the FIPSE initiative.

• Collaborate with sub-awardees, industry partners, and curriculum teams during AI Sprints to translate identified competencies into redesigned coursework.

• Provide support to the project team and faculty as they pilot, evaluate, and refine AIenabled instructional tools, including analyzing usage data and faculty feedback.

• Develop and maintain documentation, templates, and toolkits that support replication of project activities across the institution.

• Engage in crossdisciplinary collaboration to ensure curriculum alignment with evolving workforce needs.

  • Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.

  • All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.

  • People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.

• Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly known as the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD), has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven (7) campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.