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Instructional Production Specialist

Penn State University

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#SharePoint#Higher Education
#Microsoft Teams
#Smartsheet
#Instructional Design
#LMS
#Canvas LMS
#Digital Accessibility
#Student Accommodations
#Course Templates
#Course Audits
#Course Remediation
Full TimeHybridRemote friendly2-5 yrs$36,888 - $53,532 / YEARPosted 2 days ago

Location

University Park, Illinois

Salary

$36,888 - $53,532 / YEAR

Quick overview

The specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality online and residential course templates within the Canvas LMS. This includes implementing design specifications, ensuring accessibility compliance, and supporting live course sections and student accommodations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Required skills include proficiency in LMS implementation, strong organizational abilities, and experience with collaborative digital tools.

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Job description

Application instructions

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The Office of Learning Design in the College of Information Sciences and Technology is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Instructional Production Specialist to support the development and maintenance of high-quality online and residential courses. This role is central to keeping our course templates accurate, consistent, and ready for students each semester. Working closely with instructional designers, the specialist translates design direction into polished course content, supports live course sections throughout the semester, and helps ensure our materials are accessible to all learners. This is a hands-on production role well-suited to someone who takes pride in precision, follow-through, and keeping complex projects organized. Key Responsibilities Organize and update course content in Canvas course templates based on designer direction, design specifications, and established best practices, confirming completed updates with designers. Maintain consistency across courses and designer portfolios by reviewing templates against standards, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating corrections. Prepare live course sections each new semester by updating content, implementing semester settings for integrations and tools, and communicating readiness or needed fixes to designers and the production team. Support student accommodation requests in live sections, such as extended quiz time or split exams, by updating Canvas materials in coordination with the Learning Design team and faculty. Complete Canvas course merges and responds to real-time course issues with prompt troubleshooting and follow-up. Create, review, and remediate course materials for accessibility; assist with course audits and support compliance with institutional accessibility standards. Contribute to workflow improvements by documenting processes, sharing recommendations, and helping designers identify efficiencies in course production. Support designers with faculty-facing tasks, maintain organized documentation across shared systems, and help assign and monitor appropriate tasks for student interns. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or High School (HS) 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

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  • Paid Time Off
  • Holidays
  • Sick Time
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Plans
  • Tuition Discount

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The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation. ARL-Penn State supports national security, economic competitiveness, and quality of life through Education; Scientific discovery; Technology...

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IndustryDefense & Space
TypeEducational
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQState College, Pennsylvania
Founded1945

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  • Successful candidates will have: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple courses and tasks simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to implement instructional design direction within a learning management system (LMS). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with designers, faculty, and team members. Comfort working with collaborative tools such as shared file systems, Smartsheet, SharePoint, or Microsoft Teams. A proactive, problem-solving mindset and reliable follow-through on requests and updates.
  • Preferred Qualifications

    Experience working in higher education. Experience working with the Canvas LMS. Familiarity with digital accessibility practices and standards. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $36,888.00 - $53,532.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities. Across 24 campuses, our 100,000 students and 40,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom – it’s the positive impact made on communities across the world. Our ideals stem from our origins as Pennsylvania’s sole land-grant institution, which allow us to continue to bring positive impact to humanity through our teaching, research, and engagement mission. And across the world is a community of Penn Staters – more than half a million strong – driven by that same spirit to serve our local and global communities. At Penn State, passion is met with collaboration in an environment that is rooted in shared pride for the accomplishments of our fellow students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Penn Staters cheer each other on to build a culture committed to service and engagement. Our University values represent our core ethical aspirations for all our daily activities and actions as students, faculty, staff, and volunteers at Penn State. Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community. We Are Penn State. One Community. Impacting Many.

    Market context

    Instructional production roles in Illinois

    In Illinois, Instructional Production Specialist roles are typically tied to schools, districts, or education support teams that need help maintaining digital learning materials and LMS workflows. Competition often centers on candidates who can show organized project support, comfort with collaborative digital tools, and experience implementing learning management systems. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight your LMS and coordination experience.

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