CAPE eLearning Specialist

About UIS

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

3/13/2026

$30.00

This position will support CAPE's online curriculum development projects for employer training. Responsibilities include conducting learner analyses, storyboarding, working with subject matter experts and stakeholders to define and refine content, developing interactive curriculum, and managing aspects of the project along with a team. The ideal candidate will have experience in instructional design, creating software simulations with Articulate Storyline, and collaborating with SMEs and stakeholders to reach consensus and meet project deadlines.

This position can be remote, but Illinois residency is required.

• Creates eLearning content and activities using Canvas, Articulate Storyline, and other authoring tools
• Collaborates with SMEs to create detailed storyboards for stakeholder review and approval
• Designs exercises, activities and assessments that enhance learner understanding
• Manage project deadlines and deliverables
• Follows instructional design processes to create sound instructional objectives, learning activities and assessment
• Analyzes and applies trends and best practices in accessibility and instructional design
• Other duties as assigned

Any combination of the following, totaling 6 months from the categories below:

• Coursework in instructional design, instructional technology, education, or similar field.
• 30 semester hours equals 6 months
• Certification in instructional design or gamified eLearning development.
• Work experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or systems training.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the theory and practice of instructional design and online education.
• Certifications or experience in learning development.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Portfolio samples that include system/technical training content.

• Knowledge of function, operation, and maintenance of different types of elearning software.
• Knowledge of routine office software such as word processing, spread sheets, and/or databases.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical problems.
• Ability to provide quality customer support and professionally interact with all faculty, staff and external partners.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations.

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The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System.

• You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will,…