Educational Resources Developer

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER 3 (006148)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_189870

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/16/2025 10:39:19 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/16/2025 10:39:13 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7100O

Organization:

INSTITUTE OF AMERICAN CULTURES

Division Code:

8120D

Division:

ETHNIC STUDIES RESEARCH CENTERS

Department:

206000 - ASIAN AMERICAN STUDIES CENTER

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_189870

Position Description ID

245502

UC Payroll Title:

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER 3 (006148)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40046323

Reports to Payroll Title:

ADMIN OFCR 4

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40064369

Department Head Payroll Title:

DIRECTOR

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

007457

Publications Prod Spec 2

1

004922

Student 1

.75

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director and Deputy Director, the Educational Resource Development Manager is responsible for overseeing the assessment, development, and organization of educational materials and resources of the Asian American Studies Center. This work includes, but not limited to, transforming collections into instructional resources, distributing resources and research-based publications, and managing archival projects by preparing materials for digitization and overseeing metadata and Content Management System (CMS) ingestion. The incumbent will also oversee the dissemination of policy reports and journal articles produced by the Center. The incumbent will serve as the primary administrator for various digital asset management systems, digital and special collections projects, such as the Asian American Pacific Islander Multimedia Textbook Project, Yuri Kochiyama Collection, Japanese American Research Project, Never Forget: Filipinx Americans and the Philippines Anti-Martial Law Movement, Reading Sa I Gu Collection and future projects.

Established in 1969, the UCLA Asian American Studies Center (AASC) is a national research center dedicated to advancing historical, transformative and interdisciplinary scholarship that bridges research with community voices. The Institute for American Cultures houses the AASC along with the American Indian Studies Center, Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies, and Chicano Studies Research Center. The centers are the only ethnic studies organized research units (ORU) among the 10 University of California campuses. The AASC advances research and the field of ethnic studies through publications, public programs and events, providing funding opportunities, maintaining the largest Asian American Studies library and archives in the U.S., housing 7 Endowed Chaired Professorships, and community partnerships with local, state and national organizations. The Center has 13 staff and a Faculty Advisory Committee made of 55 Faculty members cross campus.

Educational Resources and Materials Development

A. Assess, develop, and organize educational, multimedia, and instructional materials and resources for various research projects.

B. Create resource materials from the Asian American Studies Center’s research projects, publications, library archives, and special collections.

C. Disseminate accessible resource materials, policy reports, and journal articles to academic institutions, campus partners, community partners, government agencies, other stakeholders, and the larger public.

D. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure content meets instructional and operational goals.

E. Translate emerging digital learning practices into instructional media, graphics, and materials that reflect current trends.

F. Analyze to ensure primary resources are aligned with educational and instructional standard and guidelines.

45%

Archival and Production Management

A. Serve as project lead on analog-to-digital production and maintenance of special collections and archival projects.

B. Advise, plan, oversee and supervise  the metadata creation and preparation of materials for digitization and ingest to CMS, particularly requiring advanced knowledge of facets, metadata, subject specialty, and features adaptable to changing needs of the AASC archival projects.

C. Create and maintain a digital asset management system for archival preservation of digital collections and library projects.

D. Develop and maintain  metadata schemas, controlled vocabularies, library and information science industry standards, and quality control processes to ensure metadata accuracy.

35%

Supervisory Responsibilities

A. Supervise and train staff and student workers who assist with the research projects, care and use of the materials, and special collections.

B. Evaluate performance of staff and program areas or, where appropriate, coordinate performance evaluation processes.

C. In conjunction with the Senior MSO, coordinate resolution of personnel issues including hiring of key staff, compensation, classification and related issues with Campus Human Resources Office.

D. Serve on search committees and assist with onboarding and off boarding of employees.

10%

Technology Strategic Planning

A. Maintain expert level knowledge of standard computer operating systems, software products, and alternative solutions and approaches.

B. May serve as expert design lead for new and continuing projects of moderate scope.

C. Train users of educational and instructional resources.

D. Act as liaison with central IT administration on new projects and negotiate new projects with stakeholders.

E. Advise, plan, and collaborate with the web development in enhancing the overall web, mobile and social presence of the Center through new initiatives as well as enhancement and maintenance of existing systems.

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in related area and /or equivalent experience/training

Required

Or

Master's Degree

In related area and/or equivalent experience/training related to instructional design and informational systems.

Preferred

Demonstrated Experience

with network PCs and Macintosh workstations in a mixed environment

Required

Skill in analyzing information and situations to define the problem and/or objective, identify issues, and formulate logical conclusions, and in organizing material and information in a systematic way to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort.

Required

Excellent verbal communication skills to interact effectively and diplomatically with users, and ability to work accurately with attention to detail; quickly and independently learn and adjust to changing technology and environments.

Required

Demonstrate skill in organizing work, defining tasks, setting priorities, working independently and following through on all assignments with minimal direction and supervision.

Required

Knowledge of  Asian American Studies and Ethnic Studies.

Preferred

Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, Adobe software, UC developed applications, email systems, data/contact management programs, web-based applications, text editors, client/server applications, and protocols.

Required

Understanding of principles of archival arrangement and description; Basic knowledge of archival best practices and metadata structures and standards.

Required

Knowledge of metadata schemas, such as Dublin Core, METS, MODS.

Required

Demonstrate knowledge of advanced computing and ability to introduce innovations and incorporate new technologies or processes.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers, administrators, faculty, community members, vendors, and external sources.

Required

Flexibility in accepting new or special assignments/projects on short notice to enable the Center to cover essential functions and/or meet organizational goals.

Required

Ability to exercise independent judgment where no formal policy exists and demonstrate logical and sound decision making skills.

Required

Ability to work accurately with attention to detail; quickly and independently learn and adjust to changing technology and environments.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Campbell Hall

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.