Learning Resource Strategist – Program Resource Alignment (Higher Education)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive learning resource strategies to enhance program experiences and student outcomes.
• Create a collection of learning resources aligned with course competencies and program objectives.
• Facilitate the build-or-buy decision-making process for instructional materials.
• Research and recommend new learning resources, including labs, simulations, and hands-on exercises.
• Manage the full lifecycle of learning resources from selection and procurement to implementation and retirement.
• Ensure all learning materials meet accessibility standards and are technically compatible with university systems.
• Maintain a centralized asset tracking system to govern resource usage and lifecycle.
• Advise academic and design stakeholders on the instructional value and long-term sustainability of resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Library/Information Science, Technology, Business, Health, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience selecting, evaluating, and curating learning resources to support courses or instructional initiatives.
• Proven ability to identify and recommend specialized resources such as labs, simulations, and practice activities.
• Experience conducting research for instructional use, including evaluating vendors and external sources.
• Experience aligning learning resources to instructional objectives, course outcomes, and student learning needs.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Publishing, Instructional Design, Online Higher Education, or Library Science.
• Experience with educational technology platforms and learning management systems (LMS).
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines for digital learning materials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA).
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
• Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation, plus flexible paid sick time.
• 11 paid holidays and up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
• Discounted WGU tuition and wellbeing programs.

About the Company

Western Governors University (WGU) is a leading accredited online university dedicated to expanding access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs. Founded by a coalition of U.S. governors, WGU pioneers innovative ways to learn in the 21st century, helping students achieve their goals and build better futures.