| Requisition Number |
20-0059 |
| Post Date |
6/5/2020 |
| Location |
Hussian College |
| Title |
Instructional Technologist |
| Part Time |
No |
| City |
Remote Position |
| Career Information |
We appreciate your interest in Hussian College's employment opportunities.
What to Expect with the Online Application process:
Before you begin the online application process, be sure to:
-Allow up to 20 minutes to complete the online application.
-Have your e-mail address and an up-loadable version of your resume ready.
-Once you have up-loaded your resume, please complete a short questionnaire that will vary in length based upon the position.
Important Note:
Applications are accepted only for currently available job openings. If you are a current Hussian College Associate, please use the UltiPro system via the “My Company” tab so that the recruiting department recognizes you as an internal candidate.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment, promotion, pay or place of work because of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. Employment with the Company does not constitute a contract for any specific period of time. Any Associate is free to resign at any time with or without a reason, just as the Company may end an Associate’s employment at any time with or without a reason. The Company will, in compliance with the ADA, and in response to our dedication to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities, accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible.
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| Description |
The Instructional Technologist will report to the Executive Director of Curriculum and work with Curriculum Project Managers and Subject Mater Experts to create online and we-assist face-to-face courses in a variety of disciplines, integrate current and relevant educational technology into existing courses, and assess third party educational technology products and services. This position is remote.
Major Responsibility Areas:
MRA #1. Support and Contribute to Production and Development of Courses.
Duties:
• Works individually or collaboratively to create or revise courses for online, blended, and face-to-face modalities.
• Design, develop, and produce media elements for curriculum projects.
• Research and identify appropriate third-party technologies to improve or create an effective and engaging student experience. (i.e., lecture capture, plagiarism detection, or screen capture).
• Assists with options for presenting instructional materials or presentations using a variety of software applications, including but not limited to Camtasia, Wimba Voice Tools, Photoshop, podcasting, videoconferencing, digital cameras and audio/visual editing software.
MRA #2. Faculty Training and Support
Duties:
• Train faculty members on the use of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Assist Curriculum Project Managers in training faculty members on the use of third-party software embedded into the LMS (i.e., publisher software, Articulate, Captivate, etc.).
• Provide technical support to faculty members concerning the LMS and embedded third-party software.
• Implement and maintain the Learning Objects Repository in the LMS.
MRA #3. Technical Support and Analytics.
Duties:
• Test new software embedded in the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Perform quality control on all courses and correct any errors and ensure accessibility.
• Troubleshoot and correct technical issues within Canvas.
• Track, assess, and report on learning analytics associated with implemented educational technology.
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| Requirements |
Job Requirements: The following job requirements represent minimum levels of education, experience and competencies/abilities needed to perform this job successfully:
1. Education: Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Technology, or related field required.
2. Experience: Two years’ experience prior experience in instructional technology, preferably in higher education. Experience working with Canvas LMS.
3. Competencies: Incumbent must (be) able to:
• Familiarity with other third party educational technologies (i.e., Articulated, Captivate, WordPress, Camtasia, SoftChalk, etc.)
• Knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles, multimedia and instructional technologies, and synchronous and asynchronous instructional strategies
• Ability to read and interpret student learning analytics, faculty data, and institutional metrics
• Familiarity with adaptive learning models and personalized instruction
• Familiarity with gamification
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and accessibility guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and stay current in a rapidly changing field
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team as well as independently
• Ability to problem-solve and propose creative solutions
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Good customer service skills
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and project management skills and the ability to adhere to deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently without supervision and to work on large projects with other team members
• Attend meetings and training events, which may include additional travel
4. Physical and Mental Requirements:
Physical Requirements: This job requires normal physical mobility, including the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Normal hand-eye coordination; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp and lift up to 40 pounds, is also required.
Mental Requirements: This job requires the ability to read, recall, write and understand information. This job also requires the ability to work under moderate pressure and to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Environment: This job is normally performed in a clean, well-lighted, heated and cooled office area/classroom.
Note:
The purpose of this job description is to document the Major Responsibility Areas (MRAs) and key Duties normally required of this position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities or duties to be performed by incumbents. Associates are expected to follow all job related instructions and perform any other duties assigned by their supervisor(s).
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment, promotion, pay or place of work because of race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability or age. Employment with the Company does not constitute a contract for any specific period of time and any associate is free to resign at any time, with or without a reason, just as the Company may end an associate’s employment at any time, with or without a reason. The Company will, in compliance with the ADA, accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible.
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