Learning Spaces Technology Specialist
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Job Description
LEARNING SPACES TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST
GRADE 12
VSC-UP PAT Bargaining Unit
Exempt
BASIC FUNCTION
To develop and administer university instructional technology resources and services to support teaching and learning; to provide appropriate training for faculty and staff in the use of instructional and telepresence technologies and software; to assist faculty in integrating instructional technologies into curricular projects; and to assist in the design set up and maintenance of instructional facilities and classrooms.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the day-to-day management of instructional/educational technology resources (hardware and software related including: installation of new equipment; maintaining and updating equipment inventory; facilitating equipment sign-out and return; facilitating delivery and set up of equipment in classrooms; and providing instruction as needed.
- Provide training and support for faculty and staff (and students as needed) on the use of instructional technology in learning spaces including on-campus distance sites and virtual classrooms.
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders and appropriate outside vendors to assess and advise on appropriate technology design solutions for learning spaces.
- Develop a strategy and roadmap with peers to Plan for standard and regular equipment refresh maintain and provide routine repairs of equipment obtain outside service as needed for major repairs.
- Serve on relevant university and VSC Instructional Technology working groups.
- This position may involve supervising and directing the work of student employees.
- Keep abreast of current developments and emerging trends in instructional technologies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Travel will be required as needed to support remote sites around the state.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervision is received from the Director of Learning Technologies.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of student workers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelors degree in educational or instructional technology plus two to four years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Vendor Management experience. Project management experience.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge:
- Knowledge in the use of a wide array of technology products including multimedia and web writing tools imaging and video software authoring tools and information retrieval using the internet is essential.
- Experience in training users about new technologies and environments preferred.
Skills:
- Understanding of Canvas learning management systems preferred.
Abilities:
- Ability to deal effectively with and represent the University to a broad range of individuals/groups within and outside of the University.
- Must be able to maintain a flexible schedule to meet the needs of faculty and students.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals within the University and capacity to work as part of a team to collaborate and choose student success.
Location: This position may be based on any of the Vermont State Colleges campuses.
LOCATION: This position may be based on any of the Vermont State Colleges campuses located in Williston Winooski Montpelier or Randolph.
This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.
Physical Requirements: Duties performed cause slight fatigue of eyes fingers or other faculties as a result of repetitive motion and/or long periods of standing or sitting. Duties require little physical effort in work with light to moderate (up to 25lbs) easy-to-handle materials. Duties will occasionally require the climbing of ladders.
Working Conditions: Job is performed in a general office or comparable working area with many and frequent distractions such as noise and interruptions. Work schedule may vary during high volume periods.
This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.
VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS welcomes all qualified applications including those from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with ADA requirements and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact Human Resources for assistance with accommodations at .
All new full-time employees and certain part-time employees will be subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
Application Instructions:
In order to be considered please submit a complete application package which includes a cover letter resume/CV employment application and contact information for three professional references at: Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
