Instructional Technologist
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Job Title
Instructional TechnologistAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Dean of Business AdministrationProposed Minimum Salary
$4166.67 monthlyJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
A glimpse of the job
Working with a dynamic team the Instructional Technologist will support high-quality learning experiences through hybrid and online modalities for Mays Business School. This is an exciting position for those who like a fast-paced environment working behind the scenes during live recordings supporting faculty during synchronous cohort learning sessions. Working 2:00 - 10:00p.m. you will assist in the technical use of the Learning Management System (LMS) and coordinate the delivery of information and assistance to faculty seeking support. You will use integrated instructional technologies through training and support to include the development and maintenance of knowledge articles and process documents. The Instructional Technologist also conducts training sessions on lecture capture and video streaming activities and develops appropriate training manuals. And youre continued growth in the this field will be enhanced as you keep track of trends and news in related areas such as online education training and higher education.
Essential Duties/Tasks
Learning Support
Develops and implements faculty training opportunities.
Provides one-on-one consultation with faculty staff students in the use of tools associated with the learning delivery environment.
Develops training materials to support faculty effectiveness; refers advises or assists faculty in designing materials to support instructional effectiveness.
Acts as a technical resource in video streaming and digital learning software hardware and techniques.
Works with others to develop training elements that align with our products and services.
Develops maintains and updates knowledge articles pertaining to our products.
Learning Delivery Execution
Resolves issues or concerns from students during live synchronous cohort sessions.
Manages the digital learning technologies and environment during synchronous cohort sessions.
Project Support
Manages communications and utilizes excellent time management skills to complete projects.
Assists with projects to document progress.
Conceptualizes visual elements based on requirements.
Prepares rough drafts and presents ideas to those with and without digital learning background.
Manages and maintains knowledge library for projects.
Information Awareness
Follows industry trends through blogs e-newsletters and social media.
Looks for innovative ways to illustrate and share information to the appropriate audiences.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of related experience in classroom and online delivery of courses/programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using software such as Zoom Canvas and Microsoft Suite
Experience supporting faculty with the product of online and/or asynchronous learning
Experience troubleshooting software during the process of online and/or asynchronous learning
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Proven experience providing customer service and supporting faculty
Knowledge of at least one learning management system.
Experience using software that enhances teaching and learning in a digital learning environment.
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
Ability to effectively plan and execute projects that make efficient use of resources and meet deadlines.
Ability to work weekends if needed.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation is $50000/year
Position Details: This position works afternoon/evening hours from 2-10:00p.m. working behind the scenes during live recordings for up to 4 hours.
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.
Who we are
Texas A&M Universitys Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members 125 staff members and 6400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting finance management management information systems marketing and supply chain management. Mays Business Schools vision is building a better future through business. To fulfill this vision our mission is developing leaders of character who make a positive difference in the communities where they live work and serve.
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
- Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
