Learning Management Systems Technology Specialist

Summary:

Knowledgeable in the application of educational technologies and LMS systems the LMS Technology Specialist researches advises and implements both LMS-based tools and features as well as those for third-party tools and applications. This includes collaboration with the Integrative Learning Design (ILD) and other Academic Teams at UMGC to identify the business need the vendor to access key administrative and user functions and with internal staff to apply and test solutions. The LMS Technology Specialist also contributes to end-user guides and documentation as well as administrative support documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with UMGC staff and academic subject matter experts to identify requirements test and implement technology-based learning solutions that align with the course and program learning outcomes.

• Provide technical guidance to UMGC staff and faculty on the use of the LMS system (D2L Brightspace) and other educational technologies.

• Conduct needs assessments and user acceptance tests to evaluate the effectiveness of technology-based learning features and tools.

• Stay informed to the latest emerging educational technologies and trends to make recommendations for future technology-based integrations features and tools.

• Develop and maintain documentation and training materials related to the LMS system and other educational technologies.

• Manage and maintain the LMS system sandboxes and features in alignment with standards and change processes defined by LMS administrators ensuring that it is functioning optimally and meets the needs of UMGC faculty students and staff.

• Provide guidance and support to UMGC Integrative Learning Design team concerning the development and delivery of educational technology features and tools.

• Collaborate with various UMGC departments to ensure seamless integration of technology-based learning solutions into the overall UMGC Learning Experience.

Skills:

• Exhibit a passion for new technologies and educational innovation

• Ability to work collaboratively with administration faculty and staff to achieve common goals.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Deep understanding of instructional design best practices.

• Excellent verbal communication and collaboration skills.

• Excellenttechnical writingabilities.

• Able to utilize many different channels and methods of communication to gain support for innovative solutions across stakeholder groups.

• Able to work independently and on a team.

• Able to quickly learn new technologies and systemsboth internal and external to the organization.

• Able to concurrently manage multiple projects required tasks and deadlines.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience designing solutions for and/or configuring Learning Management Systems (LMS) environments preferably at institutions of higher education.

  • Experience with D2L is preferred but not required. Absent D2L experience prior work with a market-leading LMS such as Canvas or Blackboard is required.

• Experience developing requirements for system reports system configuration integrations and regression testing.

• Experience identifying potential risks and opportunities and root cause analysis with expertise in systems-level problem solving.

• Experience with designing developing and delivering training and support materials.

Preferred Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelors degree

Experience:

• Experience implementing and operating LCMS platforms

• Functional knowledge of HTML HTML5 and CSS

• Experience in Agile development methodology

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion ancestry political affiliation or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall based on disability be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services programs or activities of the University or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGCs Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off:Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation 15 days of sick leave 3 personal days and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:Access to health care medical with vision dental and prescription plans for both individuals and families effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options:Term Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans:Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k) 403(b) 457(b) and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission:Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time) tuition remission benefits are prorated.

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