Senior Director for Learning Management Systems

Waxahachie, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually academically professionally and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview

The Director for Learning Management Systems (LMS) provides leadership in leveraging technology for effective teaching and learning. This role supports faculty course designers and I.T. staff while guiding the universitys transition of undergraduate online courses to an 8-week format. Responsibilities include overseeing LMS course shells managing integrations supporting faculty training and coordinating technology upgrades. The Faculty Support Director oversees two course designers and reports directly to this position. Experience as faculty is preferred ensuring an understanding of the teaching perspective.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to and is accountable to the Dean of Academic Services

Core Values:

Nelson University faculty staff students and alumni are committed to the following core values: Bible-based Education Pentecostal Distinction Spiritual Formation Academic Excellence Missions-mindedness Servant Leadership and Community and Personal Wellness.

Major Responsibilities

LMS Administration & Data Management

Lead and maintain the SISLMS integration to ensure smooth operation of courses users and enrollments.

Oversee permissions data access and day-to-day LMS administration.

Manage student and faculty accounts courses organizations and enrollments in adopted LMS- Blackboard

Monitor LMS data identify issues and recommend solutions.

Faculty & Instructional Support

Partner with course designers and faculty on effective course design development and delivery.

Work with the Faculty Support Director and team to provide faculty with tools training and guidance.

Develop instructional projects training materials and online course components.

Collaboration & Technology Innovation

Collaborate with IT to coordinate system updates and technology upgrades.

Stay engaged with industry groups to introduce new features and best practices.

Leadership & Communications

Collaborate with Academic Services initiatives and special projects.

Support campus-wide communications including emergency messaging systems.

Team Qualifications

Ensure privacy of educational records and departmental information through secure practices proper training and established procedures.

Deliver guest services with courtesy efficiency and consistency in an organized interactive environment supported by training and procedures.

Departmental Qualifications:

Masters Degree Required

Experience as faculty strongly preferred

High level of organizational technical and communication skills

Strong initiative adaptability and team orientation

Ability to multi-task and work across departments

Proficiency with business productivity applications such as Microsoft Office G Suite etc.

Technical skills including coding and SQL/database query experience

Ability to protect the privacy of educational records

Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills

Commitment to serving faculty staff students and the public with professionalism and courtesy

How to Apply:

Complete the fields to the right of this screen under Apply here. These fields contain intake information. After clicking submit application you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Questions regarding this position may be directed to the Human Resources Office at Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office.

Note:

This position is exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential!

Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University) is a vibrant private Christian university located just 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie. Founded in 1927 the university now offers over 70 associate bachelors masters and doctoral degrees available on campus and online.

As an evangelical Christian institution rooted in Biblical truth Nelson University fosters a Spirit-empowered community where faculty staff and students are encouraged to live out their faith with purpose and integrity. We are passionate about equipping our team members to make a meaningful impact in both personal and professional spheres embodying values that inspire and transform.

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