Assistant Director (Digital Learning & Special Initiatives)

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! 

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Job Purpose:

The Assistant Director of the Center for Excellence (CETLA) is responsible for supporting the Director in planning, designing, and delivery of training that supports teaching and learning activities, with specific responsibility for Digital Learning and Special Initiatives. This position provides visionary, strategic, and operational leadership within CETLA, improving the facilitation of teaching and student-centered learning across all university colleges and schools.

Supervisory Authority:

This position reports to the Director of CETLA. The Assistant Director will serve on university committees as assigned by the Director and will represent CETLA in the Director’s absence. This position may also supervise CETLA’s Teaching and Learning Specialist and Instructional Support Specialist.

Nature And Scope:

This position will work with all colleges and schools across the university to support teaching and learning initiatives, with particular focus on digital learning and special initiatives.

Principal Accountabilities:

The Assistant Director will support CETLA’s mission of promoting teaching excellence and enhancing student learning experiences through digital learning initiatives and special projects.

Core Competencies:

• Participate in instructional technology projects and respond to faculty assistance requests
• Plan and create curricula for faculty and teaching staff training
• Train faculty on learning management systems, lecture capture, and other educational platforms
• Support face-to-face, online, HyFlex and hybrid-blended learning environments
• Engage faculty in identifying new projects and opportunities
• Provide documentation resources for new technologies
• Advocate for service improvements and gather program feedback
• Proactively identify and develop solutions
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and instructional design practices
• Lead specific CETLA initiatives as assigned by the Director
• Handle facilities matters and supervision responsibilities
• Prepare reports and manage operational leadership tasks

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Education or relevant academic discipline
• Three years or more instructional technology design and support experience
• Knowledge of instructional design methodologies and best practices
• Strong technical skills with learning management systems, Echo 360, Proctorio, Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia, Prezi, Articulate Storyline, Zoom, and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with Macintosh, Multimedia and PC platforms
• Experience across all teaching modalities (online, HyFlex, face-to-face, hybrid-blended)
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Strong data gathering, analysis, assessment and evaluation skills

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

Expected Pay Range: $73,000 – $80,300

About Organization

Howard University, a culturally diverse, comprehensive, research intensive and historically Black private university, provides an educational experience of exceptional quality at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels to students of high academic standing and potential, with particular emphasis upon educational opportunities for Black students. Moreover, the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are, through their teaching, research and service, committed to the development of distinguished, historically aware, and compassionate graduates and to the discovery of solutions to human problems in the United States and throughout the world. With an abiding interest in both domestic and international affairs, the University is committed to continuing to produce leaders for America and the global community.