Instructional Technologist

As a member of the Academic Technology Services group and reporting to its director, the Instructional Technologist consults with faculty on the wide spectrum of educational technologies. The Instructional Technologist helps faculty to assemble and manage effective learning environments and introduce appropriate technologies that provide noted pedagogical value in support of specific curricular goals. The Instructional Technologist will also serve as a key liaison to other curricular support groups at the College.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities:

Instructional Design and Support:

• Collaborate with faculty to design and develop high-quality, technology-enhanced instructional materials and courses.
• Provide pedagogical and technical support for integrating technology into the curriculum.
• Conduct needs assessments and recommend appropriate technologies to enhance learning outcomes.

Training and Development:

• Develop and deliver workshops, training sessions, and one-on-one consultations for faculty and staff on instructional technology tools and best practices.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation and resources for end-users.

Technology Integration:

• Assist faculty in the adoption and effective use of the college’s learning management system (Moodle) and other educational technologies.
• Support the use of multimedia, interactive tools, and other digital resources in teaching and learning.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in instructional technology and recommend innovative solutions.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage instructional technology projects from conception through implementation and evaluation.
• Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration of technology solutions.

User Support:

• Provide timely and effective technical support to faculty, staff, and students.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to instructional technology.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster a collaborative environment among faculty, staff, and students to promote the effective use of instructional technology.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders to understand their needs and provide appropriate solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in instructional technology or a related role in a higher education setting.
• Proficiency with learning management systems, preferably Moodle.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and best practices.
• Experience with a wide range of educational technologies, including multimedia tools, web conferencing software, and collaboration platforms.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence (EQ).

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Experience in a liberal arts college environment.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and AI-driven educational tools.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Experience in faculty development and training.

Key Relationships:

This position has significant interactions with faculty and staff, students, and other outside constituencies.

Physical Effort/Environment:

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary.  Walking, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting required.  Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion also necessary.

About Organization

Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States. Distinctive in its offerings, Colby provides an intimate, undergraduate-focused learning environment with a breadth of programs presenting students and faculty with unparalleled opportunities. A vibrant and fully integrated academic, residential, and cocurricular experience is sustained by a diverse and supportive community. Located in Waterville, Maine, Colby is a global institution with students representing nearly every U.S. state and approximately 70 countries.

Colby’s model provides the scale and impact of larger universities coupled with intensive learning in a community committed to scholarship and discovery, multidisciplinary approaches to integrated learning, study in the liberal arts, and leading-edge programs addressing the world’s most complex challenges. Its network of partnerships with prestigious cultural, research, medical, and business institutions extends educational and scholarly collaborations, providing students with unmatched experiences leading to postgraduate success.

The College’s wide variety of programs and labs provides students and the community access to unique experiences: the Colby College Museum of Art, the finest college art museum in the country, and the Lunder Institute for American Art have made the College a nationally and internationally recognized center for art scholarship; DavisConnects prepares students for lifelong success by combining a forward-thinking liberal arts education with extensive internship, research, and global opportunities for all students regardless of their personal networks and financial circumstances; and the 350,000-square-foot Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, opened in 2020, is the most advanced and comprehensive NCAA D-III facility in the country. In fall 2021, Colby opened the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first such institute at a liberal arts college.