Job Description – Instructional Technologist (34442)

Job Description

Instructional Technologist – 34442

University Staff

Description

Instructional Technologist 

Faculty Resource Center

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Academic Services Senior Professional to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range: $45,602 – $58,841 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid.

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We’re proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.

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Summary

The focus of this position is to provide primary instructional technology support for the University’s six diverse Colleges, to include support for online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses. This position will work collaboratively with the Instructional Designer, Multimedia Specialist, and Faculty Development Coordinator positions to support the core mission and goals of the Faculty Resource Center.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Work with faculty teaching online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses to select and appropriately implement technologies that enhance student engagement and learning.
• Introduce new technologies to a broad campus audience, departments and units, and individuals.
• Use the Canvas learning management system as a trainer, mentor, and administrator.
• Lead workshops, trainings, and web conferences sponsored by the FRC to keep campus informed regarding best practices in using technology for teaching and learning.
• Assist faculty in troubleshooting technology issues.
• Work collaboratively with other FRC staff and campus constituents to plan effective teaching development programming.
• Help maintain the FRC website.
• Serve on campus committees as a representative for the FRC.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted 8/27/2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is 09/01/2024.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.

UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• A Bachelor’s degree in instructional design and technology, instructional media development, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing direct instructional technology support to university faculty with regard to evaluation, selection, and implementation of new and existing technologies for online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in supporting, training, and managing faculty who are using a learning management system for teaching in higher education. Preference will be given to those with experience with Canvas.
• Experience in using lecture capture systems, with an emphasis on the pedagogical value of recorded content. Preference will be given to experience with Panopto.
• Advanced expertise in introducing faculty members to the OSCQR rubric or other accepted quality standards of course design, in working collaboratively with instructors to apply the standards to their use of instructional technologies in their courses, and in evaluating courses and identify areas for improvement with the standards.
• Online teaching and/or learning experience, preferably in a University setting.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move. Employee is occasionally required to have long periods of sitting, moderate bending, and fine motor skills. Tasks may involve looking at computer screen continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Note: This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements of this role at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university’s needs.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by August 27, 2024 year will receive full consideration. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 34442). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information.

If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Job Category: Academic Services

Primary Location: Colorado Springs

Department: C0001 — Colorado Springs Campus – 40228 – AA-Faculty Resource Center

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Aug 13, 2024

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Dave Anderson

Posting Contact Email: danderso@uccs.edu

Position Number: 00420304

About Organization

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs, founded in 1965, is a residential academic and research mainstay in southern Colorado based at the foot of Pikes Peak. UCCS partners with major corporations and federal agencies to provide leading-edge, high-tech education ranging from business to theater to nursing outreach programs for rural areas. It is among the fastest growing universities in the state and nation.