Specialist 2-Univ Inst Tech | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this profile facilitate training and support for faculty, staff, and students concerning effective uses of technologies for teaching and learning across the university. They provide subject matter expertise on emerging technologies for the academic delivery and interaction including analysis, assessment and integration with existing university wide information systems. Positions share a community of interest with academic faculty, and include academic research, public service, or instruction.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristics of the Specialist 2-Univ Inst Tech profile is the specialized expertise, consultation and training for faculty, staff and students to develop resources, and develop advanced uses of educational technology. Positions provide resources and services to schools, colleges, and students across the university.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Assists faculty, instructors, and staff in effective uses of information technologies for teaching/learning, including communications, assessment, records and report generation and management. 2. Designs and develops online tutorials, workshops, and seminars to support faculty, staff, and students with the objective of improving practices using instructional technology. 3. Leads the development and implementation of projects and programs that advance the strategy and goals of the organization. 4. Facilitates learning communities within units and across the system, including facilitating and assessing common needs, sharing resources and ideas, and identifying effective practices. 5. Maintains and develops technology and media based tools to facilitate interactive teaching and learning environments, including video, audio, immersive environment and social media assets. 6. Provides consultation and training regarding the effective use of university wide systems and web-based application for teaching and learning.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are vareied, requiring anlysis or interpreation of the situation. Problems are solved using knowledge and skills, and general precedents and practices. Decisions have major implications on the management and operations of an area within a department; the job may contribute to important strategy, operations, and business decisions that affect the department. Decisions impact: • Entire University • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Vendors/Suppliers/Contractors • Students/Parent

Accountability

Results are defined by senior leadership, division and university mission, vision and strategies; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit and University Wide to: • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas, or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate, or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit: • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, education or related field. 3 years of experience in digital, video, interactive media, graphic arts, or instructional media and technology in higher education environment. Experience with web-based learning and instruction, courseware design and authoring tools, and media production.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.