Job Title

Instructional Technologist-2

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean of Business Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary 

Commensurate

Job Location 

College Station, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Description

What we want 

Under the direction of the Director of Learning Delivery, the Instructional Technologist will support high-quality learning experiences through hybrid and online modalities for Mays Business School. They will assist in the technical use of the Learning Management System (LMS) and integrated instructional technologies through training and support to include the development and maintenance of knowledge articles and process documents. The Instructional Technologist also conducts training sessions on lecture capture and video streaming activities and develops appropriate training manuals.

What you need to know 

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience. 

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume. 

Other Requirements and Factors: Evening hours (2:00 – 10:00 pm) or weekend work may be required.

Employees Supervised: Student workers

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in classroom and online delivery of courses/programs.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• None

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of software that enhances teaching and learning in a digital learning environment.
• Knowledge of at least one learning management system.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Experience supporting faculty using software that enhances teaching and learning in a digital learning environment.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to effectively plan and execute projects that make efficient use of resources and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Essential Duties/Tasks

Learning Support

• Develops and implements faculty training opportunities. Coordinates the delivery of information and assistance to faculty seeking support.
• Provides one-on-one consultation with faculty, staff, students in the use of tools associated with the learning delivery environment.
• Develops training materials to support faculty effectiveness; refers, advises, or assists faculty in designing materials to support instructional effectiveness.
• Acts as a technical resource in video streaming and digital learning software, hardware, and techniques.
• Works with others to develop training elements that align with our products and services.
• Develops, maintains, and updates knowledge articles pertaining to our products.

 

Learning Delivery Execution

• Supports faculty during synchronous cohort learning sessions.
• Resolves issues or concerns from students during live, synchronous cohort sessions.
• Manages the digital learning technologies and environment during synchronous cohort sessions.

Project Support

• Manages communications and utilizes excellent time management skills to complete projects.
• Uses project management system to document project progress.
• Maintains documentation for each project.
• Schedules knowledge article projects and defines constraints.

Conceptualizes visual elements based on requirements.

• Creates outlines, storyboards, workflows, process flows, knowledge articles, etc. as needed to communicate interaction and training ideas.
• Prepares rough drafts and presents ideas to those with and without digital learning background.
• Manages and maintains knowledge library for projects.

Information Awareness

• Follows industry trends through blogs, e-newsletters, and social media.
• Looks for innovative ways to illustrate and share information to the appropriate audiences.
• Keeps track of trends and news in related areas, such as online education, training, and higher education.

Who we are 

Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School is a vibrant learning organization of more than 175 faculty members, 125 staff members, and 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students in accounting, finance, management, management information systems, marketing, and supply chain management. Mays Business School’s vision is to advance the world’s prosperity. To advance the world’s prosperity means providing a better future for generations who follow, including quality of life, environment, and economic systems. To fulfill this vision, our mission is to be a vibrant learning organization that creates impactful knowledge and develops transformational leaders. 

Why Texas A&M University?   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Our Commitment  

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. 

Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.