Coordinator of Learning Technology & Team Communications

Position InformationClassification Title Instructional Techno Pro II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experiencePreferred Qualifications Position SummaryThe University of Georgia seeks an organized and thoughtful individual to join the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) as a Coordinator of Learning Technology & Team Communications. The CTL is a unit of the Office of Instruction, whose central mission is to provide university-wide leadership, collaboration, and support on matters related to instruction. The Coordinator of Learning Technology & Communications reports to the Senior Associate Director for Teaching and Learning, and collaborates with other CTL personnel.At the CTL, Coordinators work under the guidance of their supervisor to develop and execute plans and protocols for effective and efficient operations in their area. They manage and oversee the implementation of programs and services, coordinate and support external facing initiatives, cultivate and maintain relationships with individuals from campus partner units, provide training, consultations, and support for individuals across campus, collaborate with their CTL colleagues, and more.The individual filling this position will join the CTL team in supporting instruction across all UGA schools and colleges. The instructional development services that may be included in this individual's portfolio could include project management and coordination, one-on-one support for use of the learning management system, management of the CTL's Thank-a-Teacher program, maintenance of the CTL's learning management support site, coordination of the distribution of CTL faculty transcripts, and more.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or CompetenciesPractical knowledge of Brightspace by D2L as a tool for instruction.Ability to provide timely support for the work of others in a professional manner, including assessing/ diagnosing the need, and identifying specific ways to meet those needs.Excellent project management skills, including the ability to attend to detail and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.Excellent written communication skills and the ability to distill practical technical information for use and application by others.Ability to identify solutions to problems and challenges as they arise.Physical DemandsWork is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policyBe advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.Background Investigation PolicyOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDuties/Responsibilities* Apply specialized knowledge of instructional technology, including Brightspace by D2L and related learning tools, to diagnose issues, provide guidance to faculty users, and develop solutions. Exercises discretion and judgment in addressing problems, identifying appropriate solutions, and recommending improvements to CTL leadership.Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities* Develop and maintain university-wide learning technology resources, including support sites and technical documentation used by faculty and teaching assistants. Use professional discretion to interpret system updates and determine which information should be communicated to instructional stakeholders.Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities* Contribute to the development and deployment of additional resources and training sessions for the effective use of learning technology by instructional faculty and teaching assistants. Use professional discretion to identify key areas of need, evaluating the cost-benefit tradeoff of the effort required to create these resources and training sessions.Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities* Manage and execute programs and services central to the CTL's academic mission (e.g., ThankaTeacher, LMS support operations, faculty transcript processes).Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities* Assist the Senior Associate Director for Teaching and Learning, supporting effective and efficient development of new and existing programs, services, and events.Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities* Professional development and other duties assigned.Percentage of time 5Contact InformationRecruitment ContactContact DetailsFor questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.Recruitment Contact Name Ruth Poproski Recruitment Contact Email ruth.poproski@uga.edu Recruitment Contact PhonePosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResume/CVCover LetterList of References with Contact InformationOptional DocumentsPersons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (hrweb@uga.edu).The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.