School of Information Sciences (iSchool)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Computer-Assisted Instruction Specialist
Apply at https://jobs.illinois.edu/academic-job-board/job-details?jobID=71520&job=computer-assisted-instruction-specialist-school-of-information-sciences-a1600500
The School of Information Sciences seeks to hire a Computer-Assisted Instruction Specialist who will work with the Instructional Technology and Design (ITD) Office as part of the academic support structure of the iSchool. The ITD Office works closely with the technical and administrative offices within the iSchool to support both online and traditional instruction through the course management infrastructure, technology evaluation and planning, and in-person and online training.
Key Responsibilities:
Train and support faculty, staff and students in their use of instructional technology as it applies to iSchool.
Work extensively with the Moodle course management system.
Work extensively with Blackboard Collaborate web-conferencing software.
Create training procedures and documentation.
Evaluate technology for instructional use.
With other ITD staff, oversee online synchronous class delivery.
Develop workshops about resources and technologies that complement the iSchool curriculum and learning outcomes.
Assist the Manager of Instructional Technology with training, scheduling, mentoring, and overseeing graduate assistants
Participate in local, regional, and national conferences on behalf of ITD.
Participate in iSchool and campus committees.
Maintain ITD equipment, including computers (both Macintosh and Windows platforms), recording and other equipment.
Media editing and production using Camtasia, Audacity and other tools.
Manage media server including flipped classroom conversions and online event recordings
Collaborate with iSchool Staff establishing workflow and procedures for online degree Programs
Participate in campus online education community and collaborate with other units supporting online education
Qualifications
Required: A Bachelor’s degree and experience in training, teaching, customer service, and/or technical support is required along with knowledge of multimedia and audio/visual formats and equipment.
Preferred: Experience in the field of library and information science and/or distance education. Familiarity with Moodle (or other) course management and Blackboard Collaborate (or other) web conferencing software. Experience working html, css and other web technologies. Experience providing computer support to users. Supervisory experience. Strong oral and written communication abilities, a creative approach to problems, the ability to respond calmly to stressful situations, and the ability to work in a team environment. Detail-oriented and self-motivated with an ability to set priorities while working on multiple projects.
Information about the iSchool and its programs can be found at http://ischool.illinois.edu/. This is a full-time, 12-month academic professional position with regular University benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience. The starting date is as soon as possible after the closing date.
To ensure full consideration, please complete your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu/ and upload your letter of application, resume, and a list of three professional references, including contact information by October 31, 2016. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Interviews may be conducted before the closing date, although no hiring decisions will be made until after the search has closed. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Candy Edwards at cledward@illinois.edu.
The University of Illinois conducts criminal background checks on all job candidates upon accepting a contingent offer.
Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or criminal conviction history. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).
Organization Name:
Information Sciences
College Name or Administrative Unit:
School of Information Sciences
Category:
Academic Professional
Title:
Computer-Assisted Instruction Specialist - School of Information Sciences (A1600500)
Open Date:
10/10/2016
Close Date:
10/31/2016