Job Description Summary:

Loyola Law School is searching for an Instructional Technology Manager to oversee the application of classroom technologies, video production facilities, and on-line learning tools.  Leading group and one-on-one training sessions are other components of the position.  Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, this person will be a member of the Information Technology Department (ITD) and supervise two full-time technicians.  The Instructional Technology Manager is a member of the Instructional Technology Committee and will work closely with Faculty Support and the Committee in identifying and meeting end user needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

-develops and implements comprehensive plans to meet technology training needs for faculty, students and staff in the most efficient manner possible

-prepares and conducts classroom training sessions in the use of supported software and services (e.g., Microsoft Office suite)

-works directly with faculty to help promote the application of technology to enhance teaching and learning

-prepares on-line training materials and reports

-prepares reports on the use of instructional technology facilities

-establishes production standards for courseware and training materials

-manage projects and programs that meet broader educational initiatives through technology

-assesses resource requirements to maintain current instructional technology facilities and plan for the future

-researches and identifies new advances in technologies which can enhance the academic mission

-organizes technology support for special events held on campus

-collaborates with other ITD area leaders to provide stellar support for the Law School community

-evaluates and supports exam software used by students during test taking

-serve on the Instructional Technology Committee

-supervises two full-time audio-visual technicians

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred in educational technology or related field.

Experience:

A minimum 3 years experience in technology training with preferably some experience in an academic setting required.  A minimum 2 years of supervisory experience including experience overseeing technology training programs and projects.

Knowledge/Ability:

Extensive knowledge of, and experience in, effective training practices for faculty and staff development; experienced in how to supplement traditional classroom learning with non-interactive and interactive multi-media; intermediate web publishing skills; knowledge of classroom technologies including computer presentations, projection systems, audio-video recording, streaming, video conferencing, Smartboards, etc.; knowledge of courseware applications including use of PowerPoint, blogs, Wikis, Sakai/TWEN/Blackboard, social networking, etc.; knowledge of distance learning and virtual classroom concepts; knowledge of video production/editing concepts.

Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to work effectively and patiently with end users with varying levels of technical skill; the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a sometimes stressful multi-tasking environment; and the ability to negotiate and adhere to established priorities along with the flexibility/judgment necessary to know when to make exceptions.