JOB #: 100212 DEPARTMENT: ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY AND CREATIVE SERVICES – ACADEMIC AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Eligible on-campus applicants in CSUEU Bargaining Units 2, 5, 7, and 9 will be given first consideration in this recruitment. This is a full-time probationary-track position which may become permanent upon successful completion of a probationary period. HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. SALARY RANGE: $6,166.00 - $9,900.00 PER MONTH NOTE: It is the general practice of Sacramento State, to hire at the lower end of the salary range. (This does not apply to promotions of on-campus employees.) BENEFITS/FLSA: This position is covered by health benefits, and is exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation) according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. FINAL APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. MINIMUM/ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS: To enter this classification, a basic foundation of knowledge and skills in technical information systems and application program packages is a prerequisite. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study. Foundation knowledge and skills for the Information Technology Consultant, depending on the nature of the position assignment, may include working knowledge of common software application packages, equipment platforms, reference database systems and sources, and training methods and a basic understanding of networks, data communication, and multimedia systems. This position is at the Expert level of the Information Technology Series. Incumbents at the expert level work almost completely independently on the most complex problems and work assignments. They possess an advanced and comprehensive knowledge of the technical specialty and a working knowledge of related specialties and are able to apply this extensive expertise as a generalist or specialist. Experts are proactive and understand problems from broad, interactive perspective and are able to develop solutions that combine information and ideas in new, unprecedented ways. Incumbents at this level are capable of leading teams and implementation efforts for assigned projects using advanced communication and listening skills. SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Qualifications: Graduate degree in Instructional Design, Curriculum and Instruction, Multimedia Education or Education with Online Teaching Emphasis or related field with five or more years of relevant full- time experience is preferred; however, an undergraduate degree in these fields with appropriate experience will be considered; knowledge of instructional design theories, pedagogical methods, and online/hybrid teaching strategies; familiarity with accessibility guidelines (Section 508, W3C) and copyright laws; demonstrated ability, as evidenced by the presentation of a portfolio, which demonstrates ability to develop courses, best practices, training resources, etc...Experience (at least 5 years of the following): expert in all phases of instructional design; experience working with faculty in a higher education setting; expert developing online, hybrid and web-enhanced courses; expert developing material for faculty online and workshop training; expert at using a learning management system as an instructor and student; proven uses with academic technology teaching strategies, such as: instant messaging, discussions, web conferencing, blogs, podcasting, wikis, surveys, exams, and assignments; experience providing exceptional customer service; several years teaching a university level course is preferable; has created or participated in a faculty development program. Technology usage: PC and Macintosh computers and external peripherals, used in network and internet environments; network systems include both wide area and local area networks using Windows 2003, SQL, PHP Servers and TCP/IP; digital cameras and camcorders; analog/digital converters, video capture cards; slide, paper and film scanners; CD and DVD burners; programming languages-Javascript, Java, ASP, ASP.NET XML, XHTML and PHP; Web development-Dreamweaver; Adobe Suites (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat; Microsoft (MS) Windows XP and Mac OS X operating systems; MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook); Online server systems including: Windows NT, Apache and Linux; web-based applications including online course access through WebCT; academic software (Respondus, StudyMate); WebCT/Bb CE 6 Learning Mangement System. Portfolio required at time of interview. GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: The Instructional Design Expert will be a key member of a new group that will design hybrid and fully online courses and will work with other units to create/maintain a faculty development program focusing on online course delivery for CSU Sacramento. This position will work closely with subject matter experts (faculty) and departments; design/develop courses that include best practices for online and traditional teaching and learning; integrate multiple technologies and incorporate new media, such as audio, video and interactive media. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Design Support • Develops curricular objectives with subject matter experts. • Develops exceptional hybrid and fully online courses. • Designs instructional templates based on fully online and hybrid models. • Designs course content, exams, evaluations and assessment surveys. • Incorporates course content from Subject Matter Experts. • Integrates online and hybrid teaching best practices. • Develops course development guidelines and procedures. - • Will periodically revisit previously designed courses to assess program success and provide faculty guidance • Develops content that may be in the form of PDF, Word, HTML, PPT and Excel. Academic Program Support • Develops faculty online/hybrid program elements. • Develops program and course development guidelines. • Designs teaching resources • Performs recommended updates to program. • Continuously improves development program. • Develops online tutorials, job aids and handouts. • Provides training sessions to select groups of faculty. • Participates in coordinated campus eLearning initiatives. • Leads and assists faculty participants in comprehensive training program. Provides faculty and departmental consultations. Consulting and Advising • Collaborates in development of fully online and hybrid models. • Participates on program committees. • Assists with analysis of new technologies. • Assists with the selection of courses that will be designed and developed. • Contributes with team to evaluate program applications. Core Accountabilities • Log client support and report project status using project reports. • Fulfill department requirements in terms of work coverage. • Notify manager during illness, vacation, and education absences. • Meet deadlines. |
