Instructional Technologist

The Instructional Technologist position provides support to faculty and staff for academic technology. They consult with faculty in the development of digital instructional materials and train faculty and staff in various technologies. This role provides highly individualized service and support for faculty instructional technology needs.

This is a full-time, on campus position. Generous benefits include health, retirement, considerable time off and access to multiple tuition programs for employees and dependents. 

Responsibilities:

• Reaches out to help faculty and other presenters with technical, multimedia and audiovisual presentation methods, techniques and equipment in order to enhance the quality of the presentation; advises users on technical options; assesses faculty requirements for instructional technology; promotes the use of classroom and online technology

   

  Develops technology training materials and user documentation; trains faculty and staff in various instructional systems and tools, with a particular focus on supporting our campus learning management system (LMS), Canvas.

   

  Works with a wide variety of web, multimedia and audio-visual technologies, networks and computer hardware and software, applying the appropriate solution to non-standard problems; work closely with Instructional Designer, the Committee for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETAL), IT Services to promote best practices in instructional technology use on campus; may coordinate special programs and projects in an Audio/Visual or Instructional Technology field, such as webcasting, videoconferencing, podcasting, video production, or teaching with technology

   

  Investigates and promotes the use of promising novel/emerging technologies among the faculty; keep abreast of the latest developments in the field; work with Academic Affairs and IT Services to pilot and implement new technologies or processes

   

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; preference for related fields of study in instructional technology or educational studies

   

  Minimum of three years related experience

   

  Knowledge of computer, audio, video, and networking technology. 

   

  Strong communication and collaboration skills 

   

  Familiarity with pedagogic theory preferred.

   

Application Information:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.  Please download the application at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html.

Review of complete applicant materials will begin immediately; position is open until filled.

Email:  hr@iwu.edu

Illinois Wesleyan University
Human Resources, Holmes 209
1312 N. Park Street
Bloomington, IL  61701
Fax:  309-556-1710

The final candidate will pass a pre-employment background investigation. 

Salary $52-$56k, based on experience

An overview of IWU benefits can be found here. Illinois Wesleyan University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and further building our community in these dimensions. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer.  Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html.  Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusive excellence; details at www.iwu.edu/diversity.