Information technology manager Jobs in Lakeland, FL

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The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly's deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.

JOB TITLEInstructional Technology Program DirectorJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYThe Instructional Technology Program Director holds responsibility for ensuring access to the Simulation, Instruction, and Media (SIM) Laboratory and support of quality course delivery via the University's Learning Management System. Duties include but are not limited to the following :

• Assisting faculty and staff on the development and conversion of courses, and institutional-training programs to online (either fully or online support of face-to-face courses); provide assistance for technology-assisted course delivery options.
• Develop resources and professional support for online / hybrid courses, web-based training, and face-to-face training curricula.
• Provides access, direction, and support to university instruction and co-curricular programs and learning via a full-service multi-media and simulation laboratory

This position often works on multiple projects concurrently and must be able to create project plans and deliver timely results.JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities :

Learning Management Administration :

Manages the institutional learning management environment (Canvas), plugins (Respondus, Turnitin, etc.), LTI integrations, and SIS integrations-coordinating, when necessary, with Technology Services staff to ensure reliable service delivery.

Directs instructional technology training and support for faculty, staff, and students using the institutional learning management environment and SIM Lab.

Collaborates with stakeholders to conduct needs assessments and recommend solutions related to the institutional learning management environment and the SIM Lab.

Instructional Design :

Collaborate with faculty to design and develop engaging, accessible online, and face-to-face courses aligned with learning outcomes.

Review and revise courses for quality, accessibility (ADA / Section 508), and alignment with institutional and accreditation standards.

Create and maintain templates, guides, and resources to support course development and instructional quality.

Consult with faculty on best practices in teaching strategies, active learning, and assessment techniques.

Research and recommend emerging instructional technologies and practices to enhance teaching and learning.

Assist in the development and implementation of institutional initiatives related to online education.

SIM Lab Management :

Manages the Simulation, Instruction, and Media Lab (SIM) within the model developed by the VPAA including hiring and managing employees, programming, and usage-value analysis. Ensures that Academic Mission needs for laboratory usage (i.e. Computer Science labs and projects) are appropriately supported.

Maintains, manages, and tracks all inventory and equipment; ensures its ongoing condition; plan for maintenance, upgrade, and ongoing costs and work with supervisor in advance to keep apprised of budgetary status.

Investigates, develops, and performs necessary work in the design (or re-design), installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and software.

Evaluates vendor proposals for new equipment purchases.

Training :

Seeks out, evaluates, and recommends emerging technologies that have potential value for teaching and learning, and training.

Designs, implements, and delivers training sessions using a variety of technologies and modalities.

Participates in the development and implementation of instructional technology and software solutions for academic and administrative programs, departments, or initiatives.

Evaluates the effectiveness of training materials to ensure objectives are accomplished.

Other :

May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in educational technology, or a related field

Five (5) years' relevant experience

In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and / or certifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree in educational technology or a related field (including a STEM field)

Three (3) years' experience providing educational technology development services.

Instructional experience at the University level.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND / OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW :

Must possess a valid driver's license.

This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute

This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE : This position is salary exempt. The normal work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m.-5 : 00 p.m.; however, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY : $72,300 - $74,000, commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE : The position may be open for 10 days, and screening of applicants may begin immediately.

APPLICATION PROCESS :

In addition to completing the online application, all applicants are required to upload the following as attachments to the application (preferably in PDF format) :

Cover Letter

Resume

Three (3) Professional References

If any of these three items are not included, you will not be considered for the position.

References will not be contacted unless you are selected as a finalist for the position.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT :

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity / equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First , on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click here for more information.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS

To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.

Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS :

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume / CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree / transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript : Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute