*Instructional Technologist

Organization

Title-Instructional Technologist

Team-Mission Support

Position Description : The Instructional Technologist position is critical to ensuring that the instructional technology needs for the College of Nursing are met.

The day-to-day responsibilities of this role will primarily include providing support for Canvas (Learning Management System) and Respondus. Duties :

• Develops and implements professional learning and sustained improvement on the use of instructional technology through a variety of applications and across a variety of positions.
• Crafts, delivers, and supports technological innovation across curriculum for students, professional learning experiences for educators, and college and career readiness activities for all stakeholders.
• Identifies technologies that enhance learning on campus, online, and through hybrid means of delivery.
• Performs initial research & development, assisting with tool discovery and understanding.
• Research and reporting of market trends.
• Works with staff to incorporate effective e-learning tools into curriculum and develops web-based information resources that enable stakeholders to use educational technologies effectively.
• Troubleshoots and assists with technical issues related to instructional design or instructional technology.
• Provides Tier 2 and 3 support to faculty, students, and staff.
• Serves as initial escalation point.
• Directs communication with Tier 1 support regarding support needs, upcoming changes, and downtime.
• Facilitates and delivers trainings effectively to the campus community.
• Plans and designs learning experiences that use instructional content that meets the diversity of the learners.
• Employs a variety of learning methods and emerging technologies to reach learning outcomes.
• Identifies appropriate evaluation techniques and applies them to measure the impact of the learning experience.
• Identifies technologies that enhance learning on campus, online, and through hybrid means of delivery.
• Evaluates and recommends academic technology tools.
• Selects the most appropriate investigative methods or information retrieval systems, evaluating information and its sources critically.·
• Conducts / reviews of internal and external stakeholder needs assessments.
• Identifies challenges in the facilitation of professional learning experiences and demonstrates an ability to select and apply the most effective solutions.
• Troubleshoots and assists with technical issues related to instructional design or instructional technology.
• Generates activity reports as well as coordinating and documenting projects.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Location

Education : Bachelor's degree AND :

12 months working in instructional design and / or instructional technology.

Equivalency / Substitution : Will accept 48 months of related experience in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 60 months of related experience.

Skills :

• Able to work well with interdepartmental teams and initiatives.
• Knowledge of instructional theories and design processes.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information.

Working Conditions :

Physical : Sit for prolonged periods. Ability to engage in repetitive motions. Communicate effectively.

Environmental : Standard office environment.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma : The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives.

The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement : The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

Organization : IT Administration

Job Location : Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Apr 25, 2024