Instructional Coordinator

Eastern CT State University•Willimantic, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Instructional Coordinator position. This role assists the Director in the overall operation of the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT), particularly in the areas of instructional design, training, production, and utilization of media and multimedia materials. The position also assists with the support and maintenance of the Learning Management System (LMS) and instructional technology to support faculty teaching in all modalities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Three (3) years of experience in the development of computer-based multimedia instructional materials.
Demonstrated ability to work constructively with a wide variety of individuals.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Assists faculty with the design, development, and implementation of course materials to support teaching and learning.
Coordinates the design, planning, and production of audiovisual and multimedia programs for instructional and informational purposes.
Assists with the LMS system administration, including system maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of server issues or errors. Liaises with the LMS vendor and other vendors as appropriate.
Researches, evaluates, and recommends instructional materials, multimedia software, and distance education methodologies applicable to the Center’s operation to the Director of the Center for Instructional Technology, and integrates their functions with appropriate university offices and academic departments.
Acts as a resource and develops and/or conducts workshops/training in the development and utilization of instructional media, multimedia technologies, instructional software, and academic technologies. Assists faculty in the development and production of computer-based multimedia and creates instructional guides and informational materials to assist users with LMS and CIT academic technologies.
Works with the Director of CIT to adapt and refine technologies and training to maintain a responsive and innovative environment of support for teaching and learning. Provides input as needed on procedures and initiatives for instructional technology support.
Provides technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students on CIT-supported academic technology, including troubleshooting user problems.
Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those above, which do not alter the basic level of responsibility of the position.

Benefits

Substantial health and retirement benefits
Paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals
Medical, dental, and prescription plans
Group life insurance
Retirement
Retiree health care
Tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western)
Deferred Retirement Contribution plans
Dependent Care Assistance
Medical Flexible spending accounts
Long and short term disability insurance plans