Instructional Technologist

George Mason University Information Technology Services (ITS)- located on the Fairfax, Va., campus-seeks a high-energy Instructional Technologist to join its Learning Support Services, Instructional Technology and Media Services team. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities: The Instructional Technologist will support faculty and instructional designers in the exploration and usage of new learning technologies and provide advice on the best options to meet their learning outcomes/pedagogical goals. The incumbent will assist with integration of these tools into the learning management system (LMS) when applicable. Examples include collaboration tools, Office 365, mobile applications, and WordPress. A focus of the position will be on supporting media needs of faculty from teaching best practices in media creation to assisting faculty to use AR/VR, 3D Printing, etc. The position will also assist the LMS administrators in providing Blackboard and Kaltura support.

Specific duties include: * Explore, research, evaluate, and advise on new and emerging instructional technologies and their effectiveness to improve and/or evaluate student learning; * Work with the instructional designers and learning management system (LMS) administrators to pilot new technologies; * Create and/or adapt professional development materials, documentation, and resources (e.g., self-paced online modules) to provide in person, hybrid, and online professional development resources for faculty; * Assist with the design and delivery of face-to-face instructional technology/design training; * Serve as a consultant to faculty, helping to discover ways to improve and evaluate student learning, and employ technology judiciously; * Provide end-user support to faculty, staff, and students for the learning management system, media systems, and instructional technologies.

Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in education, educational technology, or multimedia; or equivalent combination of education and experience; * Demonstrated professional work experience in providing direct support to faculty and instructors working to incorporate instructional technologies into courses in an academic setting; * Experience with Blackboard or similar LMS; * Experience with media and video related instructional technologies such as Kaltura, Camtasia, and web conferencing software; * Familiarity with graphic and web design elements appropriate for web-based instruction and learning; * Team player who can participate in collaborative instructional development processes and activities; and * Demonstrated written, presentation, and interpersonal communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications: * Graduate degree in instructional technology/design, e-learning or related field; * Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in instructional technology, online course delivery, and accessibility compliance; * Two years' or more years' experience with use of Blackboard or similar LMS; * Ability to author rich media using Captivate, Articulate, SoftChalk, etc.; * Possess an in-depth understanding of instructional technology issues related to learning in online, hybrid/blended, and traditional courses; and * Demonstrated capacity to work across organizational units to create strong collaborative programs, maximize resources and enhance the work of faculty.

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m-6:30 p.m. (some flexibility)

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

George Mason University is a great place to work where employees are given an opportunity to develop skills and expand horizons. We have tuition waivers; telecommuting and flextime schedules; facilities that will meet your physical fitness needs; and the campus environment is dynamic and ethnically and culturally diverse.

For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number 02260z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three (3) professional references. References must include name, email address and phone number.

"Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

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George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.