Description

Job Description

The University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Instructional Technology Specialist to help further our mission of being a leader in dental education. This position supports the faculty, staff, and students with our online education program as well as providing support for assessments.

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties:

• Develops instructional materials using a variety of available technologies, such as: digital images/audio, PowerPoint and other presentation software, enterprise learning applications, and distance learning (DL) technologies, such as: satellite television and IP audio and video over the internet. Supports staff in instructional design projects. Provides direction to faculty, staff, and students in the use of learning applications.

• Develops online, web based, interactive in nature learning applications.

• Designs and conducts formal presentations in the use of specific technology.

• Provides guidance and direction in the use of audio/visual, multimedia, video production, and IT equipment as appropriate.

• Collaborates with departmental staff in the design and customization of curriculum and assists in the development of training plans and blended learning implementation strategies.

• Develops multi-media materials and eLearning application for staff use.

• Plans the acquisition and implementation of new instructional technologies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in field and/or related field, such as Graphic or Instructional Design. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years' related experience which includes proficiency with audio/visual, multimedia, video production, or IT resources

Supervisory Experience: N/A

Certification/Licensure: N/A

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $94,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.