Director for Academic Support Job at University of Montevallo

University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL 35115

Position Number
P11482

Division
Information Services & Technology - IST

Department
Information Services & Technology-Dept

FLSA
Exempt

Salary Grade
214

Salary Classification
Admin/Professional

Annual Salary Range
$58,943 - $80,744

Hourly Salary Range

Employment Status
Full Time 12 Mos Regular

General Description
The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the planning, installation, maintenance, and training associated with the technology for classrooms, labs, studios, conference rooms, and other academic learning spaces and facilities on campus. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the individual in this position will oversee the Academic Support unit within Information Services and Technology (IS&T) and establish and maintain the daily operations of that unit.

Essential Job Duties
1. Oversee daily operations, budget, and personnel within Academic Support.
2. Provide collaborative, campus-wide leadership and vision in the design and implementation of technology-enhanced learning spaces.
3. Plan and manage all new installations of technology-enhanced classrooms, labs, and other academic spaces across campus.
4. Plan and manage all updates and renovations of technology-enhanced classrooms, labs, and other academic spaces across campus.
5. Collaborate with deans, department chairs, faculty, members of the Technology Advisory Council, venders, contractors, Physical Plant personnel, IS&T personnel. and other stakeholders in the new installation or renovation of technology-enhanced classrooms, labs, and other academic spaces.
6. Oversee lab management in labs supported by Academic Support.
7. Create and implement ongoing training programs for Academic Support staff, Solution Center staff, and end users on classroom technology use and support.
8. Design and implement routine maintenance program for computers and equipment in technology-enhanced classrooms, labs, and other academic spaces across campus.
9. Collaborate with faculty and Malone Center staff on new teaching initiatives related to educational technology.
10. Serve as a liaison to the Technology Advisory Council.
11. Provide regular updates to Asset Manager on classroom-related technology, maintenance agreements, and support requirements.
12. Collaborate with Asset Manager on procurement of relevant technology and equipment.
13. Provide ongoing communication with IS&T leadership team regarding Academic Support projects and initiatives.
14. Develop policies and procedures relevant to Academic Support as needed.
15. Other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of educational technology and best practices in it’s application on a college campus. Knowledge of Windows, MacOS, and iOS platforms within an academic setting. Ability to (a) manage the planning, installation, and ongoing maintenance of technology-enhanced learning spaces, (b) lead diverse teams, simultaneously working on 4-5 large projects; (b) create project timelines, goals, project documentation, and communication plan; and © work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Excellent interpersonal (verbal and written) and organizational skills; A strong knowledge of standard productivity tools such as: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in educational technology, computer science, or related field or equivalent experience with relevant IT certifications. Understanding of projects in an enterprise environment is required, deployment of projects within a higher education environment preferred.

Education substituted for experience? Yes

This position requires: 4 years of experience with using administrative and ERP systems, preferably in an academic environment, or equivalent education and experience is necessary.

Experience substituted for education? Yes

Licenses, Certification or Registrations
N/A

Environmental Working Conditions
Indoor

Travel Requirements
Light Travel

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements
Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Over 2/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: None of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time.
This position requires lifting:
Up to 10 pounds: Over 2/3 of the time.
This position has the following special vision requirements:
  • Ability to view information electronically

Open Date
02/17/2023

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

Diversity Statement
In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.

EEO Statement
UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution

Quick Link
https://jobs.montevallo.edu/postings/7569




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