Instructional Technologist Designer (ITS) job vacancy

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UVA's Learning Technology Services (LTS) team is seeking an Instructional Technologist/Designer to join us in providing technical and instructional support for UVA's new central Learning Management System (LMS), UVACanvas, and other digital tools for teaching and learning.

ITS at UVA is a phenomenal place to lead, grow, and deliver impact. It's an organization that values results and teamwork. We like the people we work with and the work we get to do. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive workplace where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and share ideas. We embrace a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ITS values work-life balance and provides flexible work location options where possible. Please see additional information about joining our team .

Benefits Include : The choice between 3 different health plans; vision and dental insurance; life insurance; benefits savings accounts; starting with 22 days of paid time off a year in addition to 12 or more paid holidays; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; short term disability; up to $4,360 after your first year for combined use of tuition toward a degree-seeking program or up to $2,000 for professional development including classes, certification training and conferences; and more!

This will be a hybrid flexible role

The selected applicant will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment per university policy.

In this role, you'll be a vital resource for instructors and students, drawing upon your knowledge of Canvas and integrated tools to:

Analyze and address technical and functional questions;
Promote best practices in digital pedagogy and accessibility;
Lead departmental office hours and workshops;
Contribute to an expanding knowledge base of documentation, pro tips, case studies, and other supporting resources;
Collaborate with the rest of our team to build custom sites, templates, and apps inside and outside the LMS, to support courses and other academic requirements;
And more!

You'll also be a key member of UVA's larger instructional support community, contributing to strategic groups and projects that involve faculty, staff, and students from across UVA and other institutions, including the University Teaching and Learning Technology Committee; the Instructional Design Community of Practice; and the Canvas R1 Peers Community.

You'll bring these essential professional and personal qualities to our team:

A bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience, totaling at least five years of experience in higher education, educational development, and/or general instructional or other user support;
Outstanding communication skills across multiple mediums-from writing to speaking to presenting;
Familiarity and experience with the instructional aspects of LMS platforms;
Familiarity and experience with the application of best practices in pedagogy in digital contexts;
Agility to manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously, and flexibility to move between individual and collaborative work.

Preferably, you'll bring some of these qualities as well:

A master's degree or other advanced degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or a related field;
Familiarity and experience with the Canvas LMS;
Familiarity and experience with other digital tools for teaching and learning, such as Gradescope, Hypothesis, Kaltura, Microsoft 365, Piazza, VoiceThread, and Zoom;
Familiarity and experience with the application of best practices in accessibility in digital contexts;
Demonstrated experience and proficiency with project management applications, such as Jira.

TO APPLY :

Complete an application online and attach: Cover letter and resume
Cover letter to include your interest in the position and your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience
PROCESS FOR INTERNAL UVA APPLICANTS: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs", and search for R0045800
PROCESS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please visit UVA job board: and search for R0045800
Please note that you MUST upload ALL documents into the CV/Resume box. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.
For questions about the application process, please contact Bill Crane, Senior Academic Recruiter,
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This is a full-time position, eligible for a remote or hybrid work model. The expected salary range is $70,000-$85,000, commensurate with experience.

We look forward to hearing from you!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School degree or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Computer Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Experience: At least five years of experience. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

COVID Vaccination Requirement and Guidelines

Please visit the UVA COVID-19 Job Requirements and Guidelines webpage prior to applying for current information regarding vaccination requirementsandguidelines for employment at UVA.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check at time of offer per University Policy.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

ID: #49503170
State: Virginia Charlottesville 22902 Charlottesville USA
City: Charlottesville
Salary: USD TBD TBD
Job type: Permanent
Showed: 2023-03-20
Deadline: 2023-05-18
Category: Et cetera