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Taft College

COORDINATOR OF INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track Position
Commencing Fall 2012

This position is dependent upon the continuation of special funding.

Open until filled, priority consideration date of Friday, March 16, 2012.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  Participate on a team that plans, prepares and presents workshops on software applications, instructional design, course management systems and other technology topics by developing support materials and documentation to assist faculty in using instructional technologies.
  Identify technology training needs of faculty and students.
  Coordinate with staff and administration to develop and deliver training workshops.
  Provide consultation on the design, development, implementation, and assessment of learner-centered courses in the traditional, blended, and online learning environments.
Assist students and faculty with support in the use of the existing college course learning systems such as Etudes and Moodle.
  Keep abreast of emerging multimedia and instructional technologies.
  Work with faculty to identify appropriate hardware and software to meet their needs.
  Assist faculty members in the design, development, and routine support of effective web-based courses, including web content, interactive exercises, assessments, and online communication.
  Explore and support the use of instructional design theory, instructional technology, technology tools, and media to enhance learning and interaction.
  Collaborate with faculty to create high quality instructional materials, including websites, graphics and audio/video.
  Assist in the implementation of emerging instructional technologies.
  Consult with and assist faculty members and college staff in the analysis, design, and development of effective courses and instructional programs.
  Co-chair the Instructional Technology Committee.
  Establish a repository of current campus resources including identifying current resources, current experts and onsite trainers and advertise offsite training and educational opportunities.
  Locate, research and disseminate best practices in emerging technologies for learning environments in higher education.
  Troubleshoot technical glitches in the classroom on an as-needed basis.
  May include instruction and direction of others as their functions relate to respective projects.
  Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An earned Masters degree in Instructional or Educational Technology or the equivalent by July 1, 2012.  Knowledge of learning theories, distance learning principles and instructional delivery methods.  Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.  Must be available to work flexible hours, such as evening or weekend hours as required. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. NOTE: Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications of the area for which they are applying. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply all evidence and documentation for the claim of equivalency at the time of the application.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
  Online and/or traditional teaching experience in higher education.
  Experience training college faculty in instructional technologies and design of course content for online delivery.
  Ability to teach web development courses as HTML, PHP, Flash and JAVA/AJAX.
  Experience designing and producing course and program websites, web graphics, web resources and other digital course materials.
  Experience in project management, including managing time, establishing priorities, distributing responsibilities, meeting milestones and deliverables and ability to manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
  Knowledge of emerging technologies as related to teaching and learning.
  Knowledge of and experience developing course content in Etudes and/or Moodle.
  Experience working in instructional technology at the college level or equivalent.
  Experience with a broad range of technology based teaching tools.
  Customer service driven.
  Results oriented.
  Demonstrate knowledge of current theories and best practices in the implementation of the design of blended and/or online courses.
  Proficiency in using a course management system.
  A flexible collaborative approach to relationships and tasks.
  Proven ability to manage and meet deadlines.
  High level of organizational skills.
  Awareness of usability and accessibility considerations in instructional design.
  Be able to identify technology needs and recommend appropriate solutions (hardware and software).

EQUIVALENCY
If you do not meet the specific degree requirements for this position, you may request equivalency by the final filing date.  There is one (1) form that you will need to download from the website; it is titled Equivalency Determination the information requested is required of all candidates not holding the stated minimum qualifications who are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency.  Candidates making application under equivalency shall submit this supplement as well as other materials specified in Application Procedures.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a recognized U.S. credential evaluation service.

ANTICIPATED STARTING COMPENSATION
Based upon the 2011-12 175-day salary schedule, the salary range is $49,280.00 to $99,719.00.  An annual doctoral stipend of $3,371.00 is included in addition to the salary when appropriate.

ANTICIPATED START DATE
The assigned work year is 175 days per academic year.  The assignment will include 15 units plus 5 office hours per week. The successful applicant will participate in campus-wide events beginning August 20, 2012.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
To be assured full consideration, completed application packets should be in the Human Resources Department by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.  Application materials must be mailed, hand delivered, or e-mailed.  E-mails must be followed by original documents.  No facsimiles will be accepted All application packets that are complete at that time will be forwarded to the screening committee.  Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, do not submit materials other than those requested.

To be considered for review, applicants must submit the following application materials:

  Completed District Academic Application (and, if needed, an equivalency form).  Complete all sections; stating See letter and/or resume is not acceptable.
  A letter of application that describes why you are interested in the position and how your breadth of experience has prepared you for this position.
  A current resume.
  A written statement of your philosophy and approach to using technology in the classroom.
  Copies of transcripts (unofficial are acceptable).
  Three (3) current letters of recommendation that address your professional and interpersonal skills.

Application forms may be obtained from www.taftcollege.edu or from the Human Resources Department by calling 661-763-7805.

Send all application materials to: Taft College Human Resources Department, 29 Emmons Park Drive, Taft, CA 93268; Telephone:  (661) 763-7805; Email: tcjobs@taftcollege.edu

Current employees must provide documentation and materials in the same manner and degree of detail as any other applicant.

For more information and to apply, visit:  http://apptrkr.com/234433

Taft College believes in a close relationship among students, faculty, staff and the community.  The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and has made a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity.  The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.  The District encourages applications from all qualified applicants.




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