Digital Learning Specialist

Job Responsibility:

• Job ID: SUPP-24/25-050
• Location: Kingston, with Tri-Campus Responsibilities
• Deadline: August 1, 2024
• Job Type: Support
• Start Date: Immediately
• End Date: September 19, 2025
• Department: School of Contemporary Teaching & Learning
• Positions: 1

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The incumbent is responsible for training and supporting faculty in using digital learning technologies that promote contemporary teaching practices. This will require the incumbent to provide one-on-one consultations, design/deliver workshops, and create training resources on various digital learning technologies. The most commonly used technologies include the college learning management system, Microsoft Office applications, and approved third party applications (e.g., video management solution). It is expected that the suite of approved applications will be revised on a regular basis which will require the incumbent to familiarize themselves with new innovative digital learning tools.

Reporting to the Associate Dean of the School for Contemporary Teaching & Learning (SCTL), the incumbent will work as part of a larger tri-campus team and will contribute to the SCTL's commitment to service excellence by participating in various training activities hosted on all three campuses. This work will require the incumbent to collaborate with members from other departments (e.g., Information Technology Services, Academic Schools, and Student Services), research digital learning strategies, and utilize college policies to guide their practice.

Additional duties will include data management, troubleshooting with ITS, training employees on accessibility requirements for digital content creation, participating in educational technology committees, and contributing to numerous training programs/initiatives within the School of Contemporary Teaching & Learning (SCTL).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a 4-year degree in a related field of study such as Adult Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Web Design, or Information Technology with relevant experience in training staff on the use of various learning technologies, teaching adult learners, and working on professional development initiatives. An equivalent combination of education and work experience at a post-secondary level may be considered.

A minimum of 3 years of Relevant and progressive experience working on educational technology strategies and professional learning initiatives within a post-secondary educational environment. Experience in using learning management system (or content management tool) to create and organize course material. Experience in training employees on the use of new educational technologies. Experience working with a variety of stakeholders with varying levels of digital literacy skills using educational technology. Experience using the principles of instructional design to develop effective training programs involving technology for adult learners. Experience in providing one-on-one consultation as a professional trainer. Experience in designing workshops and digital training materials (e.g., written handouts, infographics, videos, etc.) related to educational technologies. Experience in troubleshooting technical issues for users/clients/customers using user feedback. Experience in building digital learning materials that meet all accessibility requirements outlined within the Accessibility for All Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and follows Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Demonstrated experience working in a team-based environment.

Other Required Qualifications:

• Organization and prioritization skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Teamwork and collaboration skills

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location and work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college's Telework Policy.

SALARY AND TERMS:

• Support Group: Pay Band i
• Hours per week: 35
• Start Rate : $38.01/hour
• Posted Date: July 19, 2024
• Closing Date: August 1, 2024 (4:00 p.m.)
• Position End Date: September 19, 2025

How to Prepare your Application for Submission: You will be able to attach only one document to your application. To prepare your application: Combine your cover letter and resume as one document. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, or .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention. Click on the link and complete the application form. Attach your cover letter/resume document to the application form.

THIS IS A TERM BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

This competition will be processed in accordance with College policy, the Academic and Support Staff Collective Agreements. In addition to comparing candidates' qualifications and experience to the listed technical skills, education, work experience, and personal characteristics (values, attitudes, motivation, and performance), the seniority of Bargaining Unit members will be considered. If the search extends beyond the Bargaining Unit, consideration will be given to accumulated service with the College.

St. Lawrence College is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from members of the designated groups, including women, racialized minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation and identity. St. Lawrence College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. SLC provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Belonging, People & Culture at View email address on ca.edajobs.com. To obtain a copy of this position vacancy or any of the position related documents in an alternate format please contact View email address on ca.edajobs.com and our Talent Management Consultants will address your requests for accommodation confidentially.

This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.