ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, TECHNOLOGY LEARNING

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

This position will design, architect and manage the University of Washington Advancement technology learning strategy, with the objective of creating a learning and development ecosystem that leverages the appropriate methodology, platforms, systems, and tools to provide responsive and adaptive learning experiences for employees. IM Technology Learning Team (TLT) is responsible for Advancement technology learning for over 800 staff across 25 units and three campuses.

The Assistant Director, Technology Learning, is a results-driven, learning leader who builds and champions learning initiatives across the dynamic, fast-paced world of University Advancement. In this role, the Assistant Director, Technology Learning, will closely partner with IM employees, UA leaders and staff to develop educational curriculum in alignment with learning and development initiatives which integrate into the overarching organizational strategy. The Assistant Director, Technology Learning, will leverage strong program development skills, project management skills, content development capabilities, and facilitation skills to bring these initiatives to fruition.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership and Team Management

· Provide leadership and manage direct reports including the Learning Advocate and current or potential temporary contracted staff working in the area of instructional design, in work prioritization, methodology, and quality of deliverables and outcomes.
· Develop and deliver the strategy for UA technology learning and adoption including identification, development, and management of core competencies (knowledge, abilities, skills and behaviors) for leaders, managers, and employees, with respect to using UA enterprise technology solutions and software.
· Own the technology curriculum development for UA employees, including both internally built and vendor-supplied software.
· As a member of the IM Leads Team, participate in setting the vision and goals for University Advancement’s technology learning solutions and initiatives.
· Provide leadership and coordination with TLT Team members through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Work to build a highly effective, results-oriented team.
· Provides measurable feedback to the TLT Team for improved performance.

Strategy Development

· Collaborate with IM Leads, Advancement leadership and technology community in charting and implementing the unit’s strategic technology learning plan; develop and recommend instructional strategies and initiatives.
· Advise IM Leads, Advancement leadership and technology community on these technology learning strategies.
· Oversee the development and implementation of tactical work in support of technology learning goals, objectives, policies, programs, and priorities.
· In collaboration with UA’s People and Culture (HR) Learning & Development staff, develop a vision for  high-quality University Advancement technology on-boarding experiences for new hires.

Program Development and Management

· Perform organizational needs assessments in collaboration with employees and leadership.
· Gain a full working knowledge of each unit to work alongside leaders to design effective training programs.
· Architect IM’s technology learning programs, and collaborating with People and Culture’s Learning & Development team, drive effective delivery through implementation of a coordinated staff experience leveraging a common learning management software platform.
· Direct the Learning Advocate in the development, delivery, and assessment, of learning programming.
· Conduct follow-up studies of all completed training to evaluate and measure results.
· Partner with IM and organizational leaders to assess teams and craft timely solutions to increase manager and employee capabilities.
· Maintain high-quality standards for delivery and sustainability of core curricula and programs.
· Create and manage the communication strategy for promoting and highlighting key training processes and activities.
· Leverage resources to build a library of self-service materials.

Other Duties as Assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Communications, Computer Science or related field and three years’ experience in instructional design and educational training for adult professionals, which includes experience with subject matter experts, as well as learning evaluation and assessment techniques or related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in web-based and in-person training and education, including registration and development of printed materials for training purposes.
• Understanding and application of learning theory, principles, and practices.
• Experience using a Learning Management System for eLearning publishing and learner progress tracking.
• Strong computer skills in a variety of applications and provide example of instances of learning new applications independently.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with both technical and non-technical staff.
• Proficiency using PC computers.  Demonstrated strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for correspondence, special reports, spreadsheets, databases, forms, etc.

DESIRED:

• Working knowledge of HTML.
• Working knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards for web design.
• Experience using a digital engagement platform for email communications and constituent engagement, and/or event website creation and registration management.
• Experience working in the higher education or non-profit sector.
• Experience with fundraising and/or alumni relations in a higher education setting.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.