Instructional Technologist 1, UC Online

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati embarks upon its third century – building on the past and defining the future by leading urban, public universities into a new era of innovation and impact through its strategic direction, Next Lives Here . Underscoring the power of creativity, ingenuity, invention and inclusion, what’s Next will accelerate our unrivaled momentum, evidenced by eight straight years of record enrollment and rankings that include placement among America’s top 100 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. Home to a diverse student body of nearly 47,000 and more than 4,200 distinguished faculty, the university combines its Research 1 (Very High Research Activity) Carnegie Classification with a physical setting that The New York Times recently acclaimed as “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.

Distance learning is an ever-growing segment of the University of Cincinnati's student population, and UC Online (UCO) is the catalyst for that growth, enhancing enrollment for the programs we support every semester. Valuing integrity, excellence, connection, accountability, and innovation, we seek to improve, add efficiencies, and reduce barriers to student learning. UCO delivers a world-class experience for students seeking online flexibility and UC quality. From inquiry to graduation, we push the boundaries of what is possible and drive innovation in online education. With a student-centric approach and a data-driven decision-making model, we support students through the online lifecycle of program discovery, participation, and degree attainment. Our students realize their hope for a better future through real-life learning at an institution with a legacy of research, innovation, and accomplishment.

Under the direction of a designated administrator, the Instructional Technologist I is responible for providing course-building support for current and new online and/or blended courses to faculty.  This role ensures the instructional materials are consistent with sound instructional course-building principles and standards.

• Responsible for providing course-building support for current and new online and/or blended courses.
• Create layout and embed course objects for online course websites.  Includes digital text, graphics, animation, audio, and video in online course sites.
• Coordinates the collection of lectures, text, graphics, and other learning materials by the subject matter experts and ensures timely delivery of online courses.
• Quality Assurance: Reviews all online content for accuracy and logical flow.
• Keeps current with accessibility issues, compatibility issues, and emerging technologies as appropriate for online learning materials and management systems.
• Maintain a collaborative relationship and open communication with university community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree – OR – equivalent combination of education and experience.  Experience must include demonstrated technology skills and ability such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) management, digital audio and video production, web programming, web layout, and cloud storage management. 

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $42,750- $47,250 for this role, depending on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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