Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with occasional duties outside normal working hours
Advertised Salary $60,000 - $75,000, Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 08/06/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).
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Position Information

Classification Title IT (Information Technology) Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
The Instructional Technology Professional develops and maintains web-based continuing education courses and custom multi-media learning objects while supporting staff and subject matter experts in the creation of course content, the use of instructional multi-media, learning management systems, and best teaching practices. Work is implemented through design and development, consultation, and evaluation. The individual is experienced in instructional design, knowledgeable in teaching and learning processes, skilled with select multimedia tools, trained in the use of various learning management systems, and fluent in common web development languages.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Proficiency in software and computer skills related to the profession, including word processors, eLearning authoring software, graphic design and web development tools, and HTML editors.
• Aptitude for developing and editing within at least 3 learning management systems, including Brightspace by Desire2Learn (preferred).
• Convey a positive, professional demeanor.
• Demonstrate agile communication skills both verbally and clerically.
• Exhibit the ability to be self-directed and motivated in the completion of all tasks.
• Use advanced problem-solving skills and deductive reasoning.
• Work with equal competence both independently and in a team environment.
• Organize time and resources in order to multi-task successfully.

Physical Demands
On campus private office. Working at computer for long periods of time.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Design and develop online courses and multimedia learning objects.

• Develop, maintain, and manage web-based continuing education courses within the established learning management system.
• Perform specialized tasks (including coding with a variety of internet-based languages, formatting interfaces of web applications, programming web-based assessments, and employing eLearning authoring software) that lead to the creation of exceptional learning objects and courses that are visually appealing and enhance understanding and content retention.
• Produce and edit original media to be used for either educational or promotional purposes, with appropriate development tools and design criteria while incorporating artistic, innovative, and creative style.
• Create and develop online assessments for all continuing education courses and determine creative solutions for asynchronous learning measurement.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities
Uphold standards of quality in all products through evaluation, assessment, and revisions.

• Establish consistent standards of quality throughout all deliverables by completing detailed reviews of all output.
• Evaluate learning content in order to make recommendations for course design, multimedia and interactive enhancements, and supplemental materials.
• Provide constructive feedback for content deliverables to course authors (including inaccuracies in writing for web, irregularities in consistency, and errors in grammar or punctuation).
• Review accessibility in all products and revise in order to make courses and multimedia learning objects compliant according to Section 508 standards.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Demonstrate expertise in instructional technology during collaboration and consultation with project stakeholders and internal staff.

• Collaborate with internal and external staff, faculty, and clients in order to improve continuing education courses, elevate user experience, and streamline processes.
• Encourage and challenge subject matter experts and program coordinators to deliver instruction and content in new ways and demonstrate for the pedagogical opportunities that technology provides.
• Consult on and make recommendations for various technical and instructional solutions for staff, instructors, and students, using problem-solving skills, deductive reasoning, and prior knowledge of best practices.
• Support internal staff with issues in learning assessment, accessibility, and usability.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Review existing and potential courses seeking opportunities to improve courses through improvement in development, design, interactives, communiciation, and other means.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across all areas of project planning and development.
• Maintain a positive professional attitude while performing self-directed work activities and during cooperation with development team, supporting staff, and clients.
• Seek and fulfill professional development opportunities that enhance technical skills, maintain
• up-to-date knowledge of new and emerging digital technologies, and highlight teaching and learning issues in higher education

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Support strategic initiatives of the Georgia Center and the University.

• Support Georgia Center strategic initiatives as needed.
• Serve on GC and PSO committees as needed.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Leta Salazar Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this job opportunity at the Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel?
   • UGA Jobs
   • Georgia Center Employment Page
   • Georgia Center Talent Recruitment Brochure
   • Insidehighered.com
   • Indeed
   • hCareers
   • LinkedIn
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   • Department of Labor
   • Goodwill
   • From a current UGA employee
   • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents