Assistant Director, Academic Technology

Job TitleAssistant Director, Academic Technology Agency Texas A&M University Department School of Engineering Medicine Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationHouston, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we are The School of Engineering Medicine in collaboration with Texas A&M College of Engineering, Texas A&M School of Medicine and the state's top-ranked Houston Methodist Hospital offer an innovative medical school program called ENMED. This program was established to transform healthcare through translational interdisciplinary research, the development of medical technologies, and the development and training of "Physicianeers." ENMED delivers a revolutionary blended curriculum with focus on innovation and entrepreneurship where students receive a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Engineering degree in the same four years. What we want The Assistant Director of Academic Technology at the Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine works under the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Medical Education to build a vision and strategic plan for the development of the School of Engineering Medicine's digital ecosystem. This position will design, establish and deploy systems/software that facilitates the integration of technology in learning, teaching, innovation, and research activities. Further, this position will facilitate technology development for faculty, staff and students, and support the overall digital ecosystem. What you need to know

Salary:

Will be commensurate based on the selected hire's education and experience.

Location/Schedule:

Houston, TX/Full-Time Apply! Submitting a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Six years of related experience in course design/curriculum design and management of systems/software, including demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity in a higher education setting. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in applicable field Ten years of related experience in course design/curriculum design and management of systems/software, including demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity in a higher education setting. Experience in managing academic and information technology infrastructure Knowledge of the procurement process for state entities Experience in the design and development of instructional materials Experience in the development of technical processes and retention policies Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications Effective verbal and written communication skills Strong public speaking, organizational, leadership and supervisory skills Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others Responsibilities Leadership and Supervision Assist in building a vision and strategic plan for the development of the School of Engineering Medicine's digital ecosystem. Provides oms-site direction and leadership for the systems/software that facilitate the integration of technology and instructional design services to support all levels of education and instructional support. Oversees and allocates onsite staff duties and provide development to ensure proper academic and information technology infrastructure management. This includes setting performance standards, accountability, and assessment and evaluation to ensure that curriculum outcomes are realized, and appropriate staffing levels are maintained. Provides support to students, faculty, and staff. Serves as the primary custodian of student information within the School of Engineering Medicine's digital ecosystem and works collaboratively to ensure proper protocol and processes are established/maintained. Serves as a liaison to TAMU HSC, and TAMU Information Technology and serves on appropriate committees and task forces crossing Technology. Serves on Governance and Digital Education Committees at both the TAMU and Health level. Develops and maintains documentation in support of resources and services. Researches, pilots, and recommends new technologies related to teaching and learning and work with Information Technology professionals to implement and deploy solutions. Resource Management Manages all Engineering Medicine (EnMed) Distribution Lists (e.g. Google, Exchange, TAMUDirect) and unit/school email inbox creation to ensure appropriate use and access for keyusers. Develops solutions utilizing TAMU resources (e.g. Curriculum Repository, Enrollment Tracking, Security Group management) and development of SharePoint Sites (as needed). Coordinates and manages all student educational systems. Oversees the onsite intake process for all current and new system/software renewals and requests to ensure compliance with TAMU/S SAP's and guidelines. Serves as the custodian for all systems/software, including provisioning of roles, maintenance of system, and overall data structure. Manages and administers the School of Engineering Medicine's acquisition process for all systems/software. Support of the Learning Management System (LMS) Oversees and implements onsite LMS systems for EnMed in concert with Texas A&M standards, including, but not limited to, the migration of the Learning Management System (LMS), support of the LMS, enrollment of all EnMed Staff within the LMS, exam support, processing of all EnMed recordings (Lecture, Special Guests, Meetings, etc.) May design, create, deploy, and manage self-help resources for LMS use. Budget Manages the local Academic Technology unit budget and fiscal operations, anticipating the School of Engineering Medicine's academic technology needs. Curriculum Development Identifies, develops, implements and evaluates curriculum-related resources and tools. Works with faculty and students to design effective interactive multimedia and active learning presentations for the School of Engineering Medicine's courses to ensure best practices in e-learning are available. May design and develop learning materials to support self-directed modules in various delivery modes, including web pages, course management systems, and video conferencing. Connects faculty with external professional development opportunities relevant to technology and pedagogy. Coordinates and/or conducts regular workshops and ongoing training and assistance for instructional design implementation. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in the

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Free exercise programs and release time

Professional Development:

All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees Instructions to

Applicants:

Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff. The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special. From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here! Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154.

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