LMS Migration ID Associate

Arizona State University

AT Integration and Support

Campus: Tempe

Requisition ID#: 43520BR

Job Description:

Under general direction, assists faculty in the design and development of online courses and course materials using multiple learning management systems (and other instructional technologies) and applying best practices in teaching and learning.

Salary Range:

$45,000 - $52,000 per year; DOE

Close Date:

26-July-2018

Essential Duties:

• As part of the transition team, develop and execute a migration support plan for all courses currently served through Blackboard
• Collaboratively work with ASU administration and faculty to assess their existing courses and provide technical assistance to facilitate the migration of those courses to Canvas.
• As part of the course migration process, recommends effective and creative uses of technology to enhance instruction.
• Assist in the creation of training materials, including self-help documents, online tutorials, and other multimedia materials to assist faculty in using Canvas and migrating their courses from Blackboard.
• Develop and deliver face-to-face and online training and workshop offerings related to LMS migration topics.  This will include travel to all ASU campuses for training sessions as well as to facilitate faculty Canvas Q&A days.
• Remain current on ASU security best practices and policies as they relate to ASU’s learning management system and associated technology tools
• Provides troubleshooting and other technology support for online teaching and learning products used by faculty, students, and staff.

Days and Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM and occasional weekend on-call work

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology or a related field AND one year of experience providing educational technology development services; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. 

Desired Qualifications:

 Experience with the following:

• Delivering training, both in-person and online, to individuals and groups.
• Designing, developing, implementing and revising online courses and course materials in a higher education environment.
• Working in a higher education environment, interacting and supporting faculty and administration.
• Online instructional design for adult learning; principles, practices, and techniques; security/permission methods and standards for course access.
• Online course evaluation and Quality Matters best practices and processes.
• Using both Blackboard and Canvas.
• Writing, proofreading and editing instructional materials.
• Troubleshooting and supporting faculty use of technology.

Working Environment:

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking. Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds. Ability to clearly communicate verbally in English, read, write, see, and hear to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

Department Statement:

The mission of the University Technology Office is to provide technology leadership for the New American University.  The UTO helps ASU create and maintain innovative technology solutions and services that advance learning and discovery at the University.  Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU UTO will not be a sponsor for this position.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 90,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit www.asu.edu/tobaccofree

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply:

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

To apply please go to www.asu.edu/asujobs/ click "External Applicant" under Jobs at ASU, enter Req Id# 43520BR