Provides leadership to implement strategic initiatives with assistance from the Director of Learning Experience.
Stays current with trends in online education and educational technology to leverage opportunities for continuous improvement of the learning experience.
Provides project management leadership to ensure high-quality and efficient course development under tight timelines.
Collaborates with subject matter experts to convey complex scientific and mathematical concepts in an accessible and engaging way.
Sets up frameworks to create learning experiences in sciences at scale.
Meets regularly with Instructional Designers, Academic Program Directors, and the Director of Learning Experience to discuss and implement strategies for continuous quality improvement of programs and curricula.
Instructional Design and Technology
Works collaboratively and effectively with faculty, subject matter experts, and instructional designers to provide the consultation necessary to design, develop, and implement innovative instructional content, courses, and professional development projects that enrich online teaching and learning with an emphasis on assessment practices and assessment quality and effectiveness.
Partners with instructional designers and academic program leadership to create consistent and appropriate assessment policies and guidelines.
Provides guidance in curriculum and assessment best practices, especially for science-based courses.
Works collaboratively to ensure that all UNE Online programs and courses comply with all Title V, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Section 508 of the Workforce Rehabilitation Act requirements and standards for education, as directed by UNE leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Master’s degree preferred, plus 3-5 years combined instructional design and/or education technology experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Higher education experience and project management experience required; prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
Experience managing individuals and initiatives.
Knowledge and use of higher education CRM systems preferred.
Demonstrated management and leadership ability and experience in motivating, supervising and evaluating the performance of staff.
Experience adopting, integrating, managing, and training others on use of original and third-party media-rich textbook and lab content and tools.
Friendly, professional attitude and mentality with the ability to influence.
Effective analytic, interpersonal, technology and communications skills.
Ability to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
This is a hybrid position with the Incumbent required to work onsite at the Portland Maine campus Tuesday-Thursday with the option to work remotely on Monday and Friday.
Additional on-campus time may be required as needed.
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community.
The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran.
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
University of New EnglandBiddeford, MESimilar Jobs
Closing: Not specified
Job Summary
Dates
Opening date: 29-05-2024
Closing date: not available
Responsibilities
Serves as the coordinator of first year co-curricular initiatives in concert with key UNE offices and staff including the key leaders of the College of Arts and Sciences and Westbrook College of Health Professions.
Develop, implement and assess a cohesive FYE co-curriculum that includes peer mentoring, living learning communities, and a wide variety of educational and social programming.
Develop the curriculum for, including materials and workshops, the ongoing training and education of FYE Living/ Learning, and Themed Living Communities.
Collaborate with a variety of academic and co-curricular units in the planning, implementation, and assessment of UNE’s Living/ Learning and Themed Living Communities
Serving as a liaison to the undergraduate colleges, provides support and resources pertinent to the delivery of first year experience courses.
Oversees all aspects of the FYE Mentor Program, including the recruitment and training of student mentors, and the marketing and evaluation of the program.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate a team of dynamic student staff.
Assists in the training of the first-year area Resident Advisor team, and confer regularly with Area Coordinators on strategies to address trends and student success concerns using a wide variety of resources.
Work in partnership with the Director of Student Engagement to plan and implement the Undergraduate New Student Orientation Program, and coordinate Weeks of Welcome, Convocation, and Homecoming Weekend programs.
Develop and update marketing materials and tools for the First Year Experience, including website content, brochures, posters, bulletin boards, and social media accounts.
Serves on various campus-wide, divisional, and departmental committees.
Advise the First Year Class Council.
Assist in the planning and facilitation of the annual student leader hiring process.
Works closely with the Associate Provost for Student Success on a variety of student success initiatives.
Supports a variety of retention initiatives, and assists with the assessment of first year students using NSSE, SSI, and other appropriate survey instruments.
Collaborates with key stakeholders in the creation of a comprehensive parent/family outreach strategy.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Master’s Degree in Education, College Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, or related discipline preferred and 2-4 years of professional experience, with specific familiarity of First Year student issues and programming desired or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge are acquired.
Experience executing and evaluating retention initiatives with a focus on demonstrated learning outcomes preferred.
Demonstrated success planning and implementing programs for students in transition.
Strong organizational and managerial success.
Success in establishing relationships and fostering collaborative partnerships.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
Technical skills, learning outcomes, and program assessment experience desirable.
Proven record of successfully employing social media and marketing strategies.
Strong communication in written and oral forms.
Benefits
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Biddeford, ME
Open Date: 05/29/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled
EEO Statement: Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community.
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.