Working title: Digital Learning Designer
Appointment: Full-time, Academic technologist 3 (job code 9703AY)
Position Openings: Two (2) open positions
Extension Area: Extension Learning Technologies
Starting Salary: $72-85,000 estimated annual salary; commensurate with qualifications
Office Location: Coffey Hall, St. Paul Campus. Hybrid flexible work options available
Reports to: Chief Technology Officer
Apply By: May 5, 2024
Position Summary
The Extension Digital Learning Designers are responsible for promoting and supporting the use of learning technologies by Extension's broad range of outreach programs and initiatives, driven by college and unit goals and long-term strategies. The Digital Learning Designers have an exceptionally diverse set of projects, leading initiatives with emerging technologies as well as more traditional course and learning module development projects. A hands-on position, the Digital Learning Designers work collaboratively with program teams, providing consultation, designing, developing, leading, and evaluating complex multimodal digital learning strategies. These team members guide instructional design strategy to meet learning objectives for a broad range of Extension programs and audiences.
Essential functions
Be a leader in production and tools for Extension's digital learning (30%)
Engage with others to understand and advocate for Extension's digital learning needs and strategies (20%)
Train and develop program teams and support professionals in utilization of digital learning tools (25%)
Champion quality and accessibility standards for digital learning (25%)
Appointment/Salary/Benefits
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About Extension Learning Technologies and Extension
Extension Learning Technologies delivers technology resources, training, equipment, tools, and creative solutions that enable over 700 staff to effectively and efficiently perform and support educational work connecting audiences to the University's research. Our technology team is cooperative and collaborative. Extension Learning Technologies team members are interested and curious in all aspects of technology, and enjoy lending a hand in projects across the team. We welcome new ideas and innovations, and encourage growth and development.
University of Minnesota Extension is a major outreach arm of the University of Minnesota with a mission to serve the public through applied research and education. Our mission is to make a difference by connecting community needs and University resources to address critical issues in Minnesota. Extension strives to attract and retain high-quality, passionate employees, and weave diversity, equity and inclusion into all aspects of Extension's programming and employee engagement. Find further information at .
Please note: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click on the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position.
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For questions about this position, contact:
Amy Baker, Chief Technology Officer, .
For questions about applying online, contact:
Tiffany McMillan, Extension Human Resources, .
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