Educational Technology Specialist
Job Description
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The Educational Technology Specialist serves as part of the Center for Excellence and Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CEITL) team and the main point of contact for students seeking technical support for technologies associated with distance education at Laurel Ridge Community College including, but not limited to, Canvas, Zoom, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace for Education. The Educational Technology Specialist will provide individual and group assistance to students who require additional support in online learning tools and systems, including the use of learning management systems, communication environments, productivity tools, and creativity tools. The Educational Technology Specialist interacts with students, faculty, and other college personnel to investigate and resolve instructional technology errors and issues. In collaboration with the CEITL Team and internal partners including Technology Services, the Educational Technology Specialist is responsible for effective implementation and ongoing support of instructional technology applications.
This position may require an alternate work schedule for evening and weekend coverage.
Classified: Compensation and Benefits
The hiring range for this position is $45,000.00-$55,000.00. Salary will commensurate with competencies and experience. The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit
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May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Working knowledge or experience using educational technologies, multimedia techniques and tools, and educational software applications to create instructional materials in various formats including handouts, web pages, and videos (including Microsoft Office, Google Workspace for Education, Adobe applications, Zoom, etc.)
- Ability to balance attention to detail, attention to policies and procedures, and apply consistency and logic with creativity, flexibility, and innovation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding, and complex work environment that involves intricate assignments, managing multiple tasks and deadlines, and rapidly adapting to changing situations and priorities.
- Ability to investigate, adapt to, and promote technologies to support teaching, learning, research, and work productivity.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to teach technological skills to adult learners.
- Proven subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or credentials.
- Experience working in higher education, including community colleges preferred.
- Working knowledge of learning/course management systems (Canvas preferred) and communication and data tools such as Slack, Teams, Google Workspace for Education, Microsoft Office, etc. preferred.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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