California State University San Bernardino

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT (CAREER SKILL LEVEL) - 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE, JOB CODE #2004-0039 - OFFICE OF DISTRIBUTED LEARNING: Full-time, temporary, "exempt" positions through July 31, 2005 (with the possibility of extending appointment based on available funding.) Salary: $3,915.00 to $8,013.00 per month. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Duties: Under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Distributed Learning, the incumbent will work cooperatively with the faculty to design instructional materials for distance learning courses. In cooperation with the software and server administrator, the incumbent will ensure functionality and proper operation of all course sites. The incumbent will facilitate the development of online courses via text, graphics, video, audio and any other media necessary using Blackboard, an online course management software tool. The incumbent will also assist in the preparation of training materials and delivery of distance instruction in the software applications used to develop online courses. The incumbent will provide technical support and assistance to faculty involved in the project. The incumbent will respond to faculty and administration requests for computing information, purchasing procedures, and requisition assistance. Qualifications: Applicants must possess the equivalent to a four-year degree and two years of related experience. An MA or MS in Education, Instructional Technology or their equivalent in a related field is preferred. Applicants must have experience in creating and designing instruction, primarily in a web-based environment. Experience teaching at the post-secondary level is essential, along with experience assisting post-secondary instructors with instructional technology. Applicants must have excellent oral and written communication skills. A demonstrated knowledge and ability in the full cycle development process of a series of web pages is required along with a working knowledge of HTML and editing tools such as Dream Weaver. Applicants must have fluent knowledge of MS Office products and their relationship to HTML conversion is required. The ability to analyze problems and make appropriate recommendations is required, along with both the ability to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, administrators, and campus agency representatives. Experience editing digital video is highly desired. The ability to supervise a student assistant(s), with regard to assigned projects, is essential along with the ability to write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt effective courses of action. The ability to work within a university setting is essential along with a thorough knowledge of computer technology and its application in educational settings. Current employees will be given preferred consideration. These positions will remain open until filled.