What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Academic Technology and Distance Learning position at Denmark Technical College?
Job Responsibilities
The Director of Academic Technology and Distance Learning oversees the management, quality assurance, and outcomes for online teaching and learning; manages the College’s Learning Management System (LMS), technical operations, digital content associated with online course delivery, and online student course evaluations; and facilitates faculty training, professional development, and innovation related to instructional design and development. In addition, the Director works with faculty and staff to promote distance education, develops online courses in conjunction with academic departments, and provides support to students and faculty.
Leads the development, implementation, and reviews of the online learning and instructional innovation plan and ensure its alignment with the College’s strategic plan, mission, and vision. This includes developing and updating policies and procedures and ensuring all online and hybrid courses are aligned to Quality Matters, NC-SARA, SACSCOC, and other regulatory guidelines.
Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to online and hybrid student learning, enrollment, course evaluations, faculty training and professional development, and other variables as they pertain to scheduling, enrollment management, accreditations, outcomes assessment, and strategic planning.
Provides faculty training and professional development that develops faculty instructional technology competence, supports best practices in instructional design, development, and delivery, and promotes instructional innovation in the use of learning technologies that enhance teaching and learning in online, hybrid, and web-enhanced instruction. Teach a minimum of one course per semester.
Collaborates with Information Technology leadership and internal stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of online learning through the LMS, and the proper management and currency of the LMS, related software, and equipment. Must serve as an administrator of the LMS.
Serves on institutional committees; attend professional development activities; attend SCTCS peer group meetings.
Leads the development, implementation, and reviews of the online learning and instructional innovation plan and ensure its alignment with the College’s strategic plan, mission, and vision. This includes developing and updating policies and procedures and ensuring all online and hybrid courses are aligned to Quality Matters, NC-SARA, SACSCOC, and other regulatory guidelines.
Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to online and hybrid student learning, enrollment, course evaluations, faculty training and professional development, and other variables as they pertain to scheduling, enrollment management, accreditations, outcomes assessment, and strategic planning.
Provides faculty training and professional development that develops faculty instructional technology competence, supports best practices in instructional design, development, and delivery, and promotes instructional innovation in the use of learning technologies that enhance teaching and learning in online, hybrid, and web-enhanced instruction. Teach a minimum of one course per semester.
Collaborates with Information Technology leadership and internal stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of online learning through the LMS, and the proper management and currency of the LMS, related software, and equipment. Must serve as an administrator of the LMS.
Serves on institutional committees; attend professional development activities; attend SCTCS peer group meetings.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Master's degree and experience in student services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, Distance Education, or a related educational field. Two years of experience designing online and hybrid courses and programs using an online instructional platform and teaching online courses. An online design or teaching certification from Quality Matters. Knowledge of learning management systems; experience with various multimedia software for course enrichment; excellent verbal and written communication skills; familiarity with SACSCOC and NC-SARA guidelines and other regulatory requirements associated with online learning; and understanding of best practices and innovative options for program/course design across curricula. Experience with Quality Matters or other quality rubrics preferred.
Additional Comments
May require overnight travel; travel to service area high schools and additional instructional sites; working evening hours; and working on a computer for long periods of time.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
