Program Specialist II

Posting Number S05658P Position Title Program Specialist II Functional Title Department Management Salary Range 55,000, DOQ Pay Basis Monthly Position Status Regular full-time Location Richardson Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Open Date 05/23/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled No Desired Start Date 06/10/2024 Job Summary

This exciting position will contribute greatly to ensuring the Jindal School of Management is able to provide online courses with high consistency and quality. The main duties will be to evaluate and assess asynchronous and synchronous courses for alignment with JSOM standards through the evaluation of syllabi and courses as well as providing technical course support for refreshing online courses within the learning management system (LMS).

In addition, the candidate will coordinate with the JSOM Academic Director of Distance Learning and faculty about course updates aligned to the JSOM standards. The ideal candidate would be one that is curious and loves to find creative processes and technology that can allow online programs to be engaging and beneficial to students and willing to share feedback to faculty to improve courses. This candidate will be supporting training to faculty and student workers for the synchronous modality.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field, with five years of experience working with students and programs in higher education, or related community programs; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Three to seven years' experience in online education and auditing processes, and strengths at documentation. Experience with instructional design, curriculum design, or LMS (learning management systems), preferably in higher education; experience with graphic and multimedia authoring software (such as Camtasia, Articulate/Rise 360, uJa, Panapto), Canva; experience in leading student workers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform audit of JSOM online courses to verify content updates have taken place and they are meeting JSOM Online delivery standards using a checklist of required elements.

• Work with faculty and Academic Director to set deadlines for updates for those courses not meeting standards.

• Ensure any needed changes are updated to align courses to JSOM standards regarding syllabus and LMS course organization and content.

• Coordinate all faculty communications by working with the Academic Director of Distance Learning.

• Be cognizant of cutting-edge technology in the Online delivery space and provide recommendations to the Academic Director

• Support the Academic Director of Distance Learning with training to faculty and teaching assistants who will be assisting in the synchronous and asynchronous modality of courses.

• Provide secondary support for professors doing self-development of courses in using Camtasia and other software.

• Other duties that may not be specifically mentioned for which training will be provided.

Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information

Remote Work Notice

A hybrid remote work schedule may be available (currently 1-day remote weekly). Employee must be located within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area and have the ability to be on campus for work activities as scheduled and/or with 24-hour notice. Completion and approval of a UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required upon employment, and use of personal computer, internet, and other standard equipment may be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be canceled at any time.

What We Can Offer

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Salary

Tuition Benefits

Internal Training

Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long and short-term disability

Retirement Plan Options

Paid time off

Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About Us

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences.

UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

The University has a variety of programs and initiatives to support engagement and success for all members of the campus community. Employee benefits include a range of physical and mental wellness resources. "LilyPad" lactation facilities are located throughout the campus. There are several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) comprised of individuals who share common interests to help build community among UT Dallas faculty and staff (e.g., Universal Access ERG, Military and Veteran ERG, UT Dallas Young Professionals).

Rich with visual and performing arts venues, museum districts, professional and semi-professional athletics teams, botanical gardens, accessible trails and so much more, the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex has something for everyone to explore. UT Dallas partners with regional higher education institutions and school districts and with the Richardson Innovation Quarter (Richardson IQ), a major hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and educational activities.

Special Instructions Summary Important Message

1. All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2. The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.