Classroom Technology Specialist

University of California, Santa Barbara, CA

Job Level

Entry-level position

Post Date

05/24/2018

Job Category

Specialist / Associate

Sector

Technology

Job Status

Areas of Responsibility

Instructional Technology

Link to Job Posting

Department Profile (Specific Information about department/program):	Instructional Development is a service organization supporting the instructional mission of the campus. Its activities directly address the major goal in the campus' Academic Planning Statement, "Ensure Excellence in Both Undergraduate and Graduate Instruction." The mission of Instructional Development is to foster a climate for excellence in instruction, which parallels the climate for excellence in research, within a world class institution of higher education. The mission is addressed by following a model which has evolved over the past three decades and is reflected in the organization of the department. We have a substantial impact on the quality of instruction offered at UCSB. We are able to comprehensively and effectively address the needs of a faculty which teaches a tremendous range of subject matter, using a wide array of teaching philosophies, methods, styles, and technologies. The key elements required to support this diversity of faculty needs include: instructional consulting and evaluation; technical media production support; and technical media display support. All are provided by Instructional Development.
Department Code-Name	INST-Instructional Development
End Date/Contingencies for Grant Funding
FOC (Federal Occupation Code) Sub-Code	BD-Fiscal, Management and Staff Services
FOC (Federal Occupation Code)	B-Professionals
Advertised Range Min (full time equivalent) A little help? Go to Salary Scales	23.47
Advertised Range Max (full time equivalent)	24.50
Advertised Range Rate Type	Hourly
Other Advertised Salary Range Comments	$23.47-$24.50/hr.
Percentage of full-time	100.00
Days	5: Monday-Friday
Hours	8/day; 40/week; 8am-5pm
Appointment Type A little help with Contracts? Go to Employment Agreements	Career
Limited Appointment End Date A little help? Go to General Information on Limited Appointments
Is this a NEW CAREER position?	No
Summary of Job Duties (Note: This summary will be used for keyword search)	Classroom Technology Specialist manages and operates complex multimedia set ups in support of UCSB classroom instruction, campus supported conferences, and public events. Provides technical support for multimedia systems, including computers, computer networks, data projectors, switching, control and communication systems, student response systems, audio/video playback, and recording and broadcast systems. Works closely with Faculty, and Staff from other departments to ensure successful implementation of instructional technology in the classroom. Under supervision, and in close coordination with other ID technical staff, participates in and supervises elements of the design, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of multimedia systems in classrooms and meeting spaces at UCSB. Develops organizational systems to streamline operations.
Minimum Requirements	Experience with PC and Macintosh hardware and software. Experience with Windows and Macintosh operating systems. Experience with Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, and Apple productivity software. Experience with computer networking hardware and standard networking protocols. Familiarity with video and audio display technology. Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization. Excellent customer service skills. Highly organized, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
Desirable Requirements	Experience with Extron control systems, VNC, FTP, VoIP, podcasting, Asterisk, 4th Dimension; installation, set-up, maintenance and repair of A/V, computer, and networking equipment.
Special Conditions of Employment A little help? Go to Driver's License Requirementsor Background Check Guidelines	Satisfactory completion of a fingerprint background check Maintain a valid CA driver's license
Other Special Conditions of Employment	Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work.
Other Recruitment Notes
Optional Applicant Documents	Other Document (1) Other Document (2) Other Document (3)
Required Applicant Documents	Resume Cover Letter