Instructional Technology Assistant

Some College

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Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 lbs
Long periods of sitting
Extended exposure to CPU

Days, nights, weekends

This position will provide in class technology support to instructors for Gatton’s hybrid online evening MBA program. Duties include:

• Direct a live virtual environment of the in class presentation and discussion for remotely connected students. The goal is to provide as close to a live experience for remote students as possible. The technology being used to provide the virtual environment includes Zoom online meeting spaces, a classroom facial recognition video camera for displaying the instructor, a video camera which will provide a view of the in class students for the remote students, and more.  

• Setup and monitor recordings of the presentation and discussion using both Echo360 lecture capture and Zoom meeting applications.  

• Meet with the instructor before each class period to discuss the format of that period so he/she can provide technology support to create a seamless experience for remote and live students. This includes initiating and monitoring the Zoom meeting space, controlling the student centered video camera and in class volume.

• Monitor Zoom session and alert the instructor of questions or comments initiated by remote students

• Trouble shoot any technical issues during class and provide solution or alternative to mitigate issue.

• Edit class videos and post them to Canvas course.

• Assist Gatton IT in providing remote support for off campus students.

• Assist live and remote students in using Zoom in breakout sessions for class discussions.

Knowledge of Zoom, Canvas, some video editing, Powerpoint, digital whiteboards, web cameras, and/or general computer hardware/software helpful but not required. Training will be provided for various technologies.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.