Technology Trainer & Communications Specialist

Department
Division of Technology Services

Job Description Summary

Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking candidates interested in joining the Wentworth community as a Technology Trainer & Communications Specialist . This position builds and implements communication plans to include texting, emailing, push notifications and intranet/website content for department related initiatives and announcements

Partners with, educates, and delivers programs to develop the technical capabilities of internal staff. This position is part trainer, part consultant/coach and is focused on current and anticipated business needs.

The position builds and executes curriculum and programs through collaboration with business stakeholders and the technology team. The analyst understands the changing technology climate and evaluates which competencies to introduce, transform, or retire from the university training program.

This position also provides an awareness platform through onsite training, documentation, technical seminars, and other methods to allow users to maximize software usage, workflow, features, and enhancements for daily use to increase productivity and efficiency.

Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

To find out more about the Wentworth’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit the website https://wit.edu/about/diversity .

All applicants have the right to accessibility support and accommodations. To request accessibility support or accommodations, contact the Executive Director of Equity and Compliance, Catlin Wells, at wellsc1@wit.edu

Minimum Education Required 
Associate's degree, or vocational or technical school degree

Preferred Education
Bachelor's degree

Minimum Work Experience Required
2 years

Preferred Work Experience
3 years

Minimum Knowledge Required
Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.

Preferred Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.

Advertised Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree or some college and specialized training/certification plus relevant work experience.

• 2 – 3 years work experience

• Proficient at Office365 applications

• Proficient using screen recording and video editing

• Experience with Content Management Systems.

• Proven ability to present ideas and educational topics in multiple formats, including in-person presentations to large audiences and in writing, in business- and user-friendly language

• Strong maturity, professionalism, and judgment. Meticulous attention to detail and organization. Openly embraces change

• Ability to multitask, meet specific deadlines, and prioritize tasks and assignments

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S00728

Job Category
Professional

Supplemental Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Boston.com

• Higheredjobs.com

• Colleges of the Fenway site

• Wentworth site

• Studentaffairs.com

• Chronicle of Higher Ed.

• NE HERC

• El Mundo

• Sampan

• Bay State Banner

• Colors Magazine

• AcademicKeys

• ACM.org

• CRA.org

• IEEE.org

• Academicjobsonline.org

• Referral

• Other

• Mathjobs

1. Wentworth defines inclusive excellence as 'Actively and intentionally cultivating a diverse and culturally competent institution where each member has the opportunity and support to reach their full potential and make contributions to our campus community and beyond.' Please provide an example of how you have exemplified inclusive excellence in an educational or professional setting.

   (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter