Lower Columbia College is looking for a dynamic and innovative individual to serve as the Manager of eLearning. The successful candidate will assist with the advancement of the College’s robust eLearning program which includes online, hybrid, and enhanced delivery modes of instruction. This position will administer the college’s course management system for online course delivery, provide instructional design training and support, and develop and evaluate training programs for faculty, managers, and administrators. Close collaboration with IT to maintain system updates and maintenance and with the instructional deans will be necessary. This person will also support faculty in assessing the appropriateness of, and the conversion and development of traditional courses into online modes/classes.

This position reports to the Dean for Instructional Programs (Learning Commons and Transitional Studies).

• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of course sites and enrollments for eLearning within the College course management system
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate training programs designed to promote the use of eLearning technology and services
• Provide instructional design support to faculty in multiple disciplines to support the conversion and development of
traditional courses into eLearning modes/classes
• Work directly with IT and Web Marketing and Communications Coordinator on conceptualization and maintenance of the LCC eLearning Web pages
• Remain current on educational and technological tools and trends to enhance eLearning at the college
• Provide resources for assistance to eLearning students as needed to ensure student success in the eLearning classes/programs
• Collaborate with IT and faculty to develop contingency planning for physical disruptions or campus closure
• Communicate and collaborate with eLearning consortia, State eLearning Council, task forces and committees
• Compile distance education statistics needed for reports, proposals, and budgets, etc., ensuring accuracy of the data; prepare reports as needed
• Work to achieve and support diversity objectives as established by the College
• Engage in and promote decision-making, input, and communication with all College stakeholders
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree from an accredited institution
• Teaching or training experience
• Experience with computer systems and eLearning technology
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and relate to those from culturally diverse backgrounds

Desirable Qualifications:
• Masters’ Degree in Instructional Technology or related field
• Understanding of current technology systems supporting distance education
• Experience administering and teaching in the ANGEL course management system
• Distance education teaching experience