Executive Director of Faculty Development and Instructional Technology

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About Westfield State University:

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.


Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.


Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member


You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.


Our Values


Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
• Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
• Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
• Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
• Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
• Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Executive Director of Faculty Development and Instructional Technology

State Job Title: Executive Director

Department: Academic Affairs

Job Code: HA6200

FLSA Status: Exempt

Funding: 7115-0100

Bargaining Unit: APA

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Timeframe: 52 Weeks

Shift: Standard business hours

Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday

Supervision Received: Receives direct supervision from the Provost, with some direction provided by the Associate Provost.

Supervision Exercised: The Executive Director supervises all subordinate positions with the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT). Additionally, they may supervise student workers and graduate assistants.

Salary: $110,000 to $115,000 Annually (salary commensurate with education and experience)


INTERNAL JOB POSTING: This position is currently open to internal WSU employees only. External applicants are welcome to apply for other available positions as listed on our Careers page.


General Statement of Duties:


Under the direction of the Provost, while also receiving supplemental direction from the Associate Provost, the Executive Director oversees the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT) and the Faculty Center, providing leadership around instructional technology, online instruction, and faculty professional development in support of the institution's academic mission.


Through their leadership and management of the CIT, the Executive Director will fully support the University's online courses and programs, lead the effective integration of instructional technologies in the virtual learning environment, and manage the University's official learning management system(s).


While working collaboratively across divisions and departments, and in consultation with affiliated faculty, the Executive Director will lead the Faculty Center. In this capacity the Executive Director develops, coordinates, and delivers professional development opportunities for faculty, librarians, and academic staff. These initiatives support excellence in teaching and learning, scholarship and research, advising effectiveness, digital literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and learning outcomes assessment, all of which are grounded in best practices and adult learning theory.


Duties include but not limited to:

Duties and Responsibilities Related to the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT):

• Consults with faculty, department chairs, and administration on online education issues, recommends long term online teaching plans and policies.
• Consults with department chairs, faculty, and administration in developing and recommending improvements to the online course and program offerings of the University.
• Develops and delivers instructional technology training to faculty and staff.
• Provides one-on-one consultation, small and large group instruction to the campus community.
• Develops and maintains an online resource center for faculty and students on the CIT and Plato websites.
• Chairs the CIT Advisory Committees, serves on the Instructional Technology Strategic Advisory Committee, or any successor campus technology committee.
• Manages the CIT budget.
• Works, in an advisory capacity, with faculty, Department Chairs, and administration to support the assessment of the quality and academic integrity of online courses.
• Represents the University in state and national online technology organizations.
• Coordinates the review and selection of the LMS Platform and the development and implementation of policies and practices for its use and applications in the University's educational programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities Related to the Faculty Center:

• Provides leadership and vision to offer an effective program of professional development opportunities for faculty, librarians, and academic staff.
• Creates supports and processes for productive pedological experimentation.
• Fosters strong relationships with key institutions, individuals, community colleges, and other external collaborators to enhance the University's impact to the larger community.
• Works collaboratively with faculty, administration, and departments across the University to develop and support effective, student-centered teaching strategies.
• Works with the appropriate institutional stakeholders to support piloting and when appropriate the implementation of new technology to execute the academic mission of Westfield State; in particular, to improve and assess student learning outcomes.
• Develops and delivers professional development opportunities for faculty, librarians, and academic staff on emerging trends in higher education that are directly relevant to the academic enterprise.
• Coordinates and facilitates events around teaching and learning for part-time and full-time faculty, as well as librarians and academic staff.
• Manages the budget(s) under the purview of the Faculty Center.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education, Curriculum Development, Instructional Technology, or a related field.
• Significant experience with the current state of technology supporting high quality online education, in particular with learning management systems and their use in higher education.
• Record of achievement in leading the design, development, delivery, and adoption of innovative teaching and learning programs, technologies, and practices.
• Five plus years of successful teaching and administrative experience preferably in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders within a unionized campus environment.
• Appreciation for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, and ideological backgrounds and abilities.
• Knowledge of contemporary evidence-based practices, tools, and technology in the development of new methods and procedures in instructional design.
• Skills in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and making recommendations in support of institutional priorities.
• Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to work with faculty, administration, and staff at all levels.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, communication, and organizational skills.

Additional Information:

Salary:


Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage .


Employee Benefits:


Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.

• Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
• Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
• Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
• Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
• Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage .

Disability Accommodations


Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.


Background Check


Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Application Instructions:

An on-line application is required . The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three references *
• Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree

* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.


Deadline: The job posting will be open for ten days. If needed, it will remain open until finalists have been selected.


Please Note: Each newly posted position includes a 90-day interval between the posting date and the anticipated start date. This allows time for the full recruitment process, including application review, interviews, and final hiring approvals.


Additionally, if you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.
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