Media Specialist

Job Title: Media Specialist Department: ITS - Educational Media (Scott Mascena) FLSA: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Location: Moultrie Campus JOB SUMMARY: The educational media specialist is responsible for collaborating with PCOM’s instructional staff and students to facilitate the use and integration of audio visual (AV) and multimedia resources and digital tools into instructional material and course instruction. The incumbent possesses and demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and proficiency with educational technology resources, including hardware and software, and provides guidance to instructional staff on incorporating their use to enhance curriculum planning and administration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The successful incumbent will perform the following duties, with or without reasonable accommodations: Collaborate with instructional staff to incorporate audio visual resources into curricular content; serve as a consultant to identify and select appropriate resources to achieve desired learning outcomes. Identify and select appropriate resources, including hardware and software applications, to achieve desired learning objectives; participate in ongoing and ad hoc needs analysis, resource selection, and effectiveness evaluation processes, as appropriate. Compile and distribute regular and ad hoc reports regarding resource effectiveness. Lead efforts to train faculty, staff, and students, both individually and collectively, on approved resources; provide technical assistance and troubleshooting on selected resources. Conduct regular and ad hoc inspections and evaluation of selected resources and tools. Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, and new and emerging hardware and software technology developments; apply knowledge to recommend and implement changes in policies, procedures, and technology training plans, as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum of three years’ experience, preferably in a higher education setting. Strong project management skills, including managing scope of work; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously towards achieving desired outcomes. Strong customer service orientation. Strong communication skills, including interpersonal, verbal, and written. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proficiency with word processing, email, and virtual meeting applications, including on the Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 platforms. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in related field, such as education or communications. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to view computer screens for extended periods. Manual dexterity and mobility to use personal computers and other office equipment. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods. Starting Hourly Rate $24.38 The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, you will be part of a community of caring, professional and committed individuals who focus on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students. Our dedication to academic and institutional excellence drives everything we do. As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College. At PCOM, you can become part of our rich heritage, enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, and take advantage of opportunities for professional and personal growth. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) is an equal opportunity employer. PCOM prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, race, sex, color, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military and military veteran status or any other legally protected class status in all its programs, activities, and employment practices. PCOM provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with ADA qualifying disabilities who need assistance in completing the online application and/or the hiring process due to their diagnosed disability. Please email the PCOM Equal Opportunity and Access Manager (Title IX Coordinator) at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to begin the disability accommodation process. Reasonable accommodation requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr