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Job Opportunity: Faculty Success Facilitator:Lamar UniversityJob description:Faculty Success Facilitator
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112980 Position Title: Faculty Success Facilitator FTE: 1.00 Employment type: Staff Department: Prov and VP for Academic Affairs Dept Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The Faculty Success Facilitator is responsible for design, development, and delivery of professional development training modules to support faculty teaching excellence at Lamar University. This position will work collaboratively with the CITL team to assess and curate resources, web content, and internal marketing initiatives to promote faculty support and development. The Facilitator will also provide direct assistance to faculty, assess the effectiveness of faculty teaching, and contribute to the overall strategic vision of the CITL. The range of responsibilities related to designing, developing, delivering and assessing faculty development programs and resources will promote teaching excellence at Lamar University. The Facilitator will work collaboratively with CITL colleagues and faculty to identify needs, create engaging solutions, and drive the overall teaching and learning mission. Notice: This position is not eligible for sponsorship. What You'll Do - Position Job responsibilities: » Develop and implement professional development, including the creation of training modules and workshops on topics such as instructional design, teaching methods, educational technology, and assessment. » Collaborate with faculty and staff to identify professional development needs and design customized training solutions. » Audit internal web content, multimedia resources, and graphic design elements to ensure quality and accuracy. » Collaborate with the director and LXD in executing internal marketing campaigns to promote CITL's services and opportunities to faculty. » Provide individualized support and consultation to faculty members on teaching and learning issues. » Assess the effectiveness of faculty development programs and use data to inform continuous improvement. » By request, assess faculty teaching through evaluation of syllabi, classroom or online teaching, course content or other requested assessment. » Assess Faculty Success programs and events, using data to drive continuous improvement and inform planning and decision-making. » Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in instructional design, faculty development, and higher education. » Act in the Faculty Success adjunct Director's stead for meetings or other tasks as necessary. Key Competencies: » skills in instructional design, learning theory, and pedagogical best practices » capability to analyze faculty needs and develop tailored training solutions » Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills » Effective organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities » Excellent written and verbal communication skills » Proficiency in data analysis and program assessment Physical Requirements: No major physical requirements. capability to sit for extended periods and operate a computer. capability to get around the campus as needed. capability to lift small items (3-10 pounds maximum). Job Conditions: Position is subject to annual review by manager. Employee must abide by all Lamar University, State, and Center policies and procedures. Office environment with occasional travel to attend conferences or meetings. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Master's degree in education, Instructional Design or related field Or » Masters or Doctoral degree in a field offered at Lamar University with faculty practice in higher education EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: » Minimum of 3 years of practice in instructional design, faculty/staff training, or higher education » Demonstrated practice in creating and delivering professional development programs and training modules » Strong working expertise of current teaching and learning principles, best practices, and innovative instructional technologies » Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the capability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff » Proficient in web content management systems and digital marketing / graphic design Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: $46,827 - $60,875 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 09/12/2024 Close Date: 12/13/2024 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a Master's degree in education, Instructional Design OR a Master's degree in a field offered at Lamar University with faculty practice in higher education? » Yes » No » * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of practice in higher education? » Yes » No » * Are you able to show work authorization upon hire? » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous » Unofficial Transcripts Skills:
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