AddressAbout the Unit
The Learning Design and Technology unit sits within the Education Portfolio of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Education and Students).
There are 4 units within this Portfolio:
- Education Connections
- Teaching Learning & Curriculum Unit
- Learning Design & Technology Unit
- External Partnerships & Product Strategy Unit
About the Role
As part of the Learning Design and Technology Unit in the Education Portfolio, the position plays a key role in the development and implementation of the service approach and planning, staff management, and Digital Learning Ecosystem strategy and management activities to facilitate the delivery of technology-enhanced learning services and related teaching projects.
The incumbent will work with the Head Educational Technology Strategy and Support and other team leads in the Learning Design and Technology Unit to plan and develop strategies to address UTS priorities, and in partnership with Divisions and Faculties to build digital capability and enhance practice in blended learning.
In this role, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Working collaboratively with ITD, lead the process of selecting and prioritising pedagogically sound technologies for the learning and teaching ecosystem to support aspects of the UTS 2027 strategy
- Actively contribute to policy, procedure and decision-making processes relating to educational technology issues for the University
- Lead stakeholder consultation processes to inform the selection of technologies
- Establish and communicate effective decision-making processes around learning technologies, and access points for faculties to communicate technology needs
- Lead the team in planning for university-wide implementation of new tools and technologies
- Manage the Education Technologies Team effectively
With examples, please outline within your Cover Letter, how you meet the following six (6) key selection criteria points below:
- Team leadership abilities and relationship management/stakeholder engagement
- Capacity to work collaboratively and persuasively within a diverse University community
- Knowledge of learning theories and principles relevant to the effective design and implementation of technologies for student learning in higher education
- Extensive knowledge of learning management systems and related technologies
- Understanding of Information Technology processes in a large and complex organisation
- Practical experience of working with technologies for student learning in higher education
Remuneration & Benefits
Base Salary Range: $134,476 to $140,880 pa (HEW 9)
This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.
UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.
This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website. Here you can download:
- full details of the application process;
- a copy of the position statement; and
- information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions
Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC282900 and your name.
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team via ***********@uts.edu.au
Closing Date: Tuesday 28th May at 11:59pm (AEST)
Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Accessibility
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UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.
We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
