Organization: The Office of Instructional Services (OIS) at Colorado State University is a professionally-staffed University-wide organization responsible for providing solutions to instructional and other information transfer problems and professional development services for all faculty, staff, and graduate teaching/research assistants in support of the University’s general mission of teaching, research, and service. OIS includes direct classroom support, distance education technology, video production, computer-based graphics, instructional design, multimedia development, and photography, with a staff of 35 full-time professionals and approximately 20 student employees. For more information, go to www.ois.colostate.edu

Position: As Coordinator of Classroom Support Services/Senior Electrical Engineer, the person in this position functions in two crucial capacities. First, the position functions as the primary technical engineer and principal consultant involved in design of all instructional technology development and delivery systems, technology-supported (SMART) classrooms, and distance education support, and acts as the campus-wide leader in analog and state-of-the-art digital video systems including MPEG compression and DVD authoring systems, broadband distribution, IP-based interactive video systems (H.323) and ISDN video conferencing, microwave ITFS (including traditional FM) and modern mobile PCS systems. Second, the position functions as the manager of Classroom Support Services (CSS) and its subsidiary units (Classroom Equipment Services, Classroom Media Services, and Classroom Technical Services), which provides direct support to all campus instructional activities through student and professional staff, instructional technology capabilities and traditional means of audiovisual support. Related to both capacities, this person is involved in a variety of teams and committees working to build the instructional technology infrastructure of the University. The position works with faculty, staff, and other OIS managers to enhance the essential service function of the unit.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. As the University’s primary video and instructional technology/distance education technology engineer, consults with all campus departments regarding equipment needs and analyzes and/or designs instructional technology proposals for resident instruction support and distance education applications.

2. Works with other OIS unit coordinators to ensure appropriate technical support is in place for Graphic Services, Instructional Design & Technology, Photographic Services, Video Production Services, and the technology-supported distance education (CSUN) program. Coordinates with the OIS Network Manager to ensure standards compliance in the development of unit-wide digital storage and operating systems for video servers, video operations and archiving. Works cooperatively with Academic Computing & Networking Services (ACNS), University Libraries, and other University organizations to establish University information and instructional technology standards and ensure OIS compliance with those standards.

3. With the Director and Associate Director of OIS, is integrally involved in all instructional and media facility strategic planning. Provides project leadership, design and coordination with University Facilities Management, Telecommunications, and ACNS to ensure timely and proper completion of campus construction and improvement projects.

4. Fosters positive relationships with other University planners and faculty in support of information and instructional technology development. Participates in state/regional-wide planning initiatives related to technology issues in digital video distribution and emerging technologies.

5. Plays a major leadership and hands-on role in the design, development and construction of technology-supported classrooms. Incorporates faculty input, information from a variety of professional sources as a part of this process. The position works closely with vendors, the Purchasing Department, and installers as appropriate. Oversees faculty training in the use of SMART classrooms.

6. Supervises 10 professional staff and approximately 6 hourly employees. Writes position descriptions, coordinates work schedules and responsibilities with leadworkers, conducts annual performance evaluations, and with the Director is responsible for hiring and disciplinary procedures of CSS.

7. Establishes procedures to support the missions of Classroom Equipment Services, Classroom Media Services, and Classroom Technical Services. Interacts with faculty clients. Meets regularly with leadworkers and staff to address and respond to faculty’s classroom concerns.

8. Serves as a member of and technical advisor to the Classroom Review Board which provides oversight of over 150 general assignment classrooms.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related area with a minimum of 5 years directly related experience with strong system design. Must have documented experience in the management of instructional technology facilities and staff, with demonstrated capability of working closely and effectively with faculty and other managers. Good communication skills are essential. A qualified candidate with advanced degree(s) is desirable. Comparable documented extended experience, particularly in a higher education environment will be evaluated and considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

This is an Administrative-Professional position, which reports to the Director, Office of Instructional Services. The minimum salary is $75,000 plus benefits, and is negotiable depending upon experience.

Application materials should include (1) a letter documenting the stated qualifications and how your background relates to the duties and responsibilities (2) a complete resume, and (3) the names and contact information for three references. Your letter and resume must include related employment timeline information. Applications and nominations will be considered until the position is filled, however applicants should submit applications by December 16, 2002 for full consideration.

Inquiries and applications are to be submitted to:

Larry Preuss, Search Committe Chair
Office of Instructional Services
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2023
970-491-1325

Electronic submissions are welcome, and should be sent to: LPreuss@ColoState.edu

Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements in all programs. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and so identify themselves.