Educational Technology Specialist
Merced College
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Job summary
Merced College in California seeks an Educational Technology Specialist for Immersive Learning to drive Dreamscape Lab projects using Unity to build simulations and interactive XR environments for classroom use.
You will deploy across Meta VR and spatial devices, troubleshoot hardware/software, train faculty, and pilot emerging XR tools to keep education at the cutting edge.
Qualifications
- Education/Training/Experience options include: a Bachelor's degree with certifications OR one year of applicable experience OR an Associate's degree with four years of experience OR a high school diploma with two years of professional training and two years of experience.
- Three (3) years applicable experience AND certifications OR equivalent education and experience.
- Knowledge of multimedia software and classroom instructional technology equipment.
Responsibilities
- Establishes software/hardware components to support multimedia in classrooms.
- Trains faculty on educational software and integrates technology into curricula.
- Troubleshoots and repairs multimedia equipment and servers used for distance learning.
Skills
Education
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Job description
Bring education to life as our Educational Technology Specialist for Immersive Learning. In this specialized role, you will be the technical engine behind Merced College’s Dreamscape Lab, using your expertise in Unity software to build simulations and interactive environments that transform abstract concepts into tangible experiences. We are seeking a candidate with strong development skills who can take a project from concept to deployment across various XR platforms, including Meta VR and spatial computing devices. Beyond development, you will be a key resource for the campus community, researching and piloting emerging XR applications to keep our curriculum on the cutting edge. You must be able to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues while collaborating with the Innovation Team to assess the educational impact of these tools. If you are a developer passionate about applying virtual, augmented, and mixed reality to higher education, we want to hear from you.
As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college — we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California’s Central Valley.
Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well‑being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.
If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team.
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.
Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:
- Degree/Certificate Programs
- Transfer
- Career Technical Education
- Workforce Training
- Lifelong Learning
- Basic Skills
- Community Engagement
Merced College promoters student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.
Salary Schedule
Range 26
40 hours/week
12 months/year
Provides technical support and training for development of instructional multimedia materials and use of classroom technology including the following: training faculty on use of educational software; assisting faculty in integrating technology into their curriculum components; providing troubleshooting and repair of multimedia equipment in classrooms; providing assistance with configuration, installation, and troubleshooting of Internet‑based and server software as well as database applications for use in the delivery of instruction; working as a member of the Audio‑Visual team to support faculty in distance learning, multimedia use, and other audio‑visual curriculum activities.
- Establishes in cooperation with other Audio‑Visual staff, software and hardware components to support multimedia applications and classroom technology
- Trains faculty on educational software
- Assists faculty in integrating technology into curricular components
- Troubleshoots and repairs equipment and software related to multimedia used for classroom support, including but not limited to computer servers, interactive video equipment, document cameras, computer projectors, computers and VCRs
- Configures, installs, and troubleshoots Internet‑based and server software
- Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies necessary to the functioning of the distance education portion of Audio‑Visual
- Develops and conducts in cooperation with other Audio‑Visual staff, faculty and staff development programs related to staff training in multimedia applications
- Other related duties as assigned
- Multi‑media authoring software, such as PowerPoint, Adobe Photo Shop and/or similar software
- Internet application development software including SQL databases, Macromedia DreamWeaver, Front Page, and similar software and databases
- Intranet networks and applications
- Select, modify, install and support appropriate media hardware and software for instructional applications
- Work as part of a team
- Maintain records
- Troubleshoot and repair minor problems with multimedia equipment in classrooms; follow
- Follow oral and written directions
- Train others in technical areas
- Keep abreast of technical advances in the areas of computer and multimedia technology
- Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti‑racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues
- Three (3) years applicable experienceAND applicable certifications
- OR
- Bachelor's degreeAND applicable certifications OR one (1) year of applicable experience
- OR
- Associate's degreeAND four (4) years of applicable experience
- OR
- High school diploma OR a GED AND Journeyman‑level professional trainingAND two (2) years of applicable work experience
- OR
- The equivalent education and experience
- Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
- Experience in the operation of audio and video production equipment and multimedia
- Experience in the use and installation of classroom instructional technology equipment
- Knowledge of classroom educational software, such as Power Point or Adobe Acrobat
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
- Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
- Hear and understand speech at normal levels
- Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
- Read printed matter and computer screens
- Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
- Bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
- Lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight
- Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard
- Reach in all directions
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee’s only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits Website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.
The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.
Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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