Instructional Technology Specialist

University of South Carolina

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 14,000 - 19,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks an Instructional Technology Specialist to support educational technology within Blackboard and ensure digital content meets accessibility standards. The role emphasizes building accessible course materials and collaborating with the Instructional Design and Technology Team.

The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects, stay current with WCAG/ADA guidelines, and leverage AI tools to develop learning assets for inclusive education across the university.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, information technology, communications, education, or related field.
Experience with digital accessibility remediation and accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508, ADA).
Experience with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard).
Ability to audit and remediates digital course assets and ensure accessibility and copyright compliance.
Strong communication skills, and ability to work with faculty and teams.

Responsibilities

Remediate course content to ensure accessibility and compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508 and ADA.
Audit digital assets (PDFs, slides, images, videos, web content) for accessibility and copyright.
Assist faculty in creating accessible documents and multimedia content.
Collaborate on educational technology projects and course quality initiatives.
Apply Generative AI tools to prototype and develop learning assets.
Stay current with accessibility standards and best practices in higher education.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Digital accessibility

LMS proficiency

Technical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Blackboard Ally

Adobe Creative Cloud

Camtasia

Canva

Microsoft 365

Job description

Instructional Technology Specialist

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Posting Summary

Posting Number: TMP02490PO26
Job Code Title: Instructor/Training Coordinator I
Advertised Title: Instructional Technology Specialist
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management
Department: HRSM College of Hospitality, Retail, and Sports Management
Salary: $16.00 per hour
Location of Vacancy: Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time: Part Time
Hours per Week: 20
Work Schedule: This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week and is performed during the University’s regular operating hours (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Flexible scheduling is available based on departmental needs and the selected candidate’s schedule.
Job Search Category: Other

About USC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

The College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM) seeks a skilled and detail-oriented Digital Learning Specialist to support educational technology initiatives with a focus on course development within the Blackboard Learning Management System and digital accessibility remediation.

Working closely with the Instructional Design and Technology Team, the Digital Learning Specialist ensures that course content and digital assets meet established university and federal accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, ADA) as well as best practices in teaching and learning. The Digital Learning Specialist will play a key role in building, remediating, and enhancing digital learning materials to foster robust, engaging, and inclusive educational experiences for all students.

The ideal candidate works well independently, manages multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrates high technical proficiency, and maintains meticulous attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Accessibility Remediation & Compliance: Build and remediate course content to ensure full compliance with digital accessibility guidelines and legal standards (WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, ADA).
Asset & Content Auditing: Audit existing digital course assets—including PDFs, slide presentations, images, instructional videos, and web content for digital accessibility and copyright compliance.
Faculty Support & Asset Creation: Assist faculty in creating and formatting accessible, copyright-compliant documents, multimedia content, and interactive digital learning objects.
Instructional Technology Projects: Collaborate with the Instructional Design and Technology Team on special projects related to educational technology adoption, course quality assurance, and digital learning initiatives.
Emerging Tech & Generative AI: Utilize Generative AI tools to prototype, streamline, and develop digital learning assets and instructional support materials.
Continuous Professional Learning: Stay current with accessibility standards, instructional technologies, and best practices in higher education digital learning.
Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of and willingness to learn about digital accessibility principles and standards (WCAG, Section 508, ADA).
Strong technical problem-solving skills and proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard).
Experience using Microsoft Office 365 applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects efficiently.
Excellent attention to detail, commitment to quality assurance, and diligence in project completion.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Positive, service-oriented attitude and professional demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior professional experience, or a strong willingness to learn, in instructional design, educational technology, or digital accessibility remediation in a higher education setting.
Experience with accessibility evaluation tools (e.g., Blackboard Ally).
Experience with multimedia creation and editing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Camtasia, Canva, or similar applications).
Experience working with Generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude) for instructional support, content prototyping, and workflow enhancement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, information technology, communications, education, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience).

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 10/26/2026
Proposed End Date: 09/15/2027
Job Open Date: 10/14/2026
Job Close Date: 10/21/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

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