Instructional Technology Specialist - temporary

University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM) seeks a Digital Learning Specialist to support educational technology initiatives with a focus on course development within Blackboard and accessibility remediation.

This role collaborates with the Instructional Design and Technology Team to ensure content meets WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, and ADA standards, while building engaging, inclusive digital learning materials.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of 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.

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.

Skills

Digital accessibility knowledge

Project management

Strong communication

Independent work

Tech troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, information technology, communications, education, or related field

Tools

Blackboard

Adobe Creative Cloud

Camtasia

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Link to Job Description for Instructional Technology Specialist Temporary, Part-Time https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214173

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).

Company Description

The University of South Carolina College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management (HRSM) is a comprehensive academic community focused on hospitality, tourism, retail, sport, and entertainment management. With more than 2,900 students, 100 award-winning faculty and staff, and over 25,000 alumni worldwide, the college offers a dynamic environment for learning and innovation. HRSM provides a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs supported by specialized departments, centers, and institutes that advance research and industry partnerships. The college emphasizes global connectivity, economic impact, and enriching people’s lives through experiences in service-oriented industries. For more information, visit sc.edu/hrsm.