Lead Educational &Technology Adoption Specialist
Winston-Salem State University
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Job summary
Winston-Salem State University invites applications for a Lead Educational Technology & Adoption Specialist. This onsite role leads the university's strategy for educational technology adoption, training delivery (in-person, hybrid, virtual, and self-paced), and digital literacy initiatives to enhance teaching, learning, and student success.
The position collaborates with academic departments, IT staff, and vendors to implement enterprise educational technologies, promote AI readiness, and drive
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Information Systems, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Education, Communications, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in educational technology, enterprise applications, technology training, application administration, or technology adoption
- An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered
Responsibilities
- Lead the University’s educational technology adoption strategy for faculty, staff, and students.
- Design, develop, coordinate, and deliver instructor-led, hybrid, virtual, and self-paced technology training.
- Develop annual technology training plans, learning pathways, and professional development initiatives.
- Coordinate technology orientations, workshops, webinars, boot camps, and individual consultations.
- Develop digital literacy initiatives that support teaching, learning, student success, and employee productivity.
- Assess training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on user feedback, analytics, and institutional priorities.
- Serve as the University’s lead functional resource for educational technologies including Canvas, Panopto, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, classroom audiovisual systems, collaboration platforms, and related instructional technologies.
- Provide consultation and training on classroom technologies, active learning environments, lecture capture, and hybrid teaching solutions.
- Support faculty in integrating educational technologies that enhance teaching and student engagement.
- Coordinate classroom technology demonstrations, orientations, and best practices.
- Promote accessibility, universal design, and effective technology integration.
- Serve as the functional administrator for assigned educational technology and enterprise applications.
- Coordinate application configuration, user provisioning, testing, documentation, feature releases, and vendor communications.
- Participate in enterprise software implementations, upgrades, pilot programs, and technology evaluations.
- Develop functional requirements, user acceptance testing plans, and adoption strategies for new technology solutions.
- Maintain knowledge base documentation, user guides, standard operating procedures, and support resources.
- Serve as the Office of Information Technology’s lead resource for Artificial Intelligence (AI) training, awareness, and user adoption.
- Develop and facilitate AI literacy programs, promptathons, workshops, innovation challenges, and communities of practice for faculty, staff, and students.
- Create AI training materials, prompt libraries, best practice guides, and responsible AI resources.
- Monitor emerging educational technologies and AI trends, evaluating opportunities that support teaching, learning, student success, research, and administrative operations.
- Develop technology communications including newsletters, release notes, announcements, instructional videos, knowledge articles, and technology awareness campaigns.
- Evaluate relevant emerging technologies that have potential value for teaching and learning.
- Remain current with online learning pedagogy, web conferencing applications, and associated hardware.
- Serve as the liaison between CITI and the Office of Information Technology ( OIT ).
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Education
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Job description
Position Classification Title IT Professional, Instructional Technology
FLSA Exempt
Position Class 89842
Position Overview
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Winston‑Salem State University ( WSSU ) is a distinguished institution that combines academic excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to fostering student success. We are proud to be North Carolina’s only university to earn the distinguished designation of Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications of Higher Education and the American Council on Education ( ACE ). WSSU is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles through rigorous programs in health sciences, business, education, and the humanities. Known for its supportive environment, the university fosters a close-knit community that nurtures both professional and academic excellence.
Situated in Winston-Salem, North Carolina—known as the City of Arts and Innovation, WSSU provides students with opportunities to engage in a dynamic mix of professional, social, and cultural experiences. Winston-Salem is home to thriving arts, healthcare, and technology sectors, offering both students and faculty unique collaboration opportunities and professional development pathways.
With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and dedication to fostering personal and professional growth, Winston‑Salem State University is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.
Find information about our current benefits and retirement options, our holiday schedule, and other discounts and perks at the links below:
The Office of Information Technology ( OIT ) at Winston‑Salem State University ( WSSU ) is seeking a Lead Educational Technology & Adoption Specialist to join the team. The Lead Educational Technology & Adoption Specialist serves as the University’s lead resource for educational technology, enterprise application adoption, technology training, and digital innovation. Working collaboratively with academic departments, administrative offices, Information Technology staff, and technology vendors, this position promotes digital literacy, technology adoption, AI readiness, classroom technology excellence, student success, and operational effectiveness throughout the University.
This position is 100% onsite. In-person work is required.
Responsibilities of the Lead Educational Technology & Adoption Specialist include:
- Lead the University’s educational technology adoption strategy for faculty, staff, and students.
- Design, develop, coordinate, and deliver instructor-led, hybrid, virtual, and self-paced technology training.
- Develop annual technology training plans, learning pathways, and professional development initiatives.
- Coordinate technology orientations, workshops, webinars, boot camps, and individual consultations.
- Develop digital literacy initiatives that support teaching, learning, student success, and employee productivity.
- Assess training effectiveness and recommend improvements based on user feedback, analytics, and institutional priorities.
- Serve as the University’s lead functional resource for educational technologies including Canvas, Panopto, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft 365, classroom audiovisual systems, collaboration platforms, and related instructional technologies.
- Provide consultation and training on classroom technologies, active learning environments, lecture capture, and hybrid teaching solutions.
- Support faculty in integrating educational technologies that enhance teaching and student engagement.
- Coordinate classroom technology demonstrations, orientations, and best practices.
- Promote accessibility, universal design, and effective technology integration.
- Serve as the functional administrator for assigned educational technology and enterprise applications.
- Coordinate application configuration, user provisioning, testing, documentation, feature releases, and vendor communications.
- Participate in enterprise software implementations, upgrades, pilot programs, and technology evaluations.
- Develop functional requirements, user acceptance testing plans, and adoption strategies for new technology solutions.
- Maintain knowledge base documentation, user guides, standard operating procedures, and support resources.
- Serve as the Office of Information Technology’s lead resource for Artificial Intelligence (AI) training, awareness, and user adoption.
- Develop and facilitate AI literacy programs, promptathons, workshops, innovation challenges, and communities of practice for faculty, staff, and students.
- Create AI training materials, prompt libraries, best practice guides, and responsible AI resources.
- Monitor emerging educational technologies and AI trends, evaluating opportunities that support teaching, learning, student success, research, and administrative operations.
- Develop technology communications including newsletters, release notes, announcements, instructional videos, knowledge articles, and technology awareness campaigns.
- Evaluate relevant emerging technologies that have potential value for teaching and learning.
- Remain current with online learning pedagogy, web conferencing applications, and associated hardware.
- Serve as the liaison between CITI and the Office of Information Technology ( OIT ).
Position Information
Position Number
Position Number 001142
Working Position Title
Working Position Title Lead Educational &Technology Adoption Specialist
Building and Room No.
Elva Jones Computer Science Building, Suite 1111 This position is 100% onsite. In-person work is required.
Appointment Type
Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited.
If Time Limited. No
Appointment Length. 12
Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies Not Mandatory
Normal Work Schedule
Department Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Information Systems, Instructional Design, Computer Science, Education, Communications, Business Administration, or a related discipline
- Four years of progressively responsible experience in educational technology, enterprise applications, technology training, application administration, or technology adoption.
An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
Preferred qualifications include:
- Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Systems, Higher Education, or related field.
- Experience supporting enterprise educational technologies in higher education, implementing enterprise software solutions, and managing technology adoption initiatives.
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365, Panopto, Adobe Creative Cloud, Zoom, and classroom audiovisual technologies.
- Experience developing online learning resources and multimedia training materials.
- Experience leading cross-functional technology projects.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
- Ability to design, develop, and deliver engaging technology training for diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of Learning Management Systems, classroom technologies, collaboration platforms, and enterprise productivity applications.
- Demonstrated understanding of generative AI technologies, prompt engineering, and responsible AI practices.
- Strong presentation, facilitation, communication, and public speaking skills.
- Experience developing technical documentation, knowledge bases, instructional videos, and technology communications.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technology adoption without direct supervisory authority.
- Ability to establish collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and technical teams.
- Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions aligned with institutional goals.
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver's License
Valid US Driver's License No
Commercial Driver's License Required
Commercial Driver's License Required No
Physical Required
Physical Required No
List any other medical/drug tests required
Internal Posting Only
Internal Posting Only No
Time Limited Position
Time Limited Position No
Salary Commensurate with education and experience
Open Date
Open Date 08/11/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
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