Online Course Administration Specialist

Concordia University, Wisconsin; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Concordia University Wisconsin is seeking an Online Course Administration Specialist (CAS) to support the Instructional Design team within the Center for Learning and Teaching (CELT). This part-time, hybrid role focuses on updating Canvas courses and applying formatting standards across projects.

The CAS works independently, manages multiple courses, and meets project timelines. Strong attention to detail, writing and verbal communication skills, and experience with LMS technology are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with technology and web-based applications, including LMS.
• Experience in higher education or online learning preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, work independently, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Update online course components in Canvas and organize content.
• Follow procedures and priorities to complete work accurately and consistently.
• Meet project timelines and assist with course maintenance and other duties as assigned.
• Work independently and manage a large volume of work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Written communication

Verbal communication

LMS experience

Education

LMS experience

Higher education experience

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Concordia University is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.

Position Summary

The Online Course Administration Specialist (CAS) provides technical support to the Instructional Design team within the Center for Learning and Teaching (CELT). The role will be responsible for updating specific technical aspects of the University's online courses as part of a course development project.

This part-time role requires strong attention to detail, comfort working in the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), and the ability to work efficiently and accurately across multiple courses. The project-based work also requires the ability to work independently and manage responsibilities within established timelines.

This is a part-time, ongoing role with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. While the initial work will focus on a specific course development project, the role will continue beyond the completion of the project and may include additional course production work.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Update designated technical components of online courses in Canvas, including organizing existing content within the established course structure and applying approved formatting and layout standards.
• Work systematically through assigned courses and programs, following established procedures and project priorities to ensure work is completed accurately and consistently.
• Complete assigned work within established project timelines and assist with other duties related to course maintenance as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures, work independently, and manage a large volume of work while meeting project deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Education & Experience

• Experience working with technology, web-based applications, and/or learning management systems. Experience with Canvas is preferred, but training will be provided for candidates with experience using other learning management systems.
• Experience working in a higher education or online learning environment preferred.

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Compensation & Benefits

This is a part-time, staff, non-exempt position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Tuition benefits are available for employees; however, there are no other benefits associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.

The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.

Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 72 undergraduate majors, over 35 masters degree programs, and 5 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.