Technology Assistant - McGrath Institute Online Learning

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame's McGrath Institute Online Learning seeks a Technology Assistant to support online course operations. This temporary role involves setting up Canvas courses, configuring Zoom links, calendars, and evaluations, and providing basic technical support to facilitators and participants.

The position runs 10–20 hours per week across 6–10 months, with an emphasis on accuracy, timely delivery, and reliable collaboration. Bilingual English-Spanish skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with online learning tools such as Canvas or LMS.
• Familiarity with Panopto or video editing tools is preferred.
• Bilingual English-Spanish is valued.

Responsibilities

• Setting up Canvas for courses, ensuring Zoom links, calendars, and evaluations are created correctly.
• Managing course close-out activities at session end.
• Providing basic technical support for course facilitators and participants.

Skills

Video editing

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Bilingual English-Spanish

Canvas

Hubspot

Panopto

Education

Degree in Online Learning or Theology

Tools

Canvas

Panopto

Hubspot

Job description

Technology Assistant - McGrath Institute Online Learning

• Contract
• Division: VP and Assoc Provst-Faculty Affairs
• Unit: McGrath Institute for Church Life - 28020

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up in courses Canvas, including ensuring that Zoom links, calendars, and evaluations are created, and correct.
• Manages course close-out activities at the end of each session
• Provides basic technical support for course facilitators and participants
• Maintains contact list in Hubspot

Key Context & Scope

• Organizational Context: The McGrath Institute for Church Life partners with Catholic leaders, parishes, and schools to address pastoral challenges through research, education, and formation
• Program Focus (STEP/Online Learning): STEP and Camino provide online, not-credit-bearing, courses in Theology, serving lay leaders, Catholic education professionals, and diaconate formation.
• Position Dynamics: The Technology Assistant supports the daily operations of online courses at the McGrath Institute; the offerings typically involve roughly 20-30 courses operating in each of 5 sessions per year. In thisatemporary role, the workload will likely fluctuate based on the course calendar, offering flexible hours (typically 10–20 hours per week).

Degree Knowledge: Academic background in Online Learning or Theology strongly preferred.

Skills: Ideal candidate will have experience with digital learning tools including Canvas or other LMS, Panopto or other video editing tools, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines. Bilingual English-Spanish.

Accepting Applications: October 6, 2026

This is a Temporary position working 10-20 hours per week for approximately 6-10 months.

The University ofNotreDameseeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover,NotreDameprohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).Westronglyencourageapplicationsfrom candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.