MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: DIRECTOR COMPUTER LAB & INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES

GRADE: 16

JOB CODE: 0564

FLSA: EXEMPT

Job Summary

Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates instructional support services to students, employees and faculty to enhance their learning experience. Assists in staff development and training on educational applications of technology.

Scope

This position works in information technology. Work contacts include administrators, faculty, staff and students. Equipment used includes standard office equipment and a variety of computer hardware and software.

Supervision Received

This position reports to an assigned administrator. Operates under broad direction. Receives general direction regarding routine and standard matters; specific instructions regarding non‑routine and sensitive matters.

Supervision Exercised

Depending on location/department, may supervise the positions of Network Technician, Information Services Computer Technician, Administrative Secretary and/or other assigned staff. Provides consultative direction and training to users of instructional media equipment.

Representative Duties

Plans, develops and evaluates the initiatives related to the Computer Commons; provides leadership and management of the Computer Commons; advises faculty/staff on development and implementation of new instructional applications, programs and services; conducts individual and in‑service training related to the use of instructional technology applications; actively supports the faculty resource area; recommends and manages operational and capital budgets in area of responsibility; assists college with planning for instructional media needs and opportunities; advises and serves on appropriate committees; manages inventory and distribution of equipment and software; performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: instructional design and integration of instructional technology in the learning process; computer related hardware and software for educational applications; current trends in instructional technology/media services; instructional support services; supervisory techniques; budget preparation; staff development; program administration.

Ability to: plan, direct and evaluate instructional technology/media applications in the learning process; coordinates activities with faculty, staff and other interested parties; develop and deliver individual and group training sessions; plan for future applications of instructional technology/media equipment and software; organize office procedures and maintain accurate records and documentation; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties.

Training and Experience

Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. An example of this would be a college degree in instructional technology, business, education, instructional support services or related field and/or experience in instructional technology related services, or related fields with teaching or training experience.

Special Conditions of Employment

Working Conditions

Positions in this class may require prolonged monitor viewing.

This class specification is intended to indicate the basic nature of all positions allocated to the class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all of the possible duties that may be assigned.