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Eastern New Mexico University

Distance Learning Director

Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, New Mexico, United States, 88130


Salary:

Depends on Qualifications

Location :

Main Campus - Portales, NM

Job Type:

Full time permanent

Job Number:

2024-00188

Department:

Academic Affairs

Opening Date:

09/24/2024

Position Overview

Position SummaryUnder limited supervision of the Provost and VP of Academic Affairs, provide administrative oversight, management and coordination of the distance learning and outreach activities of the University.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:Direct and coordinate the creation, implementation and monitoring of a responsive distance learning plan that fosters student successCollaborate with Communication Services to ensure that all web and print information about Distance Learning programs is current, complete and accurate.Collaborate with deans and faculty to support current distance learning programs and develop and market new programsAssure and maintain support for online course development and faculty use of distance learning technologiesArrange a coordinated schedule of professional training opportunities for faculty, staff, and resource faculty and maintain an accessible online repository for faculty trainingCoordinate with other support services to support online faculty and studentsWork with the state agencies, area high schools and academic programs to promote and support the dual credit programActively seek and share knowledge of new developments and research in distance learning, including technologies, media and devices that can be leveraged for distance learningEnsure compliance and reporting with Federal and State Laws, accreditation requirements, as well as regulations and institutional policies and procedures related to distance education and the dual credit programRespond to common inquiries or complaints from students, faculty, staff, regulatory agencies, or members of the business communityDirect and coordinate the non-credit activities of the Distance Learning officeInterview, select, supervise, and evaluate staffEngage in effective budget and resource planning, development and implementation for the Distance Learning office and activities.Cooperate with, and serve as liaison with, vendors and partners associated with distance learning, to include courseware and learning management systems.Compile, manage, and keep current all program and evaluation data associated with distance, dual enrollment, and outreach programs and initiatives.Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; evaluate recruitment success; enhance the regional, national and international reputation of the University through marketing and recruitment efforts.Perform other duties as assigned by the VP for Academic AffairsMinimum Job Requirements:Master's degree and five years of experience in delivery of online education or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of best practices in online/distance education including educational technology, instructional pedagogy, student support services, and professional standards and trendsKnowledge of applicable state and federal regulations and accreditation standards related to online/distance educationProject management and prioritization skills and the ability to resolve complex problems and issuesAbility to make effective administrative/procedural decisions and recommendationsAbility to use independent judgment and to manage confidential informationAbility to analyze processes and make recommendations for improvementsAbility to gather, analyze, and compile data, and prepare and present reportsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse communityInvestigative and problem-solving skillsAnalytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skillsStrong leadership skillsProfessionalism and self-direction within the context of complex initiatives with multiple stakeholdersWorking Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions:

Work is performed during normal work hours but may require evening and weekend hours to meet set deadlinesWork is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objectsEssential Functions: (As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, job knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.)Additional Information

Application Review Date: Open Until FilledCondition of Employment:

Must pass a pre-employment background check.Electronic Application Instructions:

Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:Required Documents:Please ensure that you attach all required documents even if you have applied for other positions at ENMU as the committee does not have access to those records.Letter of interestResumeContact information for three references (Blind reference calls may be made on applicants who become a finalist for the position)Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)ENMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer.

Eastern New Mexico University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in its programs, activities, or employment. People seeking additional information about the University's non-discrimination policy should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at (575) 562-2581. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 562-2115. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities, employment and admission, and the University is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discriminate in such a manner. For more information regarding Title IX please click New Mexico is an open records state, therefore ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Requests for records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail

Insurance

Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University is offered through the High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

Health insurance

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Retirement

Eastern New Mexico University participates with the , , and

The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b plans are available through , , and 475b plans are offered through

Paid Time Off

Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month. Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave. Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees. Temporary employees do not accrue leave.

Employee Educational Assistance Plan

Eastern New Mexico University offers a tuition waiver for regular employees and retirees. This program waives the tuition for one course (up to four credit hours) per semester. Employees' spouses may be eligible to use the tuition waiver during any semester that it is not being used by the employee.

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