Emerging Technology Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $52,707.00 - $70,896.00 Annually
Location : DRAKE - 3421 Meridian Street, North, Huntsville, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 08539
College/Division: DRAKE-400010-Academic Administration
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 5:30 PM Central
Campus Location: Drake State Community & Technical College
Position Summary
The Instructional Technology Coordinator provides strategic leadership for the effective use of instructional technology to enhance teaching, learning, faculty development, student engagement, and academic success. The Coordinator leads the planning, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of instructional technology systems and services, including the College's learning management system (LMS), DegreeWorks, instructional technology tools, online and hybrid learning environments, and emerging technologies and programs.
The Instructional Technology Coordinator serves as a key partner to faculty, academic leaders, Information Technology, Student Services, and other campus stakeholders to ensure technology is intentionally integrated into instruction and aligned with institutional priorities, student success goals, accreditation expectations, and workforce needs.
(Continuation of position is contingent upon grant funding)
Salary: Appropriate placement on the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees
Salary Schedule E1, Grade 02
Salary Range $52,707 - $70,896 (12 month, Exempt)
Salary step placement is based on experience per Drake State's practice for awarding salary step credits.
Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Thursday and 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Instructional Technology Coordinator shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook.
Instructional Technology Leadership

• Provide vision and strategic leadership for the College's instructional technology initiatives.
• Develop and implement an instructional technology strategic plan aligned with the College's strategic priorities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools that improve teaching, learning, student engagement, and retention.
• Promote innovative, evidence-based approaches to technology-enhanced instruction.
• Support the effective integration of artificial intelligence, educational technology, and digital learning tools into curriculum and instruction.
• Establish standards and best practices for instructional technology use across academic programs.

Learning Management System and Digital Learning

• Provide leadership for the administration, implementation, and continuous improvement of the College's LMS and DegreeWork
• Coordinate LMS training, support, quality assurance, and faculty adoption.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors to address system functionality, integrations, security, accessibility, and reliability.
• Support the development of high-quality online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced courses and programs.
• Develop and maintain standards for course organization, navigation, accessibility, and instructional design.
• Monitor emerging trends in online and digital education and recommend improvements.

Faculty Development and Support

• Develop and deliver professional development opportunities that strengthen faculty members' effective use of instructional technology.
• Develop and facilitate workshops, training sessions, tutorials, communities of practice, and individualized consultations.
• Partner with faculty to integrate technology into instruction in meaningful ways rather than technology use for its own sake.
• Support faculty in using data, digital tools, multimedia, AI, and other technologies to improve student learning.
• Develop resources and training material to increase faculty confidence and digital fluency.

Instructional Design and Course Quality

• Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to design, develop, revise and evaluate online, hybrid, blended, and traditional courses.
• Promote research-based instructional design practices and student-centered learning.
• Support the development and review of online and hybrid courses for quality, accessibility, and alignment with learning outcomes.
• Assist faculty with developing engaging digital content, assessments, multimedia resources, and interactive learning experiences.
• Ensure that course design support accessibility and universal design principles.

Artificial Intelligence and Innovation

• Provide leadership in the responsible and effective integration of generative AI and emerging technologies into teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to develop appropriate guidelines and professional development related to AI.
• Identify opportunities to use AI to improve instructional effectiveness, student engagement, academic support, and operational efficiency.
• Promote ethical, responsible, equitable, and academically appropriate use of emerging technologies.
• Monitor developments in instructional technology and make recommendations for institutional innovation.

Student Success and Digital Learning Experience

• Collaborate with Student Services and academic departments to identify technology barriers affecting student success.
• Promote an accessible, user-friendly digital learning experience for students.
• Support initiatives designed to improve student engagement, persistence, completion, and learning outcomes.
• Use data and feedback to identify opportunities for improving technology-supported learning.
• Help ensure students have the digital skills and resources needed to succeed in online and technology-enhanced courses.

Assessment, Accreditation, and Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership in assessing the effectiveness of instructional technology initiatives.
• Establish measurable outcomes and key performance indicators for instructional technology services.
• Collect and analyze data related to technology adoption, faculty engagement, student success, and course quality.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and evidence supporting institutional effectiveness and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in institutional planning, assessment, program review, and continuous improvement activities.
• Works collaboratively with the President's Cabinet, Dean of Instruction Associate Dean of Instruction, department chairs, faculty, IT, Student Services, Institutional Effectiveness, and external technology partners.
• Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction and/or President

Collaboration and Partnerships

• Work closely with IT to ensure instructional technology systems support academic needs.
• Collaborate with academic deans, department chairs, faculty, Student Services, Institutional Effectiveness, and other campus units.
• Establish relationships with technology vendors, professional organizations, and peer institutions.
• Represent the College at professional conferences, meetings, and technology-related initiatives as appropriate.
• Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction and/or President.

Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in instructional technology, educational technology, instructional design, education, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in instructional technology, instructional design, online learning, educational technology, or a related area.
• Demonstrated knowledge of learning management systems and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Experience with Quality Matters or another recognized online course quality framework.
• Demonstrated experience in the effective use of instructional technology.
• Strong understanding of instructional design, online/hybrid learning, accessibility, and student-centered teaching practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a community college or higher education environment.
• Experience administering or supporting an LMS.
• Experience leading institutional technology initiatives.
• Experience with AI, generative AI, learning analytics, or emerging educational technologies.
• Experience with faculty professional development and instructional coaching.
• Knowledge of accreditation expectations related to distance education, instructional quality, assessment, and student learning.

DESIRED PROFILE:
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

• Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community and technical college
• Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
• Commitment to teaching and learning, where recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved

Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An on-line application
• Current resume
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Background Check Requirement
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits.
All applicants must have an on-line and completed application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake State compiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the website by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the "About Drake State" tab and then selecting the "Campus Security Report" link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave b