Coordinator or Classroom Support Services/Senior Electrical Engineer (Fort Collins, CO)

Position Description:
Coordinator of Classroom Support Services/Senior ElectricalEngineer

Organization: The Office of Instructional Services (OIS) atColorado State University is a professionally-staffed University-wideorganization responsible for providing solutions to instructional andother information transfer problems and professional developmentservices for all faculty, staff, and graduate teaching/researchassistants in support of the University’s general mission ofteaching, research, and service. OIS includes direct classroom support,distance education technology, video production, computer-basedgraphics, instructional design, multimedia development, andphotography, with a staff of 35 full-time professionals andapproximately 20 student employees. For more information, go to www.ois.colostate.edu

Position: As Coordinator of Classroom Support Services/SeniorElectrical Engineer, the person in this position functions in twocrucial capacities. First, the position functions as the primarytechnical engineer and principal consultant involved in design of allinstructional technology development and delivery systems,technology-supported (SMART) classrooms, and distance educationsupport, and acts as the campus-wide leader in analog andstate-of-the-art digital video systems including MPEG compression andDVD authoring systems, broadband distribution, IP-based interactivevideo systems (H.323) and ISDN video conferencing, microwave ITFS(including traditional FM) and modern mobile PCS systems. Second, theposition functions as the manager of Classroom Support Services (CSS)and its subsidiary units (Classroom Equipment Services, Classroom MediaServices, and Classroom Technical Services), which provides directsupport to all campus instructional activities through student andprofessional staff, instructional technology capabilities andtraditional means of audiovisual support. Related to both capacities,this person is involved in a variety of teams and committees working tobuild the instructional technology infrastructure of the University.The position works with faculty, staff, and other OIS managers toenhance the essential service function of the unit.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. As the University’s primary video and instructionaltechnology/distance education technology engineer, consults with allcampus departments regarding equipment needs and analyzes and/ordesigns instructional technology proposals for resident instructionsupport and distance education applications.

2. Works with other OIS unit coordinators to ensure appropriatetechnical support is in place for Graphic Services, InstructionalDesign & Technology, Photographic Services, Video ProductionServices, and the technology-supported distance education (CSUN)program. Coordinates with the OIS Network Manager to ensure standardscompliance in the development of unit-wide digital storage andoperating systems for video servers, video operations and archiving.Works cooperatively with Academic Computing & Networking Services(ACNS), University Libraries, and other University organizations toestablish University information and instructional technology standardsand ensure OIS compliance with those standards.

3. With the Director and Associate Director of OIS, is integrallyinvolved in all instructional and media facility strategic planning.Provides project leadership, design and coordination with UniversityFacilities Management, Telecommunications, and ACNS to ensure timelyand proper completion of campus construction and improvementprojects.

4. Fosters positive relationships with other University planners andfaculty in support of information and instructional technologydevelopment. Participates in state/regional-wide planning initiativesrelated to technology issues in digital video distribution and emergingtechnologies.

5. Plays a major leadership and hands-on role in the design,development and construction of technology-supported classrooms.Incorporates faculty input, information from a variety of professionalsources as a part of this process. The position works closely withvendors, the Purchasing Department, and installers as appropriate.Oversees faculty training in the use of SMART classrooms.

6. Supervises 10 professional staff and approximately 6 hourlyemployees. Writes position descriptions, coordinates work schedules andresponsibilities with leadworkers, conducts annual performanceevaluations, and with the Director is responsible for hiring anddisciplinary procedures of CSS.

7. Establishes procedures to support the missions of ClassroomEquipment Services, Classroom Media Services, and Classroom TechnicalServices. Interacts with faculty clients. Meets regularly withleadworkers and staff to address and respond to faculty’sclassroom concerns.

8. Serves as a member of and technical advisor to the Classroom ReviewBoard which provides oversight of over 150 general assignmentclassrooms.

9. Other duties as assigned.

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related areawith a minimum of 5 years directly related experience with strongsystem design. Must have documented experience in the management ofinstructional technology facilities and staff, with demonstratedcapability of working closely and effectively with faculty and othermanagers. Good communication skills are essential. A qualifiedcandidate with advanced degree(s) is desirable. Comparable documentedextended experience, particularly in a higher education environmentwill be evaluated and considered in lieu of an advanced degree.

This is an Administrative-Professional position, which reports tothe Director, Office of Instructional Services. The minimum salary is$75,000 plus benefits, and is negotiable depending upon experience.

Application materials should include (1) a letter documenting thestated qualifications and how your background relates to the duties andresponsibilities (2) a complete resume, and (3) the names and contactinformation for three references. Your letter and resume must includerelated employment timeline information. Applications and nominationswill be considered until the position is filled, however applicantsshould submit applications by December 16, 2002 for fullconsideration.

Inquiries and applications are to be submitted to:

Larry Preuss, Search Committe Chair
Office of Instructional Services
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80521-2023
970-491-1325

Electronic submissions are welcome, and should be sent to: LPreuss@ColoState.edu

Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmativeaction employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws,regulations and executive orders regarding affirmative actionrequirements in all programs. The Office of Equal Opportunity islocated in 101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado StateUniversity in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnicminorities, women and other protected class members are encouraged toapply and so identify themselves.