Troy University
Administration/Managerment

Senior Educational Technology and Training Administrator

Deadline
Mar 27, 2027
Closing in 180 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 28, 2026

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Senior Educational Technology and Training Administrator

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Posting Details 

Position Information
Posting Number SF2604P
Position Title Senior Educational Technology and Training Administrator
Position Type Professional/Salaried
Department Information Technology - Troy
Division Finance and Administration
Campus Troy Online
Work Status Full-Time (FT)
Temporary No
Location Troy - T01
Job Summary The Senior Systems Administrator serves as an administrator for the University’s Canvas Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring its reliability, security, availability, and optimal performance to support teaching and learning. Assists with the implementation, configuration, integration, testing, and ongoing support of ancillary educational technology systems that interface with the Canvas LMS, including Turnitin Plagiarism Detection, Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor, Respondus 4.0 Test Bank, NetTutor Online Tutoring, Microsoft Teams, Camtasia, Watermarks’ Student Learning and Licensure and other Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) applications and third-party instructional technologies, such as- Pearson and McGraw-Hill. This position provides advanced technical support by troubleshooting and resolving complex Canvas-related issues for faculty, staff, students, and administrators while maintaining a high level of customer service in a fast-paced support environment.

Monitors changes, updates, and emerging trends related to learning management systems and educational technologies and assists with assessing their potential impact on the University’s instructional environment. Provides recommendations, guidance, and training to support the effective adoption and continued use of educational technology systems.

Administers the Canvas Faculty Certification process by enrolling and evaluating new and existing faculty in the Canvas Certification Course. Maintains accurate records of faculty completion and certification to ensure compliance with university requirements and appropriate access to courses within the LMS. Provides additional training, consultation, and individualized support as needed to promote faculty readiness and effective use of instructional technologies. Develops, coordinates, and delivers training sessions, informational presentations, workshops, and professional development opportunities focused on the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and related educational technology tools. Provides training to faculty through scheduled training events, monthly sessions, individual consultations, and other professional development activities. Evaluates training needs and develops resources and instructional materials to address emerging technologies, system changes, and identified areas of need.

This position requires evening and weekend work to provide technical support to end users, perform system maintenance, software upgrades, and emergency troubleshooting. Performs other educational technology, training, support, implementation, and administrative duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree in a related field, OR a minimum of five years of experience working within an educational technology technical support area
2. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
3. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize those tasks effectively
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear technical documentation and knowledge base articles
5. Excellent computer skills
6. Ability to work with diverse individuals of various backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications 1. Master’s degree
2. One to two years of related experience and/or training in faculty training and development
3. Knowledge of higher education instructional technologies, accessibility standards, online learning environments and faculty training
4. Skill in installation, trouble-shooting and maintenance of technology hardware and software systems related to learning management systems (LMS)
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? No
Work Hours In office Monday-Friday, 8-5
some nights and weekends are required.
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No
Posting Date 09/28/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/48582

Reference Letters

Reference Letters
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Last Day a Reference Provider Can Submit Reference
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Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  3. * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
    • Not a current Troy University employee
    • Current part-time Troy employee (including adjunct faculty)
    • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
    • Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees)
  4. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, OR a minimum of five years of experience working within an educational technology technical support area?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Reference 1
  2. Unofficial Transcript 1

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