Assistant Director, Center Academic Innovation

Assistant Director, Center for Academic Innovation

Full-Time

Academic Affairs

Applications received by December 1, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

The incumbent will oversee the creation of the Center for Academic Innovation at Montana Technological University and will develop and implement the center’s services and programming, focusing specifically on instructional design, classroom technology, distance education, and faculty professional development in consultation with the Director of the Center for Academic Innovation.

• A master’s degree in a relevant field, such as postsecondary education, adult learning, curriculum and instruction, instructional design, educational leadership, or organizational development.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in research-based best practices for teaching, learning, and assessment in face-to-face, hybrid, and online courses.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and delivery of professional development for faculty employing all instructional modalities.
• Experience with in-person/online course and program evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative fashion with all areas of the campus community to serve the needs of a diverse population of learners.
• Examples of specific, impactful initiatives that illustrate improved learning outcomes for students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Accreditation experience related to assessment of teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of accessibility issues and their relevance to learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated familiarity with co-requisite course designs and applications.

Some classroom/office locations are not accessible by elevator or ramp. Incumbent must be able to negotiate stairs several times per day.

• Cover letter addressing qualifications
• Resume
• Contact information for three professional references

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Technological University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference.

In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.