Montana Tech
Assistant Director, Center for Academic Innovation
Montana Tech, Billings Metropolitan Area, Montana, United States
Assistant Director, Center for Academic Innovation
Full-Time
Academic Affairs
Application Deadline 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.
Duties 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.
Required Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Physical Demands Some classroom/office locations are not accessible by elevator or ramp. Incumbent must be able to negotiate stairs several times per day.
Application Materials
Cover letter addressing qualifications
Resume
Contact information for three professional references
Other Information 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.
Benefits
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.
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Academic Affairs
Application Deadline 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.
Duties 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.
Required Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Physical Demands Some classroom/office locations are not accessible by elevator or ramp. Incumbent must be able to negotiate stairs several times per day.
Application Materials
Cover letter addressing qualifications
Resume
Contact information for three professional references
Other Information 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.
Benefits
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.
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