Director, Center for Academic Innovation

Montana Tech

  • Butte, MT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Director, Center for Academic Innovation
Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.Applications received by July 22, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.Montana Technological University invites applications for a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as the Director of the Center for Academic Innovation. This is a rare opportunity to shape a campus-wide hub dedicated to advancing excellence in teaching and learning at Montana’s only Special Focus Institution in STEM and health sciences.At Montana Tech, we are committed to providing transformational, hands-on, and experiential learning opportunities. Our faculty, staff, and students are creative, forward-thinking, and innovative—and thrive in a community grounded in collaboration, respect, and shared purpose.Duties:The Director will lead the Center for Academic Innovation at Montana Technological University and play a central role in advancing teaching and learning excellence across the institution.Key responsibilities include developing and coordinating a Network for Teaching and Learning, supporting and expanding online and technology-enhanced instruction, collaborating with campus partners to ensure ADA compliance, overseeing New Faculty Orientation, and designing a comprehensive portfolio of faculty development programs. Additional duties may be assigned to support institutional priorities.Required Qualifications:
  • Education: Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in instructional design or a closely related field, preferably in higher education.
  • Familiarity with LMS: Strong working knowledge of Canvas and other instructional tools (e.g., Zoom, Panopto).
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in multimedia design software and general productivity applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in a STEM educational environment is preferred.
Review of applications will begin July 22, 2025.
The anticipated start date is August 1, 2025.For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Please include:
  • Cover letter addressing qualifications,
  • Resume
  • Contact information for 3 professional references.
For full consideration application materials must be complete.Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.Montana Tech 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 (as defined in state and federal law), 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.To claim veteran's preference please complete the located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.eduWhy Work at Tech?Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:
  • 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.
Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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