Language Technology Specialist Position at Pomona College

Pomona College and the Oldenborg Center seek a Language Technology Specialist who will supply academic technological support and lead the integration of such technology into the teaching of foreign languages (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish), preferably also teaching one lower-level course of such foreign language each year. Primary responsibilities include: managing the state-of-the-art Foreign Language Resource Center (FLRC) including budget, acquisitions, and student staff; support and train Oldenborg Center Language Residents in conversation class project development;  support and guide language faculty in adopting innovative and engaging technology in the foreign language classroom; provide language faculty with vital data access and audio/multimedia delivery services, copyright permissions and advice; contribute to language faculty development by providing occasional workshops in emerging technologies including multi-media development;  coordinate and collaborate with the instructional technology group (ITG) on campus.  The Oldenborg Center promotes the teaching and learning of foreign languages and cultures on campus via a number of curricular and co-curricular programs; the FLRC specifically promotes the use of academic technology so that the foreign language classroom remains a site of innovation and learning for students and their faculty.  This position reports to the Oldenborg Center Director.  Preferred start date: July 1st.           

Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Regular, full-time, 12-month position

Required:  M.A. in a foreign language, literature, linguistics, education, educational technology, or related field.  Native or near-native fluency in English and one other language.  Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative programs and instruction; strong instructional technology experience; experience in academic administration; excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience working with a wide range and diverse group of faculty, students, and staff. Experience with budgeting, planning and scheduling; successful supervisory experience; well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills.
Desired: One to three years of similar experience in an academic or nonprofit area. Experience teaching foreign languages in higher education. Familiarity with instructional technology within networked environments, digital media, web-based instruction, and basic issues concerning intellectual property, copyright, and publishing; strong computing and technical skills. Ability to envision the use of a wide range of media and technologies in concert to their fullest potential for increased instructional effectiveness. Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.

Please submit applications, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to:  Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 550 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA 91711.  Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs@pomona.edu <mailto:staffjobs@pomona.edu>  or by fax (909) 607-1726.  To learn more, please visit: http://flrc.pomona.edu/ and http://oldenborg.pomona.edu.