Manager, Extended Reality Job at University of Central Missouri
Special Instructions:
This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Completed UCM online application for employment required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
Working hours:
This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Completed UCM online application for employment required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Bargaining Unit No Work Location Warrensburg Campus Posting Date 12/02/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Purpose
This position provides leadership and technology support for emerging learning technologies and instructional development related to extended reality applications. The individual will work with faculty to guide the production of 2D/3D animation and digital renderings for course content. This position will support and maintain equipment purchased for the Extended Reality studio(s) including AR/VR headsets, computers, and software. This individual is responsible for researching, evaluating, implementing, and testing new and innovative ways of using emerging technologies in the classroom. This position will assist with maintaining and developing new ways to engage our Workforce development partners in the AR/VR related services. This position will support the Extended Reality labs at both UCM campuses in Warrensburg and Lee’s Summit.
Education & Formal Training Bachelor's degree (Specify field(s) of study below) Other Education & Formal Training
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Services, Instructional Technology, or related field.
Computer Skills Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation Experience
- Two (2) or more years experience in digital management required
- Two (2) or more years experience in project management working with vendors and producing deliverables preferred
- Two (2) or more years experience with VR development in an educational setting preferred
- Proficiency Oculus Quest, Microsoft Hololens preferred
- Familiarity with Unity Engine preferred
- Familiarity with EngageVR preferred
Simulation Certification or ability to obtain in 2 years
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Budget-related skills, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills: organization/meeting facilitation/project leadership, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance, Sensory abilities: special vision and/or hearing requirements (specify), Supervisory skills, including motivation, delegation of duties, evaluation, etc, Management and/or administration skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
- Sensory abilities to include ability to excessively wear AR/VR goggles/headsets
- Knowledge and application of best practices in pedagogy and learner-centered teaching strategies in higher education.
- Knowledge and application of AR/VR terminology
- Willingness to travel between campus locations (UCM Warrensburg campus and Missouri Innovation Campus in Lee’s Summit)
Maintain the ability to work evening and/or weekend hours as needed
Ability to Keyboard No keyboarding test required. Special Qualifications: Other Special Qualifications
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