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--- Forwarded Message from "Andrew W. White" <[log in to unmask]> --- >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2001 14:02:49 -0400 >From: "Andrew W. White" <[log in to unmask]> >To: [log in to unmask] >Subject: position at Bates College ------------------ Dear Colleagues: Bates College Information and Library Services seeks applications and nominations for Foreign Language Technology Manager. The Foreign Language Technology Manager collaborates with faculty and students in the Classical/Romance and German/Russian/East Asian Languages and Literatures departments on the evaluation and adoption of digital technologies for teaching and research. Reporting to the Director of Academic Technology Services, the position also manages the Language Resource Center. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree and working knowledge of one or more foreign languages; working knowledge of multimedia development tools and experience with foreign language technology applications; exceptional organization and communication skills along with strong writing and documentation skills; ability to work independently and flexibly in a collaborative environment; teaching experience in technology or language acquisition is desirable. Review of resumes will begin on September 17, 2001 and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a cover letter, resume and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to: FOREIGN LANGUAGE TECHNOLOGY MANAGER SEARCH COMMITTEE BATES COLLEGE HUMAN RESOURCES 215 COLLEGE STREET LEWISTON, ME 04240 Visit our Web Page at http://www.bates.edu Bates College values a diverse college community and seeks to assure equal opportunity through a continuing and effective Affirmative Action program. Thank you for your assistance. A complete job description follows. -Andrew White, Bates College /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/ Andrew W. White Assistant College Librarian & Director of Academic Technology Information and Library Services Bates College Lewiston, Maine 04240 [log in to unmask] | 207.786.6491 \/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ ----------------- Complete Job Description: Position Title: Foreign Language Technology Manager Department: Information and Library Services Exemption Status: Salaried/Exempt Reports to: Director of Academic Technology Services Summary and Scope of Position Supports the foreign language faculty in the integration of curriculum and technology; supports other members of the faculty with similar needs. Manages and oversees the Language Resource Center and satellite classrooms in Hathorn Hall. Actively pursues knowledge of information technology applications in foreign language teaching and research and collaborates with faculty and students on evaluation and integration. Collaborates with department chairs and faculty on planning, delivery and evaluation of Language Resource Center services. Essential Functions 1. Provides technology assistance to foreign language faculty and students through both direct consultation and referrals to ILS services. 2. Guides and provides support for integration of new technologies into the foreign language curriculum. 3. Manages Language Resource Center as primary site for foreign language faculty technology development. 4. Supervises and trains student support staff. 5. Works closely with ILS staff to insure on-going support for projects. 6. Shares expertise and resources with faculty in related disciplines. Additional Functions 1. Coordinate services of Language Resource Center with other ILS facilities. 2. Develops instructional materials for multimedia development applications. 3. Participates in ILS faculty technology instruction program. 4. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required · Undergraduate degree (BA/BS) · Working knowledge of one or more foreign languages · Experience staffing or managing user-centered technology or language labs · Working knowledge of standard multimedia development tools · Experience with foreign language computer applications · Ability to interact with users of varied skill levels and interests · Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team-based environment · Ability to work independently · Strong time and task management skills Desired · Vision of and commitment to the role of technology in foreign language instruction and secondary language acquisition · Teaching experience in foreign languages or literatures · Technology instruction experience · Advanced degree in foreign language or related discipline · Experience managing language technology or media center