Manager, Extended Reality
- Employer
- University of Central Missouri
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Dec 2, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Education Administration & Leadership, Instructional Technology & Design, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Instructional Technology & Design (Campus), Business & Administrative Affairs, Computer Services & Information Technology, Technology Administration/Other
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Position Information
Position Information
Position Title
Manager, Extended Reality
Working Title
Manager, Extended Reality
Department
202110-Digital Learning and Instructional Innovation
Pay Rate
$4,375.00/month
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Position Number
999103
Classification
CJS14
Special Instructions to Applicants:
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:
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, or related field.
Computer Skills
Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation
Experience
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position:
Police background check, Criminal History check, Driver's license
Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements
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
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Lifting (weight) - 10 lbs
Other Physical & Environmental Factors
Lifting weight
Special Working Conditions:
Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions
Other Special Working Conditions
Maintain the ability to work evening and/or weekend hours as needed
Ability to Keyboard
No keyboarding test required.
Special Qualifications:
Other Special Qualifications
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title
Manager, Extended Reality
Working Title
Manager, Extended Reality
Department
202110-Digital Learning and Instructional Innovation
Pay Rate
$4,375.00/month
FTE
1.0
FLSA
Exempt
Position Number
999103
Classification
CJS14
Special Instructions to Applicants:
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:
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, or related field.
Computer Skills
Word-Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation
Experience
- Two (2) or more years experience with VR development in an educational setting required
- Proficiency Oculus Quest, Microsoft Hololens VR Development
- Familiarity with Unity Engine preferred
- Familiarity with EngageVR preferred
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position:
Police background check, Criminal History check, Driver's license
Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements
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)
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Lifting (weight) - 10 lbs
Other Physical & Environmental Factors
Lifting weight
Special Working Conditions:
Travel required, Irregular work hours, Professional appearance, Work in stressful conditions
Other Special Working Conditions
Maintain the ability to work evening and/or weekend hours as needed
Ability to Keyboard
No keyboarding test required.
Special Qualifications:
Other Special Qualifications
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * International students on an F1or J1 Visa are not eligible
for this position due to Visa regulations. Are you a UCM student on
an F1 or J1 Visa?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you understand that the university requires a background
check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected
candidate is contingent upon the results of this check?
- Yes
- No
- * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to
acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Company
The University of Central Missouri is an innovative school that offers a high-quality education while remaining one of the most affordable universities in the country.
The University of Central Missouri believes its responsibility is to enrich each student’s perspective through a cumulative experience that starts with academic rigor and integrates applied learning and servant-leadership opportunities. Our model of continuous learning allows each student to find and fulfill his or her own sense of purpose. By engaging students with multiple sources of learning and creating a dynamic environment that encourages individuals to find their passions and reach beyond themselves, UCM prepares students by giving them knowledge and experiences that broaden and deepen their education so they may flourish in a world of accelerated change.
The University of Central Missouri has two campus locations, a site office at Whiteman Air Force Base and an online presence. Both UCM campuses are centrally located in Missouri, which means you're close to just about everything.
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