New River Community College is hiring a part-time Innovation Specialist. The role involves researching, piloting, and implementing new educational technologies and instructional strategies, consulting with faculty, delivering training, and collaborating with multiple departments to support innovative teaching methods and align projects with strategic goals.
Highlights
Research and recommend new educational technologies and pedagogical models including AI, Extended Reality, and adaptive learning.
Lead pilot programs from testing to campus-wide implementation or discontinuation.
Consult with faculty and academic departments on innovative teaching strategies and tools.
Design and deliver professional development programs, workshops, and one-on-one coaching on technology use.
Create online tutorials, guides, videos, and documentation for educational technology resources.
Collaborate with Center for Teaching Learning and Professional Development, Instructional Designer, Instructional Technology, and Library Services.
Align technology innovation projects with college strategic goals including student retention and completion.
Collect and analyze data on technology effectiveness and prepare evaluation reports.
Requires 2 years of relevant experience in education or innovation roles, experience with Canvas LMS, and skills in UDL principles and WCAG 2.1 accessibility.
The position pays $25 per hour and supports the college’s mission to serve regional educational and workforce needs.
Innovation Specialist (Part-Time) Full Description
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Innovation Specialist (Part-Time) Role Title | Administrative and Office Specialist II Role Code | 19012-SW FLSA | Nonexempt Pay Band | Position Number | 275W0213 Agency | New River Community College Division | New River Community College (Div) Work Location | Pulaski - 155 Hiring Range | $25 per hour Emergency/Essential Personnel | No EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional Full Time or Part Time | Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | Work Schedule | Monday-Friday Sensitive Position | No Job Description | New River Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under a state-wide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia with an instructional site in Christiansburg. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 4,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College embrace the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
Duties:Research & Evaluation: Research, evaluate, and recommend new and emerging educational technologies, instructional materials, and innovative pedagogical models (e.g., Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, Extended Reality (XR), andragogy, adaptive learning, micro-credentials). Pilot & Implement: Lead and manage pilot programs for new technologies and instructional strategies, overseeing the full lifecycle from testing and evaluation to successful campus-wide deployment or discontinuation. Consulting: Consult with faculty and academic departments on innovative teaching strategies and tools. Training & Workshops: Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive professional development programs, workshops, and one-on-one coaching for faculty and staff on innovative teaching methods and technology use. Content Creation: Develop and maintain high-quality, engaging support resources, including online tutorials, guides, videos, and documentation for educational technology tools and best practices. Collaboration: Collaborate with Center for Teaching Learning and Professional Development (CTLPD), Instructional Designer (ID), Instructional Technology (IT), Library Services, and other departments to ensure seamless integration, functionality, and support for all instructional technology solutions. Strategic Alignment: Work with the ID and Dean of IS& I to align technology-driven innovation projects with the college’s strategic goals, including those related to student retention, and completion rates. Assessment: Collect and analyze data on the effectiveness of new technologies and instructional innovations, preparing reports and recommendations. Awareness: Remain informed about national and regional developments in higher education technology, community college initiatives, and evolving workforce development requirements. Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications | The Innovation Specialist is responsible for fostering a culture of innovation across the college by researching, implementing, and supporting new technologies and pedagogical approaches that enhance teaching and learning. This role requires an onsite presence at the Dublin Campus and involves close collaboration with the instructional designer, faculty, and staff to integrate emerging trends into the curriculum and operations, ensuring the college remains relevant and effective in preparing students for the future workforce.
2 years of experience working in education, learning design, or a related innovation role, preferably in a higher education setting. Demonstrated experience with a Learning Management System (LMS) such as Canvas. Proven ability to conduct technology training and professional development for adult learners. Skilled in online learning, UDL principles, and WCAG 2.1 accessibility. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team. A collaborative and service-oriented mindset, with a passion for student success. Additional Considerations | Experience in project management, leading technical or educational projects. Experience with emerging technologies (e.g., virtual reality, augmented reality, AI tools, simulation technologies). Exceptional communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills. Creative problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial approach to identifying opportunities for improvement. Operation of a State Vehicle | No Supervises Employees | No Required Travel | As needed
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_2910P Recruitment Type | General Public - G Number of Vacancies | 1 Position End Date (if temporary) | Job Open Date | 12/11/2025 Job Close Date | 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled | Yes Agency Website | https://www.nr.edu/jobs/ Contact Name | Stacie Whitlock Email | swhitlock@nr.edu Phone Number | 540-674-3635 Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 Additional Information | Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/91295
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