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ACCESS Technology Program Manager - 527494

Job no: 527494
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Information Systems/Technology Support

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)

Department/Organization: 209312 - ACCESS

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The ACCESS Technology Program Manager leads statewide technology support for Alabama’s ACCESS K-12 virtual learning program, serving 30,000+ students across 1,600 schools. Oversees multi-tiered technical support systems, data architecture, and analytics platforms to drive performance insights and strategic decisions. Directs innovation initiatives, ensuring accessibility, cybersecurity, and instructional alignment in the K-12 virtual learning environment. Designs and evaluates professional development systems for educators and partners, with a focus on Educational Technology. Coordinates with ALSDE leadership to align technology, support, and communication strategies with statewide goals.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of instructional technology or curriculum development experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of instructional technology or curriculum development experience.

Skills and Knowledge: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with OTIDE, UA institutional and academic units, and Alabama State Department of Education. Ability to plan, develop, and implement team projects. Experience adhering to grant requirements. Knowledge of distance learning technologies and teaching and training methodologies. Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms. Knowledge of learning PowerSchool, Schoology, and data management best practices. Familiarity with IT trends, accessibility standards (W3C), and security best practices. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Experience in coordinating cross-institutional teams and leading collaborative problem-solving efforts. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources efficiently.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

 

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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"EEO is the Law" Poster"
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“EEO is the Law” Poster Supplement"
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

"Family and Medical Leave Act" 
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"Employee Polygraph Protection Act" 
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

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