**FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 8, 2022**

DEFINITION

Under direction, plans, organizes, coordinates, and performs specialized duties to promote and advocate for distance education courses, alternative distance learning delivery methods, and degree programs; participates in the maintenance, expansion, and improvement of the District’s distance education services; provides student and faculty support related to distance education, learning materials, and technology; ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations; and performs related duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. May supervise and coordinate the work of assigned staff. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for independently coordinating one or more programs with responsibility for implementing the program’s goals and objectives. Positions in this classification rely on experience and use considerable discretion and independent judgment to ensure the program’s efficient and effective service delivery. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver program services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. 

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Coordinates, implements, and monitors the daily activities and administration of the District’s distance education programs; performs specialized duties to promote, expand, and improve the District’s distance education services and alternative distance learning delivery methods.  
• Participates in the development of the District’s Distance Education Plan, including short- and long-term goals and objectives. 
• Develops, reviews, revises, and recommends new or modified policies and procedures relevant to Distance Education.
• Collaborates with District faculty and staff to prepare, promote, and arrange access to distance learning programs, services, and materials; coordinates and implements instructional design projects. 
• Participates in the development and administration of the Distance Education budget; assists with identifying and pursuing grant opportunities and other funding sources to support and expand distance education. 
• Leads the design, development, and production of learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, visual, and multimedia in support of teaching and learning objectives. 
• Conducts ongoing assessments of technological resources and support needs for students and faculty; organizes faculty training, student online readiness training, and supplemental technology.  
• Works collaboratively with District faculty and staff to periodically evaluate the program’s effectiveness relative to its goals and objectives; recommends program adjustments where appropriate.
• In collaboration with the District’s Distance Education Advisory Committee (DEAC), approves new Distance Education certified faculty; maintains records of certified faculty, courses, and degrees; and implements and monitors certification training in conjunction with management staff and the DEAC. 
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in distance education/learning; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to District needs. 
• Prepares program business documents and reports; researches, compiles, and organizes information and data for specialized reports; and presents report findings.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required. 
• Creates and organizes program records and files. 
• Works productively and cooperatively with others by demonstrating respect, patience and equitable treatment of all internal and external customers.  
• Observes and complies with District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• May oversee, supervise and coordinate the work of assigned staff. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.   A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

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