About Toronto Metropolitan For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely creative, entrepreneurial, and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world. For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan.

About Toronto Metropolitan For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial, and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world. For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan. TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada. In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

The team Computing & Communications Services (CCS) is Toronto Metropolitan's central IT organization, supporting the university’s voice and data communications, learning management system, computer labs, application support,



web application development, streaming media services, presentation technology-enabled classrooms and much more. We are extremely proud of our university and what we are accomplishing as a department. We welcome you to get to know our people and services better before you decide to apply to join our team. Visit us at http://www.torontomu.ca/ccs/ and search @TorontoMet and @bdlesser on Twitter.

The Opportunity As the Instructional Technology Specialist, you'll help transform the way teaching and learning are experienced at Toronto Metropolitan University. In this role you will bring together education, technology, and creativity. You'll partner with faculty and staff to provide the technical guidance and training needed to successfully leverage educational technology across face-to-face, blended, and online environments. In this dynamic and collaborative role, you'll lead instructional technology projects from concept to implementation. Whether advising on innovative uses of our roster of tools, the implementation of new educational technologies, or keeping our systems and processes up-to-date, you'll play a key role in bringing teaching ideas to life. You'll manage multiple projects while collaborating closely with faculty, academic leaders, and colleagues to understand learning goals and recommend accessible technology solutions that enhance student engagement and improve learning outcomes. Your ability to translate complex technologies into practical, user-friendly solutions will help educators confidently embrace new ways of teaching and connecting with students. As an advocate for continuous innovation, you'll stay at the forefront of emerging instructional technologies, digital learning trends, and best practices. You'll share your expertise, champion creative approaches to teaching, and help shape a culture of continuous improvement that empowers both instructors and learners to succeed. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education, enjoys solving problems through technology, and wants to make a lasting impact on the future of teaching and learning.

Qualifications

Post-secondary degree in Educational Technology , IT Management, New Media,



Computer Science or a related field.

A minimum of four (4) years of experience within a Digital Media Projects and/or Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) office/environment handling progressively increasing responsibilities is required for this position.

Experience with instructional design methodology and applications in a post-secondary institution, specifically the ability to make recommendations for the use of technologies in teaching and learning.

Knowledge of evolving instructional technologies, principles of adult learning, theories of learning and instructional strategies, multimedia designs,

Knowledge of evolving internet standards and technologies such as HTML, HTML5, XML, and CSS,

Multimedia production skills, such as video, graphics, interactive content (e.g. Articulate Storyline and H5P).

Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.

Additional Information (OPSEU)

Position Number(s)10002188

Reports ToManager of Digital Media Projects

DepartmentComputing & Communications Services

Employee GroupOPSEU

Vacancy TypeTerm - this is a current vacancy

Work LocationOn campus

Start DateOctober 1, 2026

End DateOctober 31, 2027

Hours of Work36.25

Grade 13

Salary Scale$88,420.35 - $112,008.23

Hiring Salary Range$88,420.35 - $96,619.30

TA SpecialistClaudiu

Posting DateJuly 13, 2026

Application Close DateAugust 26, 2026

Qualified OPSEU candidates will be considered before members of other employee groups.

Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.

Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.

Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.

We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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📌 Instructional Technology Specialist (Winnipeg)
🏢 Toronto Metropolitan University
📍 Winnipeg