25 Sep
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Conestoga College
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Kitchener
25 Sep
Conestoga College
Kitchener
Vacancy Type: Support Staff - Full-timePosition Summary(First consideration for support staff and academic positions will be given to internal applicants in accordance with the respective collective agreements)The Front-End Web Developer supports the development of Conestoga's online learning experiences by transforming instructional content into engaging, interactive, and accessible digital learning environments. Working collaboratively with Instructional Designers, Curriculum Developers, Quality Assurance Specialists, and other stakeholders, the incumbent develops learning objects, multimedia components, custom tools, and web-based resources that enhance student engagement and support effective online learning.This role also contributes to the development and maintenance of custom Learning Management System (LMS) solutions, provides technical expertise and support, and helps ensure online courses meet quality and accessibility standards.Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. It is anticipated that this position will meet the needs of the department through a hybrid work arrangement with one day on-site at Conestoga's 3065 King St. E. location in Kitchener, and four days remote.ResponsibilitiesCollaborates with project teams to develop quality online coursesDevelops and maintains web-based learning objects to support the college's online course offerings (e.G., games, interactive web components, etc.)Develops instructional content into Conestoga's chosen LMSDevelops accessible solutions that comply with AODA requirementsFollows the Online Learning Centre's (OLC)
quality assurance practices to support the integrity of Conestoga's online coursesSupports faculty and the OLC with video production and captioning activities and audio recording, including liaising with work study students and an external serviceTroubleshoots issues with the use of the LMS related to custom interactives and multimediaInvestigates and shares new ideas with respect to multimedia learning activitiesSupports the development, integration, and implementation of custom LMS tools and applications using Brightspace APIsDevelops and maintains custom LMS tools, integrations, interfaces, widgets, and templates that enhance usability and the learner experienceProvides technical onboarding to recent OLC staff and student employeesProduces training material for new developers, including written documentation and video guidesDevelops written documentation around development processes, developer standards, and custom interactive documentationConducts eConestoga consultations with instructional designers and curriculum developersAssists with LMS integrations, including testing functionality and providing documented feedbackTroubleshoots issues with the use of Brightspace and reports issues using the Brightspace support portal if necessaryDirects and assists instructors with the implementation and effective application of multimedia,
learning objects and other educational technologies to enhance coursesProvides LMS and eLearning software technical supportQualificationsThree-year diploma or degree in Web Development, Information Technology, Computer Science, Math, Multimedia and Graphic Design, Online Learning, Education, Business, Arts or a related field is requiredMinimum five years of experience in educational technology, online learning, learning and development, web development, or IT is requiredSome administrative use of a content or learning management system and familiarity with APIs, developing rich user experiences on the web is required; experience in post-secondary education is preferredAdvanced knowledge and experience building custom tools using APIs is considered an assetExperience incorporating technology and media to enhance web content and improve the user experience, including implementation within content or learning management systemsStrong communication and collaboration skills, including experience working with subject matter expertsConestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.
📌 Front-End Web Developer (Kitchener)
🏢 Conestoga College
📍 Kitchener