At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
Under general direction, responsible for and performing a variety of complex and technical tasks related to learning technology applications administration, online student support, and user operational duties in support of academic application systems. Serves as the primary contact for resolving faculty and student learning technology issues, including but not limited to Online Learning Management platforms, and related online support systems.
What a day of an Online Technology Specialist looks like:
Provides support to faculty and students using Online Learning Management platforms, web portals, instructional technologies, academic media technologies, and related online learning support systems.
Maintains, modifies, customizes, upgrades, and troubleshoots assigned academic application systems and technologies to meet user needs and ensure availability and access to various applications and instructional technologies.
Maintains online course management system, knowledge base, video repository, technical how-to resources, and other key Online support platforms.
Provides assistance to faculty in identifying at-risk online students and provides assistance to these students with additional course orientation, assistance referrals, and other support services.
Supports the operation, scheduling, coordination, and use of the TV Production and Podcast Studio for online learning, instructional media, faculty lecture recording, course media development, student media projects, and related academic activities.
Facilitates and supports live student technology webinars, course orientations, Canvas walkthroughs, technology readiness sessions, and live question-and-answer support related to online learning technologies.
Maintains both professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and pursuing related professional development opportunities.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Knowledge of:
Online Course Management systems (i.e., Canvas or similar)
Troubleshooting and resolving issues in browser-based applications and platforms
Principles of issue escalation and user support
Instructional technologies and best practices in online education
Basic HTML and web publishing practices
Microsoft Office 365 suite or similar applications
Skilled in:
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Analyzing technical issues and identifying root causes
Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and deadlines
Communicating with technical support and working collaboratively on cross-departmental projects
Creative thinking and problem solving to explore new technology, processes, and approaches
Managing educational tools and systems
Ability to:
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Clearly and concisely document technical issues, troubleshooting solutions, and system configurations
Learn and adapt to new technologies quickly and efficiently
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Preferred, but not a must:
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency
Lift or carry objects weighing 10 to 25 pounds. - Occasionally
Reach and grasp objects. - Daily
Sit for extended periods of time. - Daily
Stand for extended periods of time. - Occasionally
Use of video display terminal. - Daily
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills. - Daily
Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers. - Daily
Communicate information verbally. - Daily
Communicate information in writing. - Daily
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication. - Daily
Proofread and check documents for accuracy. - Daily
Operate a motor vehicle. - Occasionally
Work a fluctuating work schedule. - Occasionally
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $23.51 per hour; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
This position is open until filled with a first initial review on July 8, 2026.
Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled
