Educational Development Specialist at Boise State University in Boise, Idaho

Job Description:

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Provides faculty development support in the area of service-learning and experiential learning. Consults on effective pedagogy, assessment, and/or course design and assists with strategies for student success.


This is an in-person position on the Boise State campus, although up to two remote work days per week are negotiable. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
Department Overview:
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) is the nucleus of a university culture that values teaching and learning. We support, promote, and enhance evidence-based teaching practices to positively impact all student learning and success. CTL staff foster dialogue, scholarship, innovation, and excellence in learner-centered teaching, and promote teaching and scholarship that mutually enhance one another for the benefit of students, faculty, and the community. The CTL reports to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies in the Provost's Office.
Level Scope:
Fully competent and productive professional contributor who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Works independently with general supervision; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.
Essential Functions:
The Specialist will focus 60% of their time to:

• Collaborate with members of the CTL's Service-Learning team in the design and implementation of programs that support faculty in effectively designing service-learning experiences and experiential learning activities.
• Consult with individual instructors to analyze needs and determine goals for support of their community-engaged learning activities and experiential learning assignments.
• Design and facilitate pedagogy workshops and other interventions that support faculty in planning and facilitating service-learning and experiential learning (both online and in person).
• Contribute to the delivery of recurring educational development services and resources that enhance community-engaged learning, including facilitating classroom reflection sessions and supporting instructors in preparing students for meaningful and effective community engagement.
• Contribute to department communication of ideas to instructors; provide instructors with access to information via University platforms.
• Collaborate with other units in support of campus initiatives in which the CTL is a partner.
• Engage with current trends and technologies in the field of higher education through participation in conferences, professional organizations and/or professional development opportunities, as well as reviewing the literature.
• Engage, together with CTL staff, in ongoing documentation, assessment, and improvement of the work of the unit.

The Specialist will focus 35% of their time to:

• Design and implement communication strategies, outreach, presentations, and events to promote service-learning and recognize service-learning participants
• Collaborate with the Service-Learning Director to track, assess, and report on service-learning
  
  
  
  
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise a graduate assistant to assist with above duties
  

The Specialist will focus 5% of their time to:

• Perform other duties as assigned

Secondary functions of the job

• Provide support for campus initiatives dealing with experiential learning
• Contribute to educational development through service, scholarship, and/or participation in regional or national organizations and professional development opportunities when opportunities allow.
  
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Experience with and knowledge of effective teaching strategies about experiential learning and service-learning.
• Basic understanding of other pedagogical practices that support all student learning.
• Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills.
• Effective facilitation and consultation skills.
• Ability to be both a collaborative team member and to work independently.
• Ability to draw from the literature around effective teaching and faculty development to inform work.

Minimum
Qualifications:
Bachelor's and 2 years of professional experience or equivalent relevant experience.


Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree
• Experience teaching college courses
• Two years of academic experience in the area of experiential learning and community engagement
• At least one year of experience working with faculty members.
• Ability to facilitate professional development in various formats for professional audiences, including facilitating in-person and virtual events.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a sense of civic responsibility in students

Salary and Benefit
s:


The minimum starting salary for this position is $53,456.00 rising to $60,000 commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:
Candidates should submit:

• A cover letter that describes their relevant experience and how it has prepared them to meet the responsibilities of the position.
• A CV that includes evidence of applicable educational, instructional, faculty, or graduate development experience relevant to this position.
• References will be requested for finalist candidates.

Timeline:


The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately with a priority application deadline of March 31, 2025. We hope to fill these positions as soon as possible, with an ideal start date being no later than July 15, 2025.
About Us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/



Advertised: March 12, 2025 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: March 31, 2025 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time Apply Now