Senior Learning Management Systems Technology Specialist

Senior Learning Management Systems Technology Specialist

Curriculum Systems

Exempt Regular 2.3

Location: Adelphi, MD

The Senior Learning Management Systems (LMS) Technology Specialist supports and advances the D2L Brightspace platform and its integrated technologies to meet UMGC’s instructional and operational needs. This role collaborates with academic, learning design, and technical partners to evaluate, implement, and optimize learning technologies. The Specialist leads LMS feature evaluation and configuration, contributes to the Continuous Delivery (CD) release cycle, and ensures solutions are aligned with user needs, institutional goals, and evolving best practices. The role requires strong technical acumen, thoughtful problem-solving, and a commitment to innovation in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with academic, learning design, and technology teams to translate needs into technical requirements and ensure seamless integration of learning technologies.

• Lead evaluation, configuration, and implementation recommendations for D2L Brightspace Continuous Delivery (CD) releases, assessing instructional and operational impacts.

• Manage setup, evaluation, configuration, and troubleshooting of LTI tools, SSO integrations, and role-based access within LMS environments.

• Conduct requirements gathering, user testing, and implementation of new learning technologies that support course and program outcomes.

• Develop and maintain LMS documentation, training resources, and sandbox environments to support innovation and controlled testing.

• Independently manage LMS initiatives and cross-functional projects with minimal oversight.

Competencies

• Collaboration and stakeholder engagement

• Analytical and systems-thinking skills

• Technical problem solving and troubleshooting

• Clear and effective communication

• Adaptability and continuous learning

Skills

• LMS administration (D2L Brightspace required)

• LTI tool configuration and SSO integration

• Requirements development and regression testing

• Instructional design awareness and best practices

• Technical writing and documentation

• HTML, HTML5, and CSS (preferred)

Education & Experience Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in instructional/educational technology, information technology, computer science, or related field OR equivalent experience including industry certifications.

Experience:

• 2+ years of D2L Brightspace experience in an administrator role.

• 3–5+ years designing or configuring LMS environments, ideally in higher education.

• Experience developing system requirements, integrations, reports, and testing plans.

• Experience designing and delivering training and support materials.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Preferred Experience Requirements

Education:

• - Master’s degree in a related field.

Experience:

• - Experience implementing or operating LCMS platforms.

• - Experience with Agile methodologies.

Certifications:

• - Technical or LMS-related certifications

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC’s Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at [email protected]. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 16 paid holidays (17 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.

• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.

• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.

• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).

• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.

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