Employment Opportunities

We are hiring! Are you a technology innovator looking for a role where your skills can truly make a difference? The Institute for Pastoral Initiatives is searching for a dynamic individual to drive our technological capabilities, with a key focus on maintaining and enhancing our e-learning platform. This is your chance to contribute to a robust and evolving educational environment. Familiarity with Catholic faith formation and the online learning landscape is a significant plus. Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

The Catholic Education Technologist is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the e-learning course management system, as well as supporting IPI’s general technology needs. This includes website and database development, information systems management, and tech support management. This position requires strong technical expertise.
These duties may include:
Managing the VLCFF website, ensuring high availability and performance.
Improving existing and developing new features on a custom-built LMS website.
Overseeing MySQL database administration, optimization, and troubleshooting.
Supporting internal and external users with IT-related issues.
Ensuring website security, compliance, and data integrity in coordination with the University's IT group.
Collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to enhance the user experience.

Bachelor's of Science in Information Systems or related field OR 3 plus years of equivalent experience.
Web Development: Strong proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MySQL.
Database Management: Experience managing MySQL databases and writing queries.
Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively.
User Support: Experience providing technical support to non-technical users.
Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability and willingness to understand Catholic faith formation and online education.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

Bachelor's of Science in computer science or related field or 7 years equivalent experience.
Knowledge of LMS systems or e-learning platforms.
Experience in UI/UX design for improving user experience.
Familiarity with API integrations, payment gateways, and third-party software.
Familiarity with the Hannon Hill Cascade CMS (or willingness to learn).
Desire to embody Catholic and Marianist traditions exhibiting public conduct and ministerial practices reflective of the teaching of the Catholic Church.
Ability to promote inclusive excellence in the workplace.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.