Digital Learning Systems Manager

Salary: $84,600.00 - $126,900.00 Annually Location : Decatur, AL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 07544 College/Division: ACCSO-100285-Certification and Credentialing Opening Date: 03/03/2026 Closing Date: 3/16/2026 3:00 PM Central Campus Location: Alabama Community College System Position Summary The Digital Learning Systems Manager serves as the Innovation Center's senior expert for managing, designing, overseeing the strategic management, design, and optimization of the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and all integrated instructional technologies. This position carries statewide responsibility for the loading, maintenance, and performance of all Innovation Center courses, ensuring every Skills for Success and workforce training program is seamlessly delivered and accessible across Alabama's 24 community colleges. Combining instructional design expertise with deep technical knowledge, this role ensures course structure, interactivity, and accessibility meet industry standards and educational best practices. This position collaborates with the Curriculum Design, Workforce, and IT teams to enhance the learner experience, guide faculty and SMEs in effective digital pedagogy, and oversee statewide Canvas initiatives including Credentials, Career, Impact, and Insight implementation. This position may be located anywhere in the state Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPRIMARY DUTIES: Lead and manage all aspects of statewide Canvas LMS operations, ensuring the successful delivery of all Innovation Center courses across Alabama's 24 community colleges. Load, configure, and publish all courses developed by the Innovation Center into Canvas, blueprinting, maintaining accuracy, accessibility, and functionality. Serve as the primary liaison for Canvas-related projects and issues, coordinating across the Innovation Center, System Office, and college-level LMS administrators. Implement, maintain, and optimize Canvas-integrated tools including Credentials, Career, Impact, Insight, and Studio and other Canvas products and instructional design tools to enhance learner engagement, feedback, and analytics. Collaborate with Curriculum Design, Workforce teams, and stakeholders to ensure statewide course delivery aligns with Innovation Center standards for quality, consistency, and accessibility. Monitor and maintain course performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure timely resolution in partnership with IT and vendor support. Lead the creation and maintenance of standardized course templates, structures, and processes to support consistency across statewide deployments. Develop and maintain LMS documentation, user guides, and training materials for Innovation Center and college personnel. Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills. Provide training and professional development on Canvas features, course delivery processes, and instructional technology best practices. Ensure compliance with FERPA, ADA/Section 508, copyright, and data security standards. Leverage Canvas Insight and Impact analytics to evaluate engagement, identify issues, and recommend system improvements. SECONDARY DUTIES: Pilot and test new Canvas features, integrations, and content delivery solutions prior to statewide launch. Partner with Innovation Center's Marketing, Curriculum, Workforce, and ACCS IT teams to resolve course design, media, and SCORM compatibility issues. Support the evaluation and adoption of new instructional technologies that enhance the learner experience. Represent the Innovation Center in system-level meetings and external collaborations related to LMS operations and instructional technology. Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current on trends in LMS management, learning analytics, and digital pedagogy. Perform other related duties as assigned. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED IN JOB: Learning Platforms: Canvas LMS, Canvas Credentials, Canvas Career, Canvas Impact, Canvas Insight, Canvas Studio Authoring Tools: Articulate Rise 360, Articulate Storyline, Canva Design Tools: Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Frame.io Project Management: Monday.com File Management and Communication: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, Teams, Dropbox Video Conferencing: Zoom, Microsoft Teams QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in instructional design and LMS administration, including large-scale course deployment. Proven ability to develop and design online courses using Canvas and SCORM-based tools (Rise 360, Storyline, etc.). Demonstrated experience managing and maintaining statewide or multi-campus LMS implementations. Strong understanding of learning theory, accessibility (WCAG 2.1 / Section 508), FERPA, and data security best practices. Experience in training faculty and staff in effective use of instructional technology and digital pedagogy. Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills. Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with multiple colleges and stakeholders. PREFERRED: Master's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field. Canvas Certified Technical Administrator (CCTA) or Canvas Certified Educator (CCE) credentials (or willingness to complete within 12 months). Familiarity with learning analytics, instructional design principles, and adult learning theory. Familiarity in workforce or technical education program design. Experience managing statewide or system-wide online learning operations. Experience with project management systems such as Monday.com. Application Procedures/Additional Information Applications must be filed online at: A complete application packet must be submitted by the posted deadline in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. A complete application packet consists of: Online application Cover letter Current resume Separate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact information Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral dates All application materials must be scanned. It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process. WE DO NOT ACCEPT E-MAILED APPLICATIONS. When you finish the online application procedure, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this does not mean that your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement. Please direct any questions regarding the application process to Charlene Finkelstein at (334) 293-4628 or , or Nikita Odoms at (334) 293-4603 or . If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact: NEOGOV Customer Service Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST (855) 524-5627AGENCY INFORMATION: The Alabama Community College System is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify. The Alabama Community College System reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Annual Leave Full-time employees may earn annual leave based on half-month pay periods as follows: Years of Employment Leave Per Pay Period Annual Leave Fewer than 5 years 4 hours 20 minutes 13 days 5 but less than 10 years 5 hours 25 minutes 16 days 2 hours 10 but less than 15 years 6 hours 30 minutes 19 days 4 hours 15 but less than 20 years 7 hours 35 minutes 22 days 6 hours 20 but less than 25 years 8 hours 40 minutes 26 days 25 or more years 9 hours 45 minutes 29 days 2 hours Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 4 hours and 20 minutes of sick leave for each half-monthly pay period of service or 13 days per year. No more than 150 days or 1, 200 hours of sick leave may be accumulated. A complete description of sick leave benefits is outlined in the System Office Policies and Procedures Manual. Personal Leave All full-time, part-time, or temporary employees who are employed by the State of Alabama on January 1, and who are stationed outside of Mobile and Baldwin Counties, are entitled to a personal leave day each year in lieu of the former Mardi Gras holiday. The System Office policy requires that employees schedule their personal leave day prior to scheduling any annual leave. Holidays The Alabama Community College System observes the following legal holidays: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. /Robert E. Lee Birthday George Washington / Thomas Jefferson Birthday Confederate Memorial Day National Memorial Day Jefferson Davis Birthday Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day Health Insurance The State Employees' Health Insurance Plan (SEHIP) is basic hospital medical coverage administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama (BCBS) with prescription benefits administered by OptumRx. For more information visit Premium amountsBase rate before discounts Single $140 Family w/o spouse $330 Family with spouse $490 Discounts and Waivers Non-Tobacco Discount Single: $60 | Family w/o spouse: $60 | Family with spouse: $120 Wellness Discount Single: $25 | Family w/o spouse: $25 | Family with spouse: $50 Preventive Screening Discount Single:$25 | Family w/o spouse: $25 | Family with spouse: $50 Spousal Surcharge Waiver Family with spouse: $50 per month Note: The spousal surcharge applies to family contracts where a spouse is eligible to participate in another employer's insurance coverage. If your spouse's monthly single premium with their employer is $255 or less, then the $50 surcharge will apply. If your spouse's monthly single premium is more than $255, then you may qualify for a waiver of the $50 surcharge. Net Premium after all discounts and waivers Single $30 Family w/o spouse $220 Family with spouse $220 If desired, employees may elect optional coverage plans to include dental, vision, and cancer. Optional Plans Dental -BCBS or Southland Coverage costs: Single $8 | Family $15 per month Vision - Southland Coverage costs: Single $12| Family $24 per month Cancer - Southland Coverage costs: Single $12 | Family $24 per month Retirement The Alabama Community College System participates in the Retirement Systems of Alabama Teachers Retirement System. Teachers Retirement System is a state-mandated program where a percentage of your salary is withheld per pay period for an individual's retirement account. The percentage is determined by an employee's hire date and any prior participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama. Tier I (those with service credit prior to January 1, 2013): 7.5% Tier II (those with service credit beginning on or after January 1, 2013): 6.2% The State of Alabama also has two (2) deferred compensation programs for employees: RSA-1 and Great West. For more information on retirement plans, please visit and for Great West. Tuition Waiver This tuition assistance program is designed for all full-time benefits-eligible employees, retirees, and benefits-eligible H Salary Schedule employees of The Alabama Community College System and the Alabama Community College System office and their dependents defined by the policy. It is the responsibility of the employee and/or dependent to ensure that all documents and forms (requested by the College where the student is enrolled) are submitted and signed by the appropriate personnel in a timely manner prior to submission. 1/3 waived after 1st year 2/3 waived after 2nd year 3/3 waived after 3rd year 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field? Yes No 02 Do you have a Master's degree or higher in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field? Yes No 03 Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of experience n Instructional Design and LMS Administration, including large-scale course deployment? Yes No 04 Do you have proven ability to develop and design online courses using Canvas and SCORM-based tools (Rise 360, Storyline, etc.)? Yes No 05 Do you have demonstrated experience managing and maintaining statewide or multi-campus LMS implementations? Yes No 06 Do you have a strong understanding of learning theory, accessibility (WCAG2.1/Section 508), FERPA, and data security best practices? Yes No 07 Do you have experience in training faculty and staff in effective use of instructional technology and digital pedagogy? Yes No 08 Do you have Canvas Certified Technical Administrator (CCTA) or Canvas Certified Educator (CCE) credentials (or willingness to complete within 12 months)? Yes No 09 Are you familiar with learning analytics, instructional design principles, and adult learning theory? Yes No 10 Do you have experience with project management systems such as Monday.com? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10