Technology Assistant - McGrath Institute Online Learning

Company Description

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up in courses Canvas, including ensuring that Zoom links, calendars, and evaluations are created, and correct. 
• Manages course close-out activities at the end of each session 
• Provides basic technical support for course facilitators and participants 
• Maintains contact list in Hubspot

Key Context & Scope

• Organizational Context: The McGrath Institute for Church Life partners with Catholic leaders, parishes, and schools to address pastoral challenges through research, education, and formation
• Program Focus (STEP/Online Learning): STEP and Camino provide online, not-credit-bearing, courses in Theology, serving lay leaders, Catholic education professionals, and diaconate formation. 
• Position Dynamics: The Technology Assistant supports the daily operations of online courses at the McGrath Institute; the offerings typically involve roughly 20-30 courses operating in each of 5 sessions per year. In this a temporary role, the workload will likely fluctuate based on the course calendar, offering flexible hours (typically 10–20 hours per week).

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Degree Knowledge: Academic background in Online Learning or Theology strongly preferred.

Skills: Ideal candidate will have experience with digital learning tools including Canvas or other LMS, Panopto or other video editing tools, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines. Bilingual English-Spanish.

Additional Information

Accepting Applications: October 6, 2026

This is a Temporary position working 10-20 hours per week for approximately 6-10 months. 

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.