Academic Applications Administrator

College of Charleston

Charleston, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$66,400–$70,300 Per Year
SKILLS
Adult Learning, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Background Investigation, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Communication Skills, Computer Science, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Detail Oriented, Educational Administration, Faculty Administration, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Higher Education, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Internet Technology, JavaScript, Knowledge Base, Learning Management System (LMS), Microsoft Active Directory, Network Design, Network Operating Systems, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Resolve Customer Issues, Root Cause Analysis, SCORM (Shareable Content Object Reference Model), Software Administration, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Testing, Training/Teaching, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
LOCATION
Charleston, SC
POSTED
6 days ago

Academic Applications Administrator

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Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

  • Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

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Internal Title Academic Applications Administrator Position Type Classified Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty Pay Band TEC06 Level Department IT Training and Support Job Purpose

The Academic Applications Administrator serves as the primary technical expert for all enterprise systems and integrations related to teaching and learning. Provides operational support to faculty and students on academic applications and systems. Ensures that existing and future applications align with the architectural and infrastructural standards and strategies set by Information Technology and in the institution.

Minimum Requirements

Associates degree in an IT-related field and 2 years of IT-related experience in higher education is required. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply. Must have expertise with the management and support of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and integrations into the LMS. Candidates must also possess a deep understanding of LMS architecture, including system configuration and user hierarchies, as well as proficiency in learning analytics to track user data, measure the effectiveness of training and knowledge base articles, and generate detailed system-usage reports. Additionally, a foundational grasp of adult learning theory and UX/UI principles is required to design logical, engaging learning pathways. Finally, the successful candidate must demonstrate competence in accessibility compliance, specifically in testing system content against Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) to ensure full regulatory alignment. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Extensive working knowledge of systems architecture, systems planning and design, network operating systems, and systems management. Must possess extensive analytical, technical troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills to efficiently resolve system errors. Familiarity with project management methodology, Identity and Access Management (including Active Directory and user provisioning), and digital content standards such as SCORM, xAPI (Tin Can), and LTI is required. Candidates must demonstrate capability with basic coding and web technologies, specifically reading HTML, CSS, and simple JavaScript to troubleshoot formatting issues and embed web components. Expertise in integrating third-party tools into an LMS via APIs, alongside a strong attention to detail regarding quality assurance-such as course uploads, role management, and content testing-is essential. Finally, the role requires excellent customer support and communication skills to work well with others (colleagues, stakeholders, vendors), resolve learner tickets, write clear technical documentation, and translate complex technical issues into user-focused language for end-user training.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

After hours support may be required to troubleshoot system/application outages. Some occasional travel for professional development, conferences and meetings may be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

  • Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Salary *$66,400 - $70,300 Posting Date 07/07/2026 Closing Date 08/04/2026 Benefits

  • Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
  • Retirement
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid Holidays
  • Free CARTA Bus Service
  • Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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