Product Owner, Education Technology Tools (Media & Collaboration)
, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Department Summary
Academic Technology sets the strategy for a portfolio of enterprise-wide products and platforms enabling the activities of academic stakeholders across the university. The Academic Technology team designs, develops, configures, enhances, optimizes, and maintains core enterprise technologies ensuring functionality end, quality, business value, user-experience, and digital accessibility of the products and platforms meet the expectations of the campus community. Academic Technology fuels ITS’ cloud-first strategy by strategically reducing technical debt in partnership with other departments and teams leveraging cutting-edge techniques to accelerate releases using automation and application lifecycle management standards and tools.The Bruin Learn team conceives, configures, monitors, defines, tests, delivers, monitors, optimizes, and refines Bruin Learn products and application technologies, including but not limited to learning management systems, third party tools, and campus integrations. Thisdepartment also works to optimize user experience, address digital accessibility needs, and establish the highest standards of quality assurance and release management for UCLA's administrative applications and technologies.Position Summary
The Product Owner, Educational Technology Tools Media Engagement & Collaboration will have a pivotal role in shaping the strategy, deployment, and ongoing refinement of Ed Tech Tools for Media Engagement & Collaboration through creating and supporting a product vision, roadmap, and backlog. They will synchronize these tools with the university's mission, addressing the changing demands of the university community. Through intensive university-wide engagement, the Product Owner will gather insights, forming a coherent vision for media and collaboration platforms. Working hand in hand with diverse teams and stakeholders, they will establish product specifications, prioritize functionalities, and champion the delivery of significant value.The Product Owner, Education Technology Tools (Media & Collaboration) will positively impact UCLA's operations and culture by enabling University stakeholders to effectively leverage educational technology tools, media and collaboration products. This team member will advance the University's mission by delivering exceptional information technology services comprehensively and consistently across faculty, staff, and students. This role will execute UCLA's vision while modeling UCLA's culture and values.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
Five years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: information technology, application services, product services, computer science, computer information systems, or related field. (Required) Analytical mindset, with experience in data-driven decision-making and performance measurement. (Required) Seven or more years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: information technology, application services, product services, computer science, computer information systems. (Preferred) Experience in complex higher education environments, serving academic and administrative functions of a large public university. (Preferred) Advanced knowledge of Education Technology Tools, Media & Collaboration development concepts, practices, standards, and processes. (Required)Proven ability to identify key issues critical to the organization's long-range success of a desired product or service. (Required)Proven track record of delivering successful Education Technology Tools, Media & Collaboration products that meet user needs and drive value. (Required)Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate complex technical ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders. Can relay technical information to audiences of technical and non-technical stakeholders. (Required)Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with a diverse community of colleagues including team members, stakeholders, and customers. (Required)Advanced organizational skills, ability to balance priorities, deliver concurrent projects to various stakeholders. Ability to work in a project-based environment using project management practices. (Required)Advanced problem-solving skills; ability to identify root problems and scope solutions based on knowledge of resources, timelines, vision and strategy. Seeks information from diverse sources to inform solutions. Demonstrated ability to make decisions with integrity. (Required)Able to participate in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. (Required)Thinks creatively and introduces innovations such as the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. (Required)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree Business administration, organization development, communication, or public administration, or related field, , or equivalent combination of experience/training. (Required) Bachelor's Degree Business administration, organization development, communication, or public administration. (Preferred) Certified Scrum Product Owner (Preferred)Special Conditions for Employment
This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that includes regular visits to campus as needed (for those who work remotely, travel/lodging expenses are not eligible for reimbursement).The anticipated pay range for this position is $135,740 - $157,071, annually; salary is dependent upon the skills and experience of the selected finalist.NOTE: This position REQUIRES that a RESUME and COVER LETTER be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these two files ready to upload when applying.
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PT, Monday through Friday and/or variable based upon operational needs.Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Business%20Systems%20Analyst%204%20(TBD_455)#J-18808-Ljbffr
Academic Technology sets the strategy for a portfolio of enterprise-wide products and platforms enabling the activities of academic stakeholders across the university. The Academic Technology team designs, develops, configures, enhances, optimizes, and maintains core enterprise technologies ensuring functionality end, quality, business value, user-experience, and digital accessibility of the products and platforms meet the expectations of the campus community. Academic Technology fuels ITS’ cloud-first strategy by strategically reducing technical debt in partnership with other departments and teams leveraging cutting-edge techniques to accelerate releases using automation and application lifecycle management standards and tools.The Bruin Learn team conceives, configures, monitors, defines, tests, delivers, monitors, optimizes, and refines Bruin Learn products and application technologies, including but not limited to learning management systems, third party tools, and campus integrations. Thisdepartment also works to optimize user experience, address digital accessibility needs, and establish the highest standards of quality assurance and release management for UCLA's administrative applications and technologies.Position Summary
The Product Owner, Educational Technology Tools Media Engagement & Collaboration will have a pivotal role in shaping the strategy, deployment, and ongoing refinement of Ed Tech Tools for Media Engagement & Collaboration through creating and supporting a product vision, roadmap, and backlog. They will synchronize these tools with the university's mission, addressing the changing demands of the university community. Through intensive university-wide engagement, the Product Owner will gather insights, forming a coherent vision for media and collaboration platforms. Working hand in hand with diverse teams and stakeholders, they will establish product specifications, prioritize functionalities, and champion the delivery of significant value.The Product Owner, Education Technology Tools (Media & Collaboration) will positively impact UCLA's operations and culture by enabling University stakeholders to effectively leverage educational technology tools, media and collaboration products. This team member will advance the University's mission by delivering exceptional information technology services comprehensively and consistently across faculty, staff, and students. This role will execute UCLA's vision while modeling UCLA's culture and values.
Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.Qualifications
Five years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: information technology, application services, product services, computer science, computer information systems, or related field. (Required) Analytical mindset, with experience in data-driven decision-making and performance measurement. (Required) Seven or more years Experience working in one or more of the following fields: information technology, application services, product services, computer science, computer information systems. (Preferred) Experience in complex higher education environments, serving academic and administrative functions of a large public university. (Preferred) Advanced knowledge of Education Technology Tools, Media & Collaboration development concepts, practices, standards, and processes. (Required)Proven ability to identify key issues critical to the organization's long-range success of a desired product or service. (Required)Proven track record of delivering successful Education Technology Tools, Media & Collaboration products that meet user needs and drive value. (Required)Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate complex technical ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders. Can relay technical information to audiences of technical and non-technical stakeholders. (Required)Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with a diverse community of colleagues including team members, stakeholders, and customers. (Required)Advanced organizational skills, ability to balance priorities, deliver concurrent projects to various stakeholders. Ability to work in a project-based environment using project management practices. (Required)Advanced problem-solving skills; ability to identify root problems and scope solutions based on knowledge of resources, timelines, vision and strategy. Seeks information from diverse sources to inform solutions. Demonstrated ability to make decisions with integrity. (Required)Able to participate in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. (Required)Thinks creatively and introduces innovations such as the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. (Required)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
Bachelor's Degree Business administration, organization development, communication, or public administration, or related field, , or equivalent combination of experience/training. (Required) Bachelor's Degree Business administration, organization development, communication, or public administration. (Preferred) Certified Scrum Product Owner (Preferred)Special Conditions for Employment
This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that includes regular visits to campus as needed (for those who work remotely, travel/lodging expenses are not eligible for reimbursement).The anticipated pay range for this position is $135,740 - $157,071, annually; salary is dependent upon the skills and experience of the selected finalist.NOTE: This position REQUIRES that a RESUME and COVER LETTER be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these two files ready to upload when applying.
Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. PT, Monday through Friday and/or variable based upon operational needs.Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy CoveredComplete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Business%20Systems%20Analyst%204%20(TBD_455)#J-18808-Ljbffr