Job ID: 304386
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.
Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with 149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.
Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro, anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest, offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across southeast Georgia.
Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N. Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience, research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed to helping every student go further than they thought possible.
Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across the nation and around the world.
For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Adult and Online Learning
Job Summary
The Educational Innovation Coordinator serves as the primary operational, technical, and front-facing professional driving the university's academic innovation and credentialing initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Adult and Online Learning, this position manages the day-to-day logistics, platform administration, workflow management, and stakeholder support required to execute digital badging, micro-credentials, Prior Learning Assessment workflows, and emerging educational technology/Artificial Intelligence initiatives across Academic Affairs. The Coordinator acts as the first point of contact for faculty, staff, academic departments, and students seeking guidance on innovative credentialing models, badge creation, PLA submission processes, and operational compliance standards (including digital accessibility and state authorization tracking). By providing high-touch support and rigorous execution, the Coordinator bridges academic innovation and regulatory compliance, ensuring all learning initiatives are accessible, operationally sound, and aligned with institutional quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day platform administration for the university's digital badging and credential management systems
- Guide faculty and academic departments through the end-to-end process of proposing, designing, and launching digital badges and micro-credentials
- Coordinate the operational intake, processing, and tracking of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) applications, portfolio reviews, and non-traditional credit requests
- Facilitate workflow logistics between prospective/enrolled students, academic departments, and faculty evaluators for experiential learning and portfolio evaluations
- Serve as the front-line operational lead for all AI compliance courses
- Serve as the front-line operational lead for initiatives involving generative AI tools, digital verification platforms, and innovative learning technologies
- Provide practical support and guidance for compliance-related tasks regarding accessibility in digital learning environments, including, but not limited to, supporting the Web Accessibility Taskforce
- Assist the Director by tracking out-of-state student location data, maintaining licensure disclosure logs, and gathering evidence for SARA renewals and state authorization filings
- Serve as the primary point of contact for routine inquiries regarding micro-credentials, PLA pathways, AI instructional guidelines, and compliance workflows
- Organize and facilitate hands-on workshops, webinars, and training sessions for faculty and staff on credential creation, PLA processes, and accessibility compliance
- Develop user-friendly website content, FAQs, promotional toolkits, and administrative guides to increase awareness and engagement across campus
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field
Required Experience
- Two (2) - Four (4) years of professional experience in higher education, project coordination, academic operations, platform administration, or instructional support
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
- Masters degree in Higher Education, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or a related discipline
Preferred Experience
- Experience administering Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) processes or badging systems (Parchment, Canvas Credentials, Credly)
Proposed Salary
$27.95 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
- Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
- Demonstrated familiarity with digital badging platforms, Learning Management Systems (LMS), or credit mobility databases
KNOWLEDGE
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Practical understanding of digital accessibility standards (WCAG/ADA) and emerging educational technologies (including generative AI tools)
SKILLS
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and customer-service skills
- A demonstrated ability to train and support faculty and staff
Apply Before Date
October 21, 2026
Application review may begin as early as October 7, 2026.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.
For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
- Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
- Work generally performed in an office environment
- Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
- Travel may be required
Background Check
- Standard + Education