Extra Help LMS Consultant - CAPE

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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Application deadline: 8/3/2026

Starting Salary: $50.00 per hour

Summary:

The LMS Evaluation and Implementation Consultant will provide consulting expertise to support a learning management system implementation project. Working closely with leadership, this consultant will lead the assessment of current LMS environments, guide the evaluation and selection of the new platform, and provide hands-on implementation support during the initial deployment phase. This is a short-term, high-impact role suited to an experienced professional with a strong background in learning technology systems and higher education or continuing education contexts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct an environmental scan and needs assessment of current LMS usage across operations, documenting requirements, pain points, and priorities
• Develop and administer an LMS evaluation framework, including criteria weighting, vendor outreach, and structured demos or pilots
• Support the formal vendor selection process, including preparing recommendation documentation for leadership review
• Coordinate with UI System stakeholders, vendors, and internal staff to establish implementation timelines and key milestones
• Identify risks and dependencies related to the platform migration and recommend mitigation strategies
• Produce clear documentation throughout the process, including assessment findings, decision rationale, and implementation planning artifacts
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of the following, totaling 6 months from the categories below:

• Coursework in instructional technology, instructional design, or similar field.
• 30 semester hours equals 6 months
• Experience working with learning management systems.
• Experience leading LMS or other technical implementation projects.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• History of supporting online learning environments.
• Experience working with learning management systems and student information systems.
• Expert knowledge of project management, especially in the realm of learning and technology.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and subject matter experts.
  
  

Employment Policies and other information:

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System

• You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse
• Please Note: All postings close at 5:00pm CST on the posting close date.***