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Technology Director roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the computer and information systems manager classification. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before sponsoring you, certifying the role meets prevailing wage requirements. Most sponsoring companies file under the regular cap, with a October 1 start date following lottery selection.
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Get Access To All JobsLake Forest College invites applications for the Academic Technology Manager in Academic Affairs. This position is located in Lake Forest, IL.
Position Overview
The Academic Technology Manager (henceforth “the manager”) is responsible for managing academic and instructional technology operations. The manager will facilitate campus-wide collaboration and coordination efforts, partnering with faculty, students, and academic and administrative divisions to align education technology systems, approaches, and resources with faculty and student needs, and institutional direction. The Manager promotes best practices with technology in learning environments, collaborates and provides training in the effective use of instructional technologies. The manager serves as the campus LMS administrator.
This role will serve as a champion, advisor, and liaison to the college community for the effective and innovative use of technology to support teaching, learning, and scholarship. The manager will lead efforts related to the assessment, planning, and delivery of academic technologies, primarily focusing on the College’s learning management system (LMS) and specialized pedagogical applications, and grow new programs. The manager will build direct relationships with faculty to develop and navigate new academic technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Technology Operations
- Manage the day-to-day operations of Academic Technology, including overseeing the learning management system (Canvas).
- Provide learning design support.
- Manage LTI integrations with software vendors.
- Provide tech support for faculty and students for academic technology.
- Serve as the VitalSource liaison (online bookstore).
- Collaborate with the Office of Faculty Development to develop and implement an extensive program of outreach, engagement, consultation, and support to expand and enhance the use of technology in teaching and learning.
- Design and develop documentation, tutorials, workshops, and other training programs to support faculty in the proper use of instructional technologies.
- Partner with faculty members, disciplines, and/or divisions to lead new exploratory initiatives and pilot projects for instructional technology.
- Provide pedagogical and technical consulting, training, and project management to help instructors and programs find innovative and effective ways to use technology to achieve their teaching goals, for both in-person and online courses.
- Provide academic technology support and general technical support in the office of academic affairs as needed.
Software Procurement
- Annual Faculty Survey: Conduct a comprehensive annual software inventory survey with faculty to identify current software usage and determine which platforms are required for the upcoming academic year.
- Inventory Management: Keep the academic software inventory continuously up to date, tracking license counts and deployment locations.
- Renewal Administration: Proactively contact vendors to initiate the renewal process for software that faculty have requested for the next academic year.
- License Cancellation: Cancel software subscriptions and licenses that faculty no longer wish to renew or that are underutilized.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate directly with software vendors during every annual renewal cycle to secure lower pricing and optimal value for the College.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience: 3+ years of experience working in higher education academic technology, instructional design, or IT procurement.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in administering Learning Management Systems (Canvas preferred), Student Information Systems, and deploying LTI integrations.
- Vendor Management Skills: Proven track record in software procurement, contract negotiation, and managing vendor relationships, with a strong ability to secure competitive pricing.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and pedagogical concepts to non-technical faculty and staff.
- Analytical Ability: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, specifically regarding inventory management, survey data analysis, and budget tracking.
Compensation and Benefits:
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $77,000. The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education, and other factors including departmental budget.
Full benefits information including eligibility details is located at: www.lakeforest.edu/offices-and-departments/human-resources/employee-benefits
If you are interested in learning more about employment at Lake Forest College, please visit Working at Lake Forest | Lake Forest College.
Lake Forest College invites applications for the Academic Technology Manager in Academic Affairs. This position is located in Lake Forest, IL.
Position Overview
The Academic Technology Manager (henceforth “the manager”) is responsible for managing academic and instructional technology operations. The manager will facilitate campus-wide collaboration and coordination efforts, partnering with faculty, students, and academic and administrative divisions to align education technology systems, approaches, and resources with faculty and student needs, and institutional direction. The Manager promotes best practices with technology in learning environments, collaborates and provides training in the effective use of instructional technologies. The manager serves as the campus LMS administrator.
This role will serve as a champion, advisor, and liaison to the college community for the effective and innovative use of technology to support teaching, learning, and scholarship. The manager will lead efforts related to the assessment, planning, and delivery of academic technologies, primarily focusing on the College’s learning management system (LMS) and specialized pedagogical applications, and grow new programs. The manager will build direct relationships with faculty to develop and navigate new academic technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Technology Operations
- Manage the day-to-day operations of Academic Technology, including overseeing the learning management system (Canvas).
- Provide learning design support.
- Manage LTI integrations with software vendors.
- Provide tech support for faculty and students for academic technology.
- Serve as the VitalSource liaison (online bookstore).
- Collaborate with the Office of Faculty Development to develop and implement an extensive program of outreach, engagement, consultation, and support to expand and enhance the use of technology in teaching and learning.
- Design and develop documentation, tutorials, workshops, and other training programs to support faculty in the proper use of instructional technologies.
- Partner with faculty members, disciplines, and/or divisions to lead new exploratory initiatives and pilot projects for instructional technology.
- Provide pedagogical and technical consulting, training, and project management to help instructors and programs find innovative and effective ways to use technology to achieve their teaching goals, for both in-person and online courses.
- Provide academic technology support and general technical support in the office of academic affairs as needed.
Software Procurement
- Annual Faculty Survey: Conduct a comprehensive annual software inventory survey with faculty to identify current software usage and determine which platforms are required for the upcoming academic year.
- Inventory Management: Keep the academic software inventory continuously up to date, tracking license counts and deployment locations.
- Renewal Administration: Proactively contact vendors to initiate the renewal process for software that faculty have requested for the next academic year.
- License Cancellation: Cancel software subscriptions and licenses that faculty no longer wish to renew or that are underutilized.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate directly with software vendors during every annual renewal cycle to secure lower pricing and optimal value for the College.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Educational Technology, Information Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Experience: 3+ years of experience working in higher education academic technology, instructional design, or IT procurement.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in administering Learning Management Systems (Canvas preferred), Student Information Systems, and deploying LTI integrations.
- Vendor Management Skills: Proven track record in software procurement, contract negotiation, and managing vendor relationships, with a strong ability to secure competitive pricing.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and pedagogical concepts to non-technical faculty and staff.
- Analytical Ability: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, specifically regarding inventory management, survey data analysis, and budget tracking.
Compensation and Benefits:
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $77,000. The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education, and other factors including departmental budget.
Full benefits information including eligibility details is located at: www.lakeforest.edu/offices-and-departments/human-resources/employee-benefits
If you are interested in learning more about employment at Lake Forest College, please visit Working at Lake Forest | Lake Forest College.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Technology Director
Map your credentials to SOC codes
Technology Director roles typically map to SOC 11-3021. Pull the O*NET profile for that code and align your resume's language to its task and skill descriptors before applying. Mismatched job titles slow LCA certification.
Target companies with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and qualifying research organizations can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. Technology Director roles at these institutions are often overlooked by candidates focused only on private-sector employers.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Technology Director openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have sponsored the exact occupation code before, cutting the time you spend vetting employers manually.
Clarify the petitioner structure before accepting an offer
Technology Director roles are sometimes filled through managed-service or consulting arrangements where the staffing firm, not the end client, becomes your H-1B petitioner. Confirm which entity will sign the I-129 and whether that arrangement is compatible with your target role and future green card timeline.
Verify the prevailing wage level before your offer stage
USCIS and DOL scrutinize wage compliance closely for senior technology roles. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific SOC code and work location before negotiating compensation so your offer letter clears the LCA wage floor without renegotiation.
Build the specialty occupation documentation into your packet early
USCIS requires a showing that a Technology Director role specifically requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Collect the job description, organizational chart, and a written employer justification demonstrating degree-level knowledge is the actual minimum, not a preference.
H-1B Visa Technology Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technology Director role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Technology Director positions qualify when the employer can demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. USCIS evaluates the actual duties, not just the title, so your employer's job description must show that theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge is the actual minimum requirement.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Technology Director roles specifically?
The DOL publishes LCA disclosure data by SOC code, but sorting through raw files is time-consuming. Migrate Mate aggregates that data so you can filter Technology Director openings by employers with confirmed H-1B filing history for that occupation code, which is a more reliable signal of sponsorship willingness than a job posting that simply says 'will sponsor.'
Can a Technology Director role be filled through a staffing firm on an H-1B?
It can, but USCIS applies extra scrutiny to consulting and third-party placement arrangements for H-1B petitions. The petitioning employer must demonstrate a bona fide employer-employee relationship, including the right to control your work. For Technology Director roles, where day-to-day oversight typically sits with the end client, documenting that control relationship clearly in the I-129 package is critical.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement work for a Technology Director?
Your employer must certify in the LCA that your offered compensation meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the Technology Director SOC code in your specific work location. The DOL sets four wage levels based on experience and supervisory responsibility. Technology Director roles typically fall at Level III or IV, which carry higher wage floors. You can verify the applicable threshold using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Technology Director role is eliminated or restructured?
Your H-1B status is tied to the specific employer and position listed on your approved I-129 petition. If the role is eliminated, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer willing to file an H-1B transfer petition. A significant restructuring that changes your job duties materially may require an amended petition even before any termination, since USCIS considers a material change in duties a new filing obligation.