Moodle Administrator

JOB TITLE: Moodle Admin JOB LOCATION: Milford MA WAGE RANGE*: $55-$62 JOB NUMBER: 25-03579 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:Proven experience as a Moodle Administrator or Specialist, with 5 years in managing Moodle based LMS environments. Strong technical proficiency in Moodle administration, including installation, configuration, and customization of Moodle instances. Experience with Moodle plugins and modules, and ability to extend Moodle's core functionality as needed. Proficiency in PHP programming language for Moodle customization and development. Experience with SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) technical standards for e-learning, enabling interoperability between online learning content and Moodle LMS. Experience with xAPI (Experience API or Tin Can API) to track detailed learning experiences, including simulations and gamification. Experience with Moodle deployment on AWS, utilizing Lightsail for simplified setup or EC2 for scalable and customizable deployments. Solid understanding of MySQL or other relational databases for managing Moodle data and performing SQL queries. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues related to Moodle. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support users effectively. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Responsibilities Moodle Administration: Configure and maintain Moodle instances, including installation, setup, and customization of plugins and themes. Manage user roles, permissions, and authentication methods within Moodle. Monitor and optimize Moodle performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions. Content Management: Develop and upload course content, learning resources, and assessments within Moodle. Organize and structure courses using Moodle's course management features. Ensure all content is accessible, up-to-date, and aligned with instructional design best practices. Training and Support: Provide training sessions and workshops to faculty, staff, and learners on how to effectively use Moodle. Offer technical support and troubleshooting assistance to users, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly. Create and maintain user documentation, tutorials, and guides for Moodle functionalities. Analytics and Reporting: Generate and analyze reports on learner engagement, course completion rates, and other performance metrics using Moodle's reporting tools. Utilize data insights to evaluate the effectiveness of courses and learning activities, making recommendations for improvements. Integration and Maintenance: Coordinate integrations between Moodle and other systems to ensure seamless data flow and functionality. Perform regular updates, patches, and backups for Moodle installations in accordance with organizational policies and best practices. Implement and maintain Moodle security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. Troubleshoot technical issues related to PHP/MySQL Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities * While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.