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LMS Senior Manager

Vaco
$140,000.00 - $150,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Florida, Tampa
Dec 24, 2025
Hiring a Sr LMS Managerwith strategic leadership experience Must have technical experience with Brightspace/D2L 100% remote in US Salary: $150,000 + benefits, pto, 401k Purpose of the Position: The Learning Management System (LMS) Senior Manager will be responsible for managing a team tasked with designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining LMS solutions to support key strategic and operational initiatives. This role will collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders and Senior Leadership to provide strategic oversight, implementation and continuous improvement of LMS solutions.. What you'll do: 1. Manage a Team of LMS Engineers: Manage and mentor a team tasked with designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining LMS solutions to support key strategic and operational initiatives 2. Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a long-term roadmap for LMS solutions that benefit Students, Faculty and provide insights for other Organizational areas such as Learner Services and Career Services. 3. Design and Develop LMS Solutions: Create and maintain technical solutions, in conjunction with the LMS Engineers, that utilize cutting-edge LMS design capabilities considering integration with other IT solutions and architectural best practices. 4. Evaluate Emerging Technologies: Partner with business leaders across the organization to lead proof-of-concepts and prototypes, evaluating their viability and scalability. Work closely with business units to build robust, sustainable systems. 5. Effective Communication and Support: Provide clear communication to stakeholders. Ensure team provides appropriate support for existing tools (handling issues, questions, and enhancements). Provide metrics on Support issues and resolutions. 6. Strategic Partnerships and Industry Knowledge: Cultivate strong relationships with business stakeholders and third-party partners. Stay informed about industry trends and technological innovations in education and technology sectors. Career Level Expectations: Typically manages multiple teams or a department. Requires a high degree of responsibility for resources, and frequently influences business decisions made by functional leadership. Owns short to mid-term (1-3 years) strategy, execution and operational direction for multiple departments which directly impacts the achievement of overall functional results. Problems faced are frequently complex and require extensive investigation and analysis in collaboration with others. Requires ability to influence others to accept practices and approaches, and ability to communicate with executive leadership. Desire for growth and professional development. Required Skills/Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a Technical discipline. 5 years of experience in systems configuration and systems analysis, education technology (preferably in higher education, and various functional groups such as academics, marketing, advising, finance, etc. 7 years of experience with LMS.Brightspace/D2L required Experience with Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) Integrations, web services APIs, MSSQL, and cloud offerings such as Microsoft Azure or AWS. Skills - sound judgement/decision-making, influencing, organization, adaptability, service orientation, interpersonal skills, and teamwork. Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English. Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Computer literacy/basic computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize the technology required for the role. Preferred Requirements: Any advanced degree or equivalent work experience and/or strong or advanced proficiency in any of the above required skills. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams. Ability to integrate third-party applications with the LMS via Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standard. Other skills or abilities - business acumen, cost consciousness, integrity/respect, strategic thinking, follow-through, vision, and complex problem-solving. Compliance: Demonstrate knowledge of, and carefully follow all applicable state laws and rules, federal and state compliance requirements and regulations, including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.