Emerging Technologies Ambassador

Serves as an advocate for and connector to artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies at Pepperdine University. Under the direction of the Associate CIO, researches AI tools and best practices, promotes successful technology adoption through stories, use cases, events, and recognition programs; and partners with faculty, staff, and students to encourage the effective and responsible use of emerging technologies in support of the University's mission and strategic plan.

• EVANGELISM, PROMOTION, AND STORYTELLING:
  Promotes the awareness, adoption, and effective use of AI and other emerging technologies across the University. Captures and shares stories, use cases, and successes of technology adoption at Pepperdine and other institutions through multiple media formats, such as articles, videos, presentations, newsletters, and campus events. Develops and leads staff-focused showcase events, potentially in partnership with the annual Technology and Learning conference.
  
  Conducts outreach to departments, teams, and individuals to build awareness, encourage responsible experimentation, and connect community members with appropriate tools, resources, and colleagues. Fosters a culture of solution-focused thinking and continual learning around emerging technologies.
• RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS:
  Continuously monitors, learns, and synthesizes advancements in AI and other emerging technologies with a focus on higher education applications and best practices. Compiles regular data-driven reports, summaries, and recommendations on upcoming releases, trends, and industry developments for the Associate CIO, IT leadership, and other stakeholders. Reviews programs and practices at other institutions, such as technology grant or stipend initiatives, showcases, and adoption campaigns, and recommends adaptations for Pepperdine.
• ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING:
  Develops, tracks, and reports metrics that measure the adoption and impact of AI and other emerging technologies across academic and administrative environments. Collects and analyzes internal departmental data to evaluate the outcomes of technology pilots, grant-funded projects, and adoption initiatives. Creates summaries, reports, and presentations for the Associate CIO, IT leadership, and stakeholders to evaluate successes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• GRANTS AND RECOGNITION PROGRAMS:
  Manages and promotes programs that encourage and celebrate the creative use of emerging technologies by staff, such as grants, stipends, and recognition initiatives. Develops program guidelines and participant expectations in coordination with the Associate CIO. Reviews applications and recommends recipients to leadership. Partners with program participants throughout their projects and follows up on expected deliverables, such as papers, presentations, or videos.
  
  Showcases program outcomes to the University community.
• STUDENT OUTREACH AND
  
  EDUCATION:
  
  Develops and delivers educational opportunities that help students build AI and digital literacy skills, such as workshops, training sessions, videos, and self-service learning resources. Partners with student-facing departments and student organizations to identify needs and promote offerings. Captures and shares student success stories related to emerging technologies.
• COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS:
  Represents Pepperdine and IT in a professional manner when collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Develops and maintains strong partnerships with campus personnel and departments, as well as with external vendors and service providers, to assure current and future operational success. Builds relationships with faculty champions, staff innovators, and student groups to promote best practices and encourage peer-to-peer mentorship.
• ADMINISTRATION:
  Reviews and submits regular, timely, and complete paperwork and processes, such as status reports, bi-weekly or monthly timesheets, assessments for mid-year and annual reviews, and other routine IT and University practices. Keeps personal and shared work spaces clean and organized.
• COLLABORATION:
  
  Provides backup support and assistance to other team members.…