Assistive Technology Specialist

Assistive Technology Specialist

Job No: 536623
Work Type: Staff
Location: Long Beach
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Temporary, Full Time

Job Summary

Under the lead of the AIM Center Coordinator, the Assistive Technology Specialist provides assistive technology training and accessible instructional materials to students with disabilities. The incumbent will oversee AIM Center lab equipment and BMAC equipment, coordinate and track the distribution of software licenses and inventory, and support students utilizing the AIM Center computer lab. The incumbent will also aid in document remediation for students with disabilities and the campus community. Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive to enhance the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered and equity minded approach in all communication and service efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized assistive technology training and support for BMAC students.
• Oversee BMAC-AIM Center lab equipment and BMAC equipment, coordinate and track the distribution of software licenses and inventory, and support students utilizing the AIM Center computer lab.
• Assist in editing and converting textbooks and course materials into various formats for students with disabilities and document remediation for campus partners.
• [ATI] Provide Assistive Technology (AT) training, workshops, and feedback regarding best practices for campus members with disabilities regarding software, hardware, and mobile assistive technology solutions and alternate media topics to the campus.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Previous disability-related experience, with higher education experience preferred. Knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Accessible Technology Initiative (ATI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and Publisher and Copyright laws, and CSU policy on provisions and accommodations for students with disabilities. Ability to work as part of a team through close collaboration with colleagues and coordinate with others. Ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and maintain a positive and respectful attitude. Working knowledge of standard work practices. High quality oral communication skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with co-workers and in public to provide trainings and conduct presentations to groups of various sizes.

Ability to supervise a team of student assistants to adhere to HR and fiscal priorities, policies, and needs. Ability to work independently without direct supervision and exercise sound judgment. Ability to problem-solve with little advance notice. Ability to take initiative and think creatively in new situations, independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and varying demands are involved. Must be able to multitask effectively and in a timely manner with multiple large assignments at any given time. Ability to learn, interpret, apply, and develop a wide variety of University policies and procedures related to field administration standards, policies, and issues. Skilled in development, implementation, and compliance with university and office policies and procedures while maintaining good working relationships with staff at all levels within and external to the University. Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations. Ability to pay high attention to detail and provide organizational and administrative skills.

Excellent grammar, writing, and editing skills to compose and proofread professional level copy of letters, proposals, reports, meeting notes, invitations, and announcements. Demonstrated skill in conducting research, developing reports, and presenting findings, especially to define and resolve problems or meet objectives. Ability to identify relevant concerns and factors, formulate logical and objective conclusions, recognize alternatives and their implications, and recommend and implement solutions to problems as they arise. Ability to exercise sound judgment and handle confidential matters with tact and diplomacy and maintain confidentiality of information as needed or to protect the rights of individuals and the University. Strong leadership skills to facilitate effective and cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships. Skill in providing customer service in a polite and timely fashion, identify student/client needs, relay requests and complaints accurately and appropriately. Must be able to accept constructive criticism, prioritize workload, be professional, and interact positively with others.

Ability to work as part of a team through collaboration with colleagues and coordination with others. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed and determined by operational needs, including extended weekday hours. Ability to report consistently to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position. Working knowledge of standard safe work practices. Ability to operate office equipment and accessibility software and technology. Ability to research and learn new technologies and production methods. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to manage time effectively and functionally, and proactively mitigate delays. Effectively demonstrate the ability to work with peers, students, and academic programs to promote the goals and objectives of the AIM Center services provided to students with disabilities. Able to effectively assess and advise students with verified disabilities in the appropriate alternative media services to accomplish their educational goals.

Knowledge of adaptive technology and assistive technology used by students with disabilities to provide adequate alternative media services. Knowledge and understanding of Literary and Nemeth Math Braille. Experience working with diverse populations and environments. Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion including evidence of equity mindedness in previous experience. Experience with utilizing an equity lens in employment practices and respectful interactions with others. Must be able to provide sensitive crisis counseling for students in need.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to six months of experience performing support services for an instructional program and involving such activities as preparing, producing, dispensing, or storing materials, supplies, and equipment required.
  
  
• Six months experience working in a higher education setting preferred.
  
  
• Six months experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
  
  
• Graphic design background or ability to use Illustrator preferred.
  
  Physical Summary
  
  Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.
  
  Department
  
  Bob Murphy Access Center (BMAC)
  
  ACPA's 2024 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs
  
  Classification
  
  Instructional Support Assistant I
  
  Compensation
  
  Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
  
  Hiring Range: Up to $4,177 month based on experience.
  
  CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,505- $5,012 per month.
  
  Benefits
  
  Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
  
  Time Base
  
  1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
  
  Duration of Appointment
  
  This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
  
  Application Procedures
  
  Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
  
  PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
  
  Additional Information
  
  A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
  
  CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
  
  California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
  
  Equal Employment Statement
  
  California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
  
  Accommodations
  
  We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact
  
  Hiring Range: Up to $4,177 month based on experience.
  
  CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,505- $5,012 per month.
  
  Benefits
  
  Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
  
  Time Base
  
  1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
  
  Duration of Appointment
  
  This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
  
  Application Procedures
  
  Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
  
  PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
  
  Additional Information
  
  A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
  
  CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
  
  California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
  
  Equal Employment Statement
  
  California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
  
  Accommodations
  
  We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Hiring Range: Up to $4,177 month based on experience.
  
  CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $3,505- $5,012 per month.
  
  Benefits
  
  Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.
  
  Time Base
  
  1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
  
  Duration of Appointment
  
  This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
  
  Application Procedures
  
  Click Apply Now to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
  
  PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
  
  Additional Information
  
  A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
  
  CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
  
  California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
  
  Equal Employment Statement
  
  California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
  
  Accommodations
  
  We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
  
  Out of State Employment Policy
  
  California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
  
  As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/" href="https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
  
  
  Application Closes: Mar 12, 2024 (11:55 PM)
  
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