Assistive Technology Access Coordinator

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About Disability and Access

Based in the philosophy that all students should be assured equal access and opportunity, Disability and Access (D&A) works to eliminate physical, instructional and attitudinal barriers by providing reasonable accommodations and fostering awareness within the University community.

To learn more about Disability and Access, please visit https://disability.utexas.edu/.

The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but not limited to:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid holidays

Please visit UT Austin's Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards to learn more about the total benefits offered.

The Assistive Technology Access Coordinator will manage the Assistive Technology Education Center (ATEC) lab and new assistive technology as appropriate. They will serve as the point-of-contact for the Campus Testing Center and Digital Accessibility Center and recruit, train and supervise student associates and office assistants.

• Introduce the Assistive Technology Education Center (ATEC) lab and new assistive technology as appropriate. Provide training on new assistive technology as needed. Manage assistive technology lab usage, including computers, software, and adaptive equipment. Assess and maintain all ATEC-related technology. Facilitate acquisition of new items or upgrades in conjunction with IT by assessing available technologies and obtaining quotes for purchase.

• Manage syncing of D&A's Clockwork database system to RegisterBlast, the Campus Testing Center reservation system. Serve as point-of-contact between D&A and the Campus Testing Center regarding test proctoring. Oversee test proctoring in the ATEC lab.

• Coordinate logistics of note-taking program for D&A students, notetakers, and faculty. Consult with D&A staff on notetaking requests and the notetaking system as needed.

• Process and fulfill course-related accessibility requests including the conversion of materials for physical or graphic accessibility (e.g. Braille, embossed images, etc.). Work with third party vendors to outsource Braille transcription needs. Troubleshoot computer software and hardware problems relevant to the production of alternate media and assistive technology. Consult with Digital Accessibility Center staff to ensure conversion of digital materials.

• Recruit, train, and supervise student associates and office assistants for the ATEC lab, coordination of office related projects, alternative text conversion, and other related services.

• Consult on material and digital accessibility as requested by ADA Coordinator, councils, boards, and campus partners. Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, departments and campus community on assistive technology access issues. Research and stay abreast of current and emerging technologies in the alternate media and assistive technology field.

• Work collaboratively with the executive director and director of campus collaboration and access to ensure that all technology is current and costs are aligned with allotted budget.

• Meet with individual students for problem solving, and information dissemination using independent judgment in interpreting D&A, University, and ADA policies and procedures.

• Conduct intake and drop-in appointments with current and prospective students and families and maintain a caseload of approximately 250 students. This includes leading assistive technology intakes for newly registered students with visual disabilities. Determine reasonable accommodations and support faculty and staff in implementation of approved accommodations. Ensure accurate records are maintained in a confidential manner in keeping with the University's document retention policy, privacy laws, FERPA and ADA requirements.

• Prepare and deliver presentations and workshops for students, faculty, and other University personnel and/or divisions regarding disability and accessibility.

• Function as a member of D&A, assist with general functions of the office and special projects as assigned.

• Serve on assigned D&A teams in processing of services and office development. Work with other staff members on assessment goals and collecting, reviewing and interpreting departmental data.

• Bachelor's degree in education, rehabilitation services, technology domain or related field.

• At least three years' experience in assistive technology and working with students with disabilities at the postsecondary level.

• The candidate must be familiar with the needs of students with disabilities, assistive technology, software, and programs for individuals with various disabilities.

• Excellent supervisory and interpersonal, communication skills. Professional demeanor.

• Experience reviewing psycho-educational reports, working within the guidelines of the ADA, ADAAA and Section 504.

• Master's degree in education, rehabilitation counseling, technology domain, or a related field and at least three years of experience in assistive technology and working with students with disabilities at the postsecondary level.

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, such as sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, ADA, and copyright law.

• Familiarity with WCAG, accessible document creation and universal design for instruction.

$62,000+ depending on qualifications

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:

You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:

As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.