>We have a position open for a Assistive Technology Assessment & Training
>Specialist. Please pass this on to whomever is interested:
>
>
>Position Title:
>
>Technology Assessment & Training Specialist
>
>Company Name:
>
>Calif. State Univ. Foundation Office
>
>Location:
>
>San Bernardino, CA 92407
>
>Position Opening Date:
>
>2004-04-16
>
>Position Closing Date:
>
>2004-04-30
>
>Position Posted Date:
>
>2004-04-16
>
>Pay Range:
>
>$38,400-$52,800/year
>
>Duties and Responsibilitites:
>
>Technology Assessment and Training Specialist for the Assistive Computer
>Resource Center in Academic Computing and Media (ACM). Temporary, full
>time with benefits, non exempt. THIS IS NOT A STATE POSITION. A FOUNDATION
>APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Duties: Under the direct supervision of the
>Director of ACM, this position will have a high level of responsibility
>for direct consultative support to Department of Rehabilitation clients in
>the area of individualized assistive technology assessment and training
>either in the University's lab or at the client's location. This is a one
>year assignment through a grant from the Department of Rehabilitation.
>Responsibilities include maintaining and supporting assistive technology
>resources serving Department of Rehabilitation clients which include
>frequent interactions with Department of Rehabilitation Counselors.
>Incumbent will be responsible for creating training plans, writing user
>documentation, user guides and instructor guides. Responsibilities also
>include providing training and communication materials to users that
>maximize their ability to use standard assistive technologies. Incumbent
>will develop and/or conduct training programs, assistive technology
>equipment orientations and demonstrations and tours, presentations to
>small and large groups, conduct needs assessments and evaluate potential
>purchases for compatibility with existing systems. Provide technical
>advice and expertise in the evaluation, purchase, upgrading, and
>maintenance of assistive and standard technology resources. Provide
>consultative and onsite support and services to the user community in the
>area of access to information resources and assistive technology software
>and hardware. Research available products and systems and recommend
>alternatives to meet identified needs using financial and technical
>justifications. Prepare requests for proposals, cost estimates, and
>justifications. Develop and recommend policies, procedures and standards
>regarding information resource accessibility. Create and implement
>marketing plans. Participate in overall center strategy, research and
>development requirements, development and analysis of market research, and
>coordination of new emerging services, managing of student workers and
>other duties as assigned by the Director of ACM. Requirements: Applicants
>must possess the equivalent to a bachelor's degree; preferably in special
>education, rehabilitation engineering, speech therapy, or any credential
>that includes assistive technology. Preference for candidates possessing
>one or more of the following: Assistive Technology Practitioner (ATP)
>certification from RESNA or successful completion of an Assistive
>Technology certificate program (e.g. CSUN or ATACP) or the equivalent to
>two years of experience working directly with people with disabilities.
>Desire skills to be able to recommend, train, and support assistive
>software. Training skills in using standard applications such as Microsoft
>Office is desired. Applicants must have knowledge of multiple assistive
>software applications and equipment types including MAC and PC such as and
>not limited to JAWS for Windows, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and WYNN, as
>well as working knowledge and experience with the design of assistive
>workstations. Applicants must have research skills to access information
>resource issues on assistive products and individuals with disabilities.
>Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills for
>detailed and comprehensive documentation; and because of the heavy
>interaction with counselors and clients must be good at building rapport
>with people and be self-motivated. Other preferred skills include:
>teaching/training experience, an entrepreneurial attitude, strong
>management and leadership skills, sound reasoning and negotiation
>abilities, highly organized, dedicated to exceeding quality standards and
>providing service of the highest caliber while constantly improving
>services and the customer service process. Must have reliable vehicle for
>a moderate amount of local travel. This is a one year assignment through a
>grant from the Department of Rehabilitation. Continued employment is
>dependent upon funding and job performance.
>
>Qualifications for Position:
>
>Personable, organized, people oriented person with an entrepreneurial
>attitude is needed to market and perform assistive technology assessments
>and trainings for the Dept. of Rehabilitation's clients.
>
>Application Procedure/Contact Person:
>
>1. MUST FILL OUT A FOUNDATION APPLICATION, not a State University
>application. Can obtain form on-line at http://hrd.csusb.edu/hrforms.html
>2. SAVE then print out form. Sign it and send it to CSUSB - HR Dept. 5500
>University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407 Contact the Human Resources
>Dept. at 909-880-5138 for further information. And you can check out the
>official posting under the technical listings at:
>http://hrd.csusb.edu/technical.html
>
>Contact Email:
>
><mailto:[log in to unmask]>[log in to unmask]
>
>Kevin Price, MSW, ATP
>Coordinator-Assistive Computing Resource Center (ACRC)
>Academic Computing and Media
>California State University, San Bernardino
>5500 University Parkway / PL-014
>San Bernardino, CA 92407-2397
>909-880-5079 FAX 909-880-7078
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