>>
>>Dear DSSHE Friends,
>>
>> Please spread the word -- the University of Denver is looking for
>>an
>> > Assistive Technology Specialist -- our newest, and long awaited
>>addition
>> > to our growing Disability Services Program. Applicants must
>>apply
>> > on-line through the Human Resources website,
>>www.du.edu/hr/employment.
>> > For more information about DSP and other services/programs for
>>students
>> > with disabilities, visit our website at www.du.edu/disability.
>> >
>> > Job Title
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Assistive Technology Specialist
>> >
>> > Posting Hiring Range
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > $16.00 per hour minimum
>> >
>> > Work Schedule (Days & Hours)
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > M-F flexible
>> >
>> > Contact Email
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > [log in to unmask]
>> >
>> > Department
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Disability Services Program
>> >
>> > Job Summary
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Audit existing assistive technology (hardware, software, other
>> > equipment) and prepare reports and recommendations. Determine
>>resources
>> > available to upgrade assistive technology. Work directly with
>>students
>> > to determine their current skill level / knowledge of assistive
>> > technology options; determine students' needs (hardware,
>>software,
>> > training); provide some training to students/staff/faculty when
>>needed.
>> > Manage Alternate Format Text accommodation program;
>>train/supervise work
>> > study students.
>> > Other duties as assigned.
>> >
>> > Preferred Qualifications
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Willingness to increase assistive technology knowledge/skills
>>through
>> > additional training and/or research. One or more years working in
>>a
>> > postsecondary setting with students with disabilities.
>>Willingness to
>> > increase knowledge of disability issues germane to college
>>students.
>> > Certification in the area of Adaptive Technology, such as RESNA
>> > Certification of Assistive Technology Practitioner. Knowledge of
>>federal
>> > laws and regulations governing the provision of services to
>>persons with
>> > disabilities including Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and
>>the
>> > ADA.
>> >
>> > Minimum Qualifications
>> > These qualifications refer to education and/or experience.
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Science, Instructional
>> > Technology, Special Education, or related field(s) One year of
>> > experience working with adaptive technology -- including but not
>>limited
>> > to Kurzweil, JAWS, Dragon Naturally Speaking, ZoomText --
>>knowledge of
>> > computer hardware and software used by students with
>>disabilities.
>> >
>> > Required Qualifications
>> > These qualifications are mandatory in order to perform the
>>functions of
>> > the job (i.e. valid drivers license, certifications.)
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Ability to configure computers for support of adaptive software,
>>and
>> > problem solving software and hardware conflicts. Ability to
>>teach/train
>> > others (staff, faculty/students on how to use adaptive
>>technology; also
>> > knowledge of outside resources and how to access them, i.e.
>>public
>> > library systems, Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic and other
>> > agencies/organizations. Experience in creating or adapting
>>computer
>> > programs for tracking use of accommodations.
>> >
>> > Job Open Date
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > 05-05-2006
>> >
>> > Job Close Date
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Open Until Filled
>> >
>> > Job Category
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Staff
>> >
>> > Job Type
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Part-Time
>> >
>> > Appointment Status
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Benefited
>> >
>> > Special Instructions to Applicants
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > To be considered an applicant, you must submit your application,
>>resume
>> > and cover letter online. Please include 3 references in your
>>documents.
>> > Include name and contact information. The University of Denver
>>is
>> > committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff
>>and
>> > encourages applications from women, minorities, people with
>>disabilities
>> > and veterans. DU is an EEO/AA employer.
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Michele McCandless, MSW
>> > Associate Director
>> > Disability Services Program (DSP)
>> > University of Denver
>> > 303-871-2278
>> > [log in to unmask]
>> > www.du.edu/disability
>> >
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>>
>>
>>David Andrews
>>Chief Technology Officer
>>Minnesota State Services for the Blind
>>2200 University Ave. W., #240
>>St. Paul, MN 55114-1840
>>(651) 642-0513 Office
>>(612) 730-7931 Cell
>>(651) 649-5927 Fax
>
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>
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