Assistive Technology/Accommodated Testing Specialist

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Job Description:

Successful candidate is responsible for all accommodated testing and assistive technology for students with disabilities, and makes sure all programs and services are in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. Evaluates accessibility of technology and materials campus-wide. Responsible for the development of policies and procedures regarding testing and assistive technology. Responsible for procuring and producing books and classroom materials in alternate formats for use with assistive technology. Works closely with students to evaluate their needs for assistive technology and instructs them regarding the use of this technology. Responsible for hiring, scheduling, and supervising the Accommodated Testing Assistant as well as the reader/writer/proctors and securing rooms for accommodated testing for students with disabilities. Serves as a resource for students, faculty and staff regarding assistive technology needs and universal design. Serves as an integral part of the Disability Support Services office regarding strategic planning, data collection, staffing needs and special projects.  

WORK PERFORMED:

• Assesses the needs of students with disabilities regarding the use of technology and alternate formats of course related materials.Manages assistive technology accommodations and services, including, but not limited to, Kurzweil/Firefly and JAWS reading software, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Texthelp Read and Write, Livescribe smart pens, Zoomtext, Math Type, Ginger Software and mouse alternatives.

• Maintains the assistive technology lab

• Keeps abreast of best practices and legal requirements pertaining to assistive technology and accessibility issues and strives to align DSS and campus policies to those standards.

• Collaborates with faculty and staff in planning proactively for accessible information and technology for students with disabilities.

• Evaluates, researches, recommends and coordinates purchase of new hardware and software to keep the lab current with new advances in the field.

• Coordinates with Student Computer Services regarding the installation, maintenance and upgrade of assistive technology as needed.

• Provides technical support and troubleshoots problems for students with disabilities using the technology

• Hires, trains and supervises the Accommodated Testing Assistant as well as the readers, writers and proctors for the accommodated testing service

• Works with students and readers, writers and proctors to schedule accommodated testing

SUPERVISION

Supervises the Accommodated Testing Assistant as well as reader/writers/proctors, work-study students, and any other part time hourly staff that are working in the area of assistive technology or accommodated testing.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred

• Knowledge of laws involving students with disabilities, assistive technology and copyright issues (ADA, 504, 508, FERPA, Chaffee law, etc.)

• Experience working with students with vision/hearing/speech/motor/cognitive disabilities and assessing technology needs for various disabilities

• Experience using and training students to use the assistive technology currently used on campus which could include, but not be limited to, Kurzweil, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Inspiration, Texthelp Read and Write, JAWS, Zoomtext, Math Type, Ginger Software

• Prefer experience working with college students; classroom experience would be helpful

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to interact with individuals with a wide variety of disabilities, skills and backgrounds

Additional Information:

Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule:  8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday
Compensation: $50,820 plus excellent health insurance, paid leave and tuition reimbursement
Grade: 12
FLSA Status: Exempt
Open Until Filled
For Best Consideration, Submit: July 5, 2018

As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.  

Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100. The TDD line phone # is: 443-518-4822.

Application Instructions:

Please submit:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume