[athen] Athen: Job Posting for Assistive Technology Specialist

[Kevin Price]

Sorry in advance for the cross posting but if you know of anyone who would 
be interested, please pass this on,
Kevin

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:mbehne at csusb.edu>mbehne at csusb.edu


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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