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Sorry in advance for the cross posting but if you know of anyone who
would be interested, please pass this on,<br>
Kevin<br><br>
<b>Position Title:</b>
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<dd>Technology Assessment & Training Specialist
</dl>Company Name:
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<dd>Calif. State Univ. Foundation Office
</dl>Location:
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<dd>San Bernardino, CA 92407
</dl>Position Opening Date:
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<dd>2004-04-16
</dl>Position Closing Date:
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<dd>2004-04-30
</dl>Position Posted Date:
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<dd>2004-04-16
</dl>Pay Range:
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<dd>$38,400-$52,800/year
</dl>Duties and Responsibilitites:
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<dd>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.
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</dl>Qualifications for Position:<br><br>
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<dd>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.<br><br>
</dl>Application Procedure/Contact Person:<br><br>
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<dd>1. MUST FILL OUT A FOUNDATION APPLICATION, not a State University
application. Can obtain form on-line at
<a href="http://hrd.csusb.edu/hrforms.html" eudora="autourl">http://hrd.csusb.edu/hrforms.html</a>
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: <a href="http://hrd.csusb.edu/technical.html" eudora="autourl">http://hrd.csusb.edu/technical.html<br><br></a>
</dl>Contact Email:<br><br>
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<dd><a href="mailto:mbehne@csusb.edu">mbehne@csusb.edu</a> <br><br><x-sigsep><p></x-sigsep>
</dl>Kevin Price, MSW, ATP<br>
Coordinator-Assistive Computing Resource Center (ACRC)<br>
Academic Computing and Media<br>
California State University, San Bernardino<br>
5500 University Parkway / PL-014<br>
San Bernardino, CA 92407-2397<br>
909-880-5079 FAX 909-880-7078<br>
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