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Cochise College - recently ranked 3rd best college has the following position available. Learn more at <a href="http://www.cochise.edu">www.cochise.edu</a><br><br><br><br>Interpreting and Alternate Media Services Coordinator
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Disability Services
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05/12/2015
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06/02/2015
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Sierra Vista
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<div class=""><p>The Interpreting and Alternate Media
Services Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the delivery of
alternative text media and interpreting services to the deaf and hard of
hearing district-wide and for serving as student and staff interpreter
for classes, services, activities and events as needed.</p>
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<b>This position is open until filled with priority to applications received by June 2, 2015.</b></div>
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<div class=""><p>Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Assists students in learning technology
software and devices; performs conversion of text to alternative media;
manages electronic textbooks for students; provides training and basic
technical assistance on adaptive technology to faculty, staff and
students with a focus toward Universal Design principles; researches and
recommends technology and devices for students with disabilities;
maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the assistive
technology field</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Assesses individual needs for
interpretation services and assures the delivery of appropriate
accommodations; oversees part-time interpreters, assigns tasks and
monitors performance; works with students, interpreters and faculty
members in resolving issues and fulfilling needs; orients faculty to
issues dealing with deaf and hard of hearing students; assists faculty
in accommodating these students</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Interprets for college-level classes in a
variety of disciplines and other student activities; orients faculty to
issues dealing with deaf and hard of hearing students and assists
faculty in accommodating these students; informs the Director of
Disability Services of issues, violations, and recommended
accommodations</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Offers workshops to promote disability
services district wide and in area high schools; develops relationships
with Vocational Rehabilitation Transition Services Counselors for high
school students considering postsecondary education and will require
accommodations; performs varied duties as required for testing, scribe
and oral translation; serves as classroom aide as needed</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Assists the Director of Disability Services in budget projections to meet the needs of deaf and hard of hearing students</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Performs other related duties as assigned</p>
<p><strong><u>GENERAL EXPECTATIONS</u>: </strong>Employees are expected
to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent
manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work
performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive
role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with
students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all
college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to
this position.</p>
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<div class=""><p><strong><u>REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</u></strong>:</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">NIC, RID, or CDI certification
requirements and be licensed or eligible for licensure through The
Arizona Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Experience providing interpretative services to deaf and hard of hearing individuals</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Preference may be given to individuals with direct service experience working with students with disabilities</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License </p>
<p><em>An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from
which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may
be considered</em></p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Knowledge of disability law/compliance in a postsecondary environment</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Knowledge of deaf culture</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Knowledge of current technologies and word
processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software,
specifically Microsoft Office applications</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Knowledge of assistive interpretive software, specifically Kurzweil 3000, Zoomtext, JAWS, Accommodate</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Skill in interpreting and utilizing American Sign Language</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Skill in analyzing and problem solving</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Skill in establishing and maintaining
effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty,
students and the public</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to multi-task and organize,
prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion
with an attention to detail</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Ability to analyze problems, identify
solutions, and take appropriate action to resolve problems using
independent judgment and decision-making processes</p>
<p><strong><u>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</u></strong></p>
<p>Preference may be given to individuals with the following qualifications:</p>
<p>American Sign Language Certification and/or Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Certification</p>
<p>Direct service experience working with students with disabilities</p>
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<div class=""><p>Work is primarily performed under general
supervision in an office or classroom setting with appropriate climate
controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be
required.</p>
<p><strong><u>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</u>:</strong></p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate, ability to drive.</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds
of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects,
including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and
standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary
criteria are met</p>
<p style="margin-left:40px">Mental Application: Utilizes memory for
details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking,
adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important</p>
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Full Time
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Twelve-Month
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Director of Disability Services
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AS08
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$34,147
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$38,928 depending on qualifications
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Cover Letter, Resume, Transcripts, Certifications and/or Licensure
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