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SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Accommodation Accessibility and Disability Services (PT) in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Love technology and looking for a great diverse work environment? A position as a part-time Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist may be the right job for you! The Accessibility & Disability Services (ADS) is a fun collaborative department within Student Affairs that is focused on access and inclusion for students at Salt Lake Community College.
An AT Specilist assists students in learning to use their assistive technology accommodations and assisting in the production of accessible documents. ADS has a variety of exciting assistive technology tools that the chosen applicant will be trained to use, such as the Otter.ai transcription app, Smart Pens, read-aloud software, and more. This position requires an interest in learning new technology, attention to detail, and customer service skills.
Flexibility is essential for this collaborative team.
- Visually review and compare inaccessible course materials to be able to create new accessible materials in various formats.
- Demonstrate and train students on assistive technologies: SmartPen, Kurzweil, Otter.ai, Microsoft Dictation, etc.
- Track and maintain adaptive equipment inventory: charging, clearing data, troubleshooting, etc.
- Provide assistive software support: installation, user account administration, and troubleshooting.
- Document student interactions in department database.
- Run database reports and review Excel spreadsheets.
- Maintain accurate accommodation records on department spreadsheets on SharePoint to effectively collaborate work with other Service Providers.
- Act as a reader/scribe for students, which requires effective listening, legible handwriting, typing, clear verbal communication, and ability to read college level material out-loud with ease.
- Support student accommodated testing as needed.
- Independently prioritize, problem-solve, and effectively communicate work responsibilities within the department.
- Maintain a positive work environment as regular collaboration and trust between team members is vital to effectively serve students.
- Answer phones to address questions and make appointments.
- Uphold student confidentiality in accordance with ADA and FERPA regulations.
- Follow the AT Lab Staff guidelines, be dependable, reliable, and exhibit professionalism at all times.
- Some travel is necessary between campuses.
- Other duties as required.