Alternate Format Specialist

Posting Job Title

Alternate Format Specialist

Department

Student Success & Strategy

Position Type

Part-time Temporary

Number of openings

2

Job Summary

The Alternate Format Specialist is involved in the provision of alternate media to students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law that assures students access to their academic
coursework. The alternate format specialist assists the Accessible Technology Coordinator
in the production of alternate media and review of software. The Alternate Format Specialist converts standard print material or inaccessible online content into an alternative format (electronic, tactile, braille and/or audio) that is accessible for the student. The Alternate Format Specialist maintains the online screening tool for review of software and assists the Coordinator in gathering necessary documents from publishers/vendors.

Required Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent level of technology experience
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of PC operating systems
Knowledge of document scanning and alternative format conversion processes
Ability to format in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
Knowledge of Google Drive and OneDrive
Knowledge of process for formatting documents with navigational elements and descriptions of visual and graphical elements
Effective written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Detail oriented

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
Knowledge and understanding of alternate media methods and strategies

Required application documents

Resume

Hours per Week

12

Work Hours/Days

Varies depending on department need

Salary Grade Level

LVL3

Salary

Location

Overland Park Main Campus

Disclosures

Every employee of the college is expected to treat all members of the college community with dignity and respect demonstrating professional, courteous and respectful behavior and engage in constructive conflict resolution, when needed.

In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Johnson County Community College welcomes the application of any qualified candidate and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors which cannot be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email Hr@jccc.edu.

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Advertised: 21 Jun 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Jul 2021 Central Daylight Time