Revoicer (Part-Time Temporary)

Revoicer (Part-Time Temporary)

Location: Inst. for Human Development
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Job ID: 606827
Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Workplace Culture

NAU is a community devoted to student success and sustained by an unshakable commitment to our shared mission, vision, and values. We—faculty, staff, and administrators—thrive by combining our efforts and working side by side to further NAU's culture of excellence.



Special Information

• This position is subject to the availability of funding. The incumbent is not eligible for Service Professional non-renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.
• The location of this position will be within the home of the staff member needing services.

Job Description

This position provides revoicing support to an IHD employee for approximately 5-10 hours/week. A revoicer provides communication assistance - is the speaking voice - for a person who communicates by using a pointer attached to a helmet, which they use to tap either a computer screen or letters/words on a board. The revoicer will speak the words/sentences, confirming the sentences are correct, and relaying the message to listeners.

The majority of this work will be conducted at the home of the employee needing this service (with a personal caregiver also present), although work may sometimes be completed on the Flagstaff Mountain NAU campus.

Revoicing - 90%

• Provide revoicing services for the employee in academic settings such as:
• classroom lectures and discussions (students will be present), and/or
• one-on-one and small group meetings with students.

Provide revoicing services for the employee during work-related meetings or events.

Read work related written materials to the employee.

Administrative - 5%

• Document the employee's feedback to students or respond to emails.
• General administrative duties such as completing paperwork, and assisting with communication.

Other - 5%

• Other duties as assigned.
• Attend trainings as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate the English language verbally and in writing.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Interest in education and working with people who have a disability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with online learning management systems, such as Blackboard.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Introductory knowledge of the field of disabilities.
• Understanding of the classroom setting and environment in higher education.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency with online video-conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Teams.

Abilities

• Has problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
• Visual ability to see the computer screen.
• Ability to work independently and with indirect supervision.
• Ability to speak clearly to communicate information.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

Background Information

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Anticipated salary range is $18 - $20 an hour. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

FLSA Status

This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time according to University policy. Further, the employee must submit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.

Benefits

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

December 5, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Know Your Rights Poster and Supplements

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.



To apply, visit https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=606827&PostingSeq=1



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