Access Consultant

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Type of Position:Professional Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:Disability Resource Center

Department's Website:

ualr.edu/disability

Summary of Job Duties:The Access Consultant (Programming) will consult and collaborate with faculty, students, other campus stakeholders, and outside entities regarding Universal Design and reframing disability. Facilitate access via accommodations, including those related to communication, the physical environment, print materials, and technology. Represent UALR locally and nationally by providing technical assistance and networking with other institutions and agencies. Perform other related duties as required. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in disability studies, social work, counseling, higher education, rehabilitation, special education, or related field.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Two years experience in the disability field, preferably in higher education;
• Understanding of the intersection of information technology and disability, and experience in identifying and removing barriers;
• Proficient in sign language.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate proactive approaches to comprehensive accessibility for all campus events;
• Establish collaborative relationships by serving on campus committees as appropriate;
• Participate in strategic plan activities;
• Contribute to the writing of grant proposals to receive funding for initiatives that support the creation of more usable, inclusive, and sustainable learning environments;
• Serve as liaison to the campus on issues of event programming;
• Assist with the acquisition of textbooks in alternate formats;
• Provide training and technical assistance to faculty, staff, administrators, and students;
• Meet and collaborate with students to determine appropriate accommodations;
• Maintain student records by documenting communications with and regarding students, recording recommended course of action or accommodations, and collecting documentation provided by the student;
• Contribute to content for student e-newsletter and faculty/staff e-newsletter;
• Conduct workshops and conference presentations;
• Contribute to content revisions for departmental publications;
• Provide technical assistance to students using Assistive Technology;
• Respond to requests from interpreters, readers, and tutors for books needed from the bookstore; obtain publisher desk copies and return books to the bookstore;
• Supervise Practicum and Intern graduate assistants.

Knowledge, Skills, and abilities

• Knowledge of universal design and social model of disability;
• Knowledge of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act;
• Organizational skills;
• Writing skills;
• Communication skills, including public speaking;
• Computer skills, including database, spreadsheet, and word processing.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Additional Information:

Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position.

Recruitment Contact Information:

Reed Claiborne, Director, rhclaiborne@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible:Yes