Alternative Media Coordinator (ASC II)/Services to Student with Disabilities

Alternative Media Coordinator (ASC II)/Services to Student with Disabilities
California State University, San Bernardino


Job No: 500852
Work type: Staff
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time














About CSUSB

California State University, San Bernardino is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in Inland Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, the university serves more than 20,000 students each year and graduates about 4,000 students annually. CSUSB reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire. Seventy percent of those who graduate are the first in their families to do so.

At CSUSB, you can:

• Build your future
• Work with the best
• Be your authentic self
• Focus on you
• Make a lasting impact
• Work for a purpose that is greater than your own
• Bring everything you are, become everything you want

Department Summary

The Office of Services to Students with Disabilities (SSD) is committed to providing eligible students accommodations that ensure equal access to learning and equal opportunity for academic success. SSD also works with its student advisory board as well as CSUSB faculty and staff to raise campus-wide awareness of issues related to disability, accessibility, and equity.

Since 1978, CSUSB has experienced dynamic growth in its population of students with disabilities. At California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) there are over 1,000 students with verified disabilities served by the SSD office. SSD provides the necessary support services instrumental for the achievement of chosen academic goals. Services are critical to a student's success; therefore, needs are assessed on an individual basis. This highly personalized approach has enabled SSD to successfully help thousands of students achieve their chosen academic goals.


Job Summary

Under general supervision, the incumbent will coordinate alternative media production service provision. Ensure compliance with local/state/federal laws about production and distribution of alternative media and participation in the CSU Aimhub system as the campus "Power User", and Bookshare. Assess the need for and recommend policy and procedural changes based on best practices in the field. Maintain the alternative media database and spreadsheets. The incumbent will correspond with faculty regarding textbooks and instructional materials. Oversees the creation of application and adaptation of media forms, including Braille, e-Text, audio, large print, and tactile graphics to meet individual disabled student learning requirements using various software packages making it possible for students to receive their textbooks and instructional materials in an accessible format that they can comprehend. Maintains the department's alternative media library, assistive technology lending library, and website.

Employment Status: Full-time, "non-exempt", probationary position (with the possibility of converting to permanent).

Talent Acquisition: *The initial review of applications will begin on July 14, 2021.


Work Schedule

• This position works Monday through Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Fridays 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and some Saturdays may be required.
• Summer Schedule Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm.

Key Qualifications

• Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
• Thorough mastery of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Expertise in using office software packages, technology, and systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently, and use judgment and discretion to act when precedents do not exist.
• Ability to troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to all inquiries and requests related to the work area.
• Ability to understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of office administration problems and solutions on other areas.
• Ability to analyze operational and procedural problems and develop, recommend, and evaluate proposed solutions.
• Ability to perform business math, analyze budgetary data, and make accurate projections requiring some inference.
• Ability to effectively write and present own reports.
• Ability to effectively handle interpersonal interactions at all levels and handle highly sensitive interpersonal situations.
• Ability to use negotiation and persuasion skills to achieve results and expedite projects.
• Knowledge of: Trends and developments in alternative media and assistive technology tools, equipment, and software available to address the specific needs of students in a college environment. Application and adaptation of media forms, including Braille, e-Text, audio, large print, and tactile graphics to meet individual disabled student learning requirements.
• Advanced techniques, uses, and operations of computers, specialized equipment, and software to produce materials in alternative media formats. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and other local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and court decisions applicable to providing accommodations and support to faculty, staff, and students with disabilities. Advanced techniques, uses, and operations of equipment and software to produce captioning for videos and live streaming materials. Principles of learning and learning styles and limitations associated with various types of disabilities.
• Principles and practices of sound business communication including English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Design and operational characteristics of software packages and databases used to support student programs and associated programming and query languages such as SQL.
• Principles of web design as required to advise on accessibility requirements and maintain the office website.
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including computers and applicable software programs.
• Understanding of Copyright laws.

Education and Experience

• These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in general office clerical or secretarial work or the equivalent.
• Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures.
• Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic.
• The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in making assessments and determining appropriate alternative media and assistive technologies to meet the needs of disabled students.
• Experience in the use, maintenance, and customization of software applications supporting the management of programs for students with disabilities.

Salary

Anticipated Hiring Range: Minimum: $ 3,352.00 Maximum: $4,334.00 per month

Classification Salary Range: Minimum: $3,352.00 Maximum: $5,639.00 per month


Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to furthering knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. In our commitment to diversity, we welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. Our commitment to work toward an environment that values diversity requires that we create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

The concept and dimensions of diversity are to be advanced and incorporated into every aspect of university activity, including student life, the curriculum, teaching, programs, staffing, personnel training practices, research, community services, events, and all other areas of university endeavor.

Dimensions of diversity shall include but are not limited to, the following: race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ability, socioeconomic status, cultural orientation, national origin, and age.

The implementation of the Commitment to Diversity will rest with the university as a whole. In addition to a personal commitment and involvement, the president may use the University Diversity Committee, campus administrators, faculty, staff, and students as well as other members of the campus community to effectively implement the philosophy and intent of this statement.

Supplemental Information

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information: http://hrd.csusb.edu/conflictInterest.html

This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)



To view full description and to apply, visit: https://www.csusb.edu




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