Technology Access Consultant

Closing Date:

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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Required Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED;

• Education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas (Web accessibility, Assistive technology for people with disabilities, Communication skills, Information technology hardware expertise, Word processing, Database management, Organizational skills).

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree;

• Supervise and train student workers;

• Education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas (HTML and Website Development, Integrated administration software).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate proactive approaches to comprehensive technology accessibility campus-wide, including determination of accessibility of potential hardware and software purchases;

• Establish collaborative relationships by serving on campus committees as appropriate;

• Participate in strategic plan activities;

• Provide training and technical assistance to faculty, staff, administrators, and students, especially regarding accessible information technology (including web, mobile apps, online components of textbooks, software and hardware);

• Respond to faculty and student requests for conversion of materials to Braille or other alternate formats;

• Produce and supervise production of alternate formats for textbooks and handouts (e.g., digital, Braille, large print, and recorded);

• Collaborate with students using AT both on campus and in online classes, providing training and support when necessary;

• Consult and contract with outside experts as needed;

• Partner with faculty to assess online and on campus courses for accessibility, provide advice on accessible design, and make necessary changes;

• Supervise and train student workers and other extra labor support staff.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of ADAAA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act;

• Knowledge of Assistive Technologies;

• Knowledge of universal design and social model of disability;

• Communication skills, including public speaking;

• Technical writing skills;

• Computer skills, including database, spreadsheet, and word processing;

• Conflict resolution skills;

• Counseling skills;

• Organizational skills;

• Public speaking and presentation skills;

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle;

• Perform other related duties as required.

Additional Information:

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.