Program Coordinator, Assistive Technology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Reporting to the Associate Director of Operations, the Program Coordinator for
Assistive Technology will be responsible for coordinating reasonable
accommodations and support services for students, as well as assessment,
training, and short term loan of assistive technology for students registered
with Disability Resources and Services. This position facilitates the
procurement or production of materials in accessible, alternate formats. The
Program Coordinator functions as a resource to University faculty and staff on
the inclusion of students with a disability, with a service emphasis on the
utilization of assistive technology. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience working with
post-secondary disability services. Expertise in evaluating documentation of
disability; determining eligibility for services and accommodations; and
generating a plan for the provisions of services and accommodations.
Demonstrated experience partnering with community agencies to enable greater
access to and participation in higher education by persons with a disability.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Mastery of relevant legislation i.e. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
Section 504, and related standards.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred:
Master’s degree in a field related to education, psychology, social services,
or technology.
Assistive Technology certification, or willingness to obtain certification
within the first two years of employment.
Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for
all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status,
national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any
other status protected by law.
Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the
position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal,
financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and
outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment
responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand
and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and. employment policies
and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which
their essential functions cause them to interact.
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website at www.temple.edu<http://www.temple.edu>.
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policies, and procedures related to campus safety and can be found at:
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Safety Services at 215-204-7900.
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