Assistive Technology Coordinator - Fairfax County, VA, United States - Northern VA Community College

Northern VA Community College
Northern VA Community College
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Fairfax County, VA, United States

3 weeks ago

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Posting Summary


Working Title

  • Assistive Technology Coordinator
    Role Title
  • Info Technology Specialist I
    Role Code
FP
FLSA

  • Exempt
    Pay Band
  • 04
    Position Number

Agency

  • Northern VA Community College
    Division
  • NV280-Office of Student Services
    Work Location
  • Fairfax County 059
    Hiring Range
- $65,000-$75,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel

  • No
    EEO Category
  • C-Technician
    Full Time or Part Time
  • Full Time
    Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 am 5:00 pm
    Sensitive Position
  • No
    General Description:


The Assistive Technology Coordinator procures, maintains, inventories, distributes and demonstrates the use of the assistive technology hardware and software for NOVA students with physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities.

The Coordinator may also supervise these same activities provided by an Assistive Technology Specialist.

This position is also responsible for overseeing the manner in which Accommodations and Accessibility Services organizes, stores, and accesses student information.

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Duties and Tasks:


  • Work with Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, website managers, and other departments to oversee the use of AT
  • Conduct regular needs assessment to determine students' level of proficiency in using AT
  • Ensure that AT is available and current on all campuses where technology is available to the public including, but not limited to: Libraries, Testing Centers, Tutoring Centers, and open Computer Labs
  • Provide training to students, faculty, and staff in the use of AT and ensure technologies are used effectively throughout the college
  • Work with the Director of Accommodations and Accessibility Services to procure AT equipment and software
  • Update software licenses as needed
  • Use a database to maintain an accurate inventory of AT equipment and software to include AT that is available on each campus and loaned to students
  • Collaborate with outside agencies, school systems and vendors to insure continuity of services and supports
  • Collect hardware and equipment at the end of each semester
  • Serve as the database manager for Accommodations and Accessibility Services
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining networks; and participating in professional organizations

Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.


KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required KSAs:


  • Knowledge and competence of various assistive technology tools
  • Knowledge of the essentials of database management
  • Ability to use online learning development tools with an understanding of various methods of electronic communication
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office, to include Word and Excel

Minimum Qualifications:


  • Experience in disability services and delivery of assistive technology.
  • Proficient in completing software testing and accessibility checks.
  • Experience in customer support and customer service.

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:


  • Experience determining the needs of programs and individuals with regard to the use of Assistive Technology at the college level
  • Experience providing information and training to programs and individuals with regard to the use of assistive technology at the college level
  • Experience with database management and data analysis

Operation of a State Vehicle

  • No
    Supervises Employees
  • Yes
    Required Travel
  • N/APosting Detail Information

Posting Number

  • CLS_3025P
    Recruitment Type


  • General Public

  • G
    Number of Vacancies
  • 1
    Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

  • 05/13/2024
    Job Close Date
  • 05/30/2024
    Open Until Filled
  • No
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