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Senior ACM Accommodation Assistant- STEM

Rutgers University
United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick
Jan 27, 2025
Position Details
Position Information


Recruitment/Posting Title Senior ACM Accommodation Assistant- STEM
Posting Number 24TM0487
Department Access and Disability Resouces
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior ACM Accommodation Assistant for the Access and Disability Resources.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

  • Assists in coordinating the conversion of course materials into accessible versions for students with disabilities.
  • Converts textbook and course materials into accessible formats which include ongoing communication with instructors, the Bookstores, private vendors, contact with Access Text Network (go between service provider and textbook publishers), and accessing and converting online resources (instructor online notes, E-Reserves, etc.).
  • Oversees the conversion process and serve as a backup to scanning and proofing course content to ensure the timely and effective delivery of accessible materials in alternate formats.
  • Meets individually with students registered with the Office of Disability Services to evaluate the needs related to technological requirements and provide interventions and solutions for accessing course information, technologies, and resources.
  • Trains students on the use of assistive technologies such as Kurzweil, Voice-Over, Dragon Naturally Speaking, NVDA, and Jaws.
  • Converts exams into accessible formats for the student (i.e., enlarged fonts).
  • Supports the disability services offices, as well as other duties as assigned.

Position Status Part Time
Hours Per Week 20
Daily Work Shift Rotating
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary 20.00
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in either IT, or STEM-related field to assist in the coordination of Alternate Course Materials and daily office operations.
  • Experience working in disability services, with an understanding of accessibility needs and accommodations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Detail oriented.
  • Must have experience working with the following software: Microsoft Access 2010, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Must have an understanding and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security of all information.
  • Excellent communication skills; listening, oral and written.

Equipment Utilized
  • Mathpix, ABBYY, Adobe, Kurzweil, JAWS, TextHelp.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details


Posting Open Date 12/06/2024
Posting Close Date 02/03/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Downtown New Brunswick
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.


Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.



Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement


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