Access Specialist

University of Minnesota - Access Specialist

Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job ID: 364904

Job Family: LR-Clerical

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Code: 1811

Employee Class: AFSCME Unit 6 - Clerical

About the Job

The Access Specialist position works with students and staff to provide equitable access across campus and provides specialized assistance as required. This is a 100%, 12-months labor-represented continuing position (job class 1811, Office Support Assistant).

Responsibilities:

1. Provide 1:1 physical access assistance for students and staff, as assigned.
2. Assist navigation of inaccessible course content or materials.
3. Fulfill note-taking and lab assistance requests.
4. Proctor, scribe, and read exams as assigned in the Testing Center.
5. Support Testing Coordinators' work and the Testing Center processes.
6. Support with converting inaccessible materials.
7. Train student employees.
8. Attend DRC and OED all-staff meetings.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Work Days: Monday to Friday with some evenings (and Saturdays during finals).

Pay Range: $21.63/hr - $25.25/hr

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma/GED and one year of related office/clerical experience (some education can substitute for some of the experience).
2. Ability to work with others.
3. Attention to detail.
4. Organizational skills.
5. Flexible and accommodating.
6. Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening).
7. Able to maintain boundaries (i.e., when scribing and reading without tutoring, explaining, or coaching).
8. Must be comfortable taking notes in class and working independently.
9. Desire to work with students and staff members with a variety of disabilities.
10. Familiarity with computers (both PC and Macintosh) and accompanying software applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working with individuals who are blind or low vision.
2. At least one semester of experience as an access assistant.
3. Ability to learn new computer software quickly.
4. Creative problem-solving skills.
5. Background in math and/or science and/or computer science.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity Employment Requirements:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.