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Assistant Director, Alternative Access
 Colorado School Of Mines | |
$68,000 - 75,000 annual salary
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paid holidays, retirement plan
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 United States, Colorado, Golden | |
 Feb 08, 2025 | |
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Assistant Director, Alternative Access Posting Number: JR106187 Location: Colorado Engineering a world of possibilities Disability Support Services (DSS) at Colorado School of Mines seeks a dynamic and innovative Assistant Director for Alternative Access to lead efforts in providing accessible learning solutions and testing accommodations for students with disabilities. With effective collaboration and forward-thinking skills, the Assistant Director for Alternative Access ensures students registered with DSS receive equitable access to course materials, assistive technology, and testing services. In this role, the Assistant Director will oversee assistive technology operations, including managing vendor contracts, researching and evaluating new technologies, and implementing training programs. This position will serve as a resource and advocate for students and staff and other internal and external stakeholders on issues relating to assistive technology that impact students. As a member of Disability Support Services, this position receives a high level of cross-training and will be responsible for supporting disability registration, coordinating accommodations, and managing a student caseload. Responsibilities include approving and coordinating accommodations to address a range of disability-related barriers including but not limited to, real-time captioning, sign language interpreting, assistive technology, note-taking assistance, and alternative format texts. Additionally, they will support assistive technology needs at the Mines Testing Center, including text-to-speech (TTS) conversion. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act Section 504, Section 508, Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2), and Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA), the Assistant Director will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion. This is a full-time, 12-month position based on the Mines campus in Golden, Colorado. The role requires on campus work and flexibility to ensure adequate staffing during peak periods, such as the start of semesters and final exams. Primary Responsibilities ASSISSTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING, CONSULTATION, AND MANAGMENT/OVERSIGHT
DSS REGISTRATION AND ACCOMMODATION COORDINATION
CLASSROOM/COURSE ACCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
COMMITTEES' LIAISON
Minimal Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary and Benefits $68,000 - 75,000 annual salary Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees. Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits. How to Apply Applicants must: Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)
Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Application review will begin February 20, 2025. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by February 19, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed. It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance. Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position. About Mines & Golden, CO When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines. Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023). Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds. At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that's manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 "Very High Activity" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size. That size - roughly 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students - also translates to a close-knit campus community, where employees have opportunities to get involved in multiple ways, continued professional learning is valued and everyone can make an impact. Community Alliance groups bring together employees for professional development, networking, cultural awareness and community involvement, and all Mines employees also have access to the wealth of activities happening every day on campus - nationally-renowned speakers, special events and Mines traditions like Engineering Days, just to name a few. And don't get us started on our hometown. We are located in the heart of Golden, Colorado --with its charming historic downtown and nearby hiking trails - and in close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play. Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience? Look to Mines. Equal Opportunity Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses. Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce. Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety. Colorado's premier engineering and applied science university for 150 years and counting Apply online at https://mines.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Mines_Careers/job/Colorado/Assistant-Director--Alternative-Access_JR106187 jeid-f685de0a76a68e4d9b10dc2c0151972b | |