Assistive Technology Specialist
- Employer
- Fayetteville State University
- Location
- Fayetteville, NC
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Assistive Technology Specialist
Working Title::Assistive Technology Specialist
Position Number::006300
Full-Time Or Part-Time::Full Time
Time Limited Position::No
Number of Vacancies::1
Department::Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services
Posting Number::0401899
SHRA/EHRA::Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Job Category::Professional
Hiring Range::Commensurate with Education and Experience
Overall Position Competency::Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Primary Purpose of the Organization::The Division of Student Affairs is committed to providing an exceptional co-curricular experience, supportive of the academic mission at Fayetteville State University from orientation through graduation. With a strong emphasis on total student development, the division strives to prepare each student for a productive, ethical and meaningful life after college, while fostering an inclusive campus community in support of the educational mission of the university.The primary mission of The Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services (CCAS) is to provide programs and outreach services to promote student engagement and assist in the emotional, psychological, physical and intellectual development of students with diverse backgrounds.
CCAS provides counseling services, accessibility accommodations, and disability support services designed to ensure equitable access to academic programs, campus facilities, and university services. Accessibility Services (AS) ensures compliance with federal and state disability laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Accessibility Services coordinates reasonable accommodations, provides consultation to faculty and staff, and promotes inclusive practices that remove barriers to learning and participation for students with disabilities.
The Assistive Technology Specialist serves as a professional staff member within the Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services and reports to the Associate Director of Accessibility Services. The Assistive Technology Specialist is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing assistive technology solutions that support students with disabilities in accessing academic programs, instructional technologies, and university services.The position provides assistive technology assessments, demonstrations, and training to students, faculty, and staff while collaborating with campus partners to ensure that instructional technologies and digital learning environments are accessible. The Assistive Technology Specialist also supports accessibility initiatives that promote inclusive learning environments and improve access to educational materials and university programs.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements::- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Higher Education Administration, Educational or Informational Technology, Computer Science, Disability Studies, or a closely related field.
- At least one year of professional experience supporting individuals with disabilities through assistive technology services, accessibility services, or disability support programs is required, preferably within a higher education, community college, or K–12 educational setting.
- Knowledge of assistive technology tools and accessibility software used to support individuals with disabilities.
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills related to assistive technology and digital accessibility.
- Ability to communicate complex assistive technology information clearly to students, faculty, and staff.
- Ability to collaborate with campus partners to support accessibility within academic and digital learning environments.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced and confidential environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to accessibility, equity, and inclusive practices.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Three (3) or more years of professional experience supporting individuals with disabilities through assistive technology services, accessibility services, or disability support programs within a higher education, community college, or K–12 educational setting.
Notice to Applicants::Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
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Additional Information for Applicants::All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.
EEO Statement::This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
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Working at Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville State University (FSU) is a member of the prestigious University of North Carolina System. Situated in southeastern North Carolina, FSU prides itself in being in one of the most diverse cities in the country and neighbor to one of the nation’s largest military installations – Fort Bragg.
FSU has a rich history that serves as genesis for its current status as a leading institution of higher learning. A year after the Civil War ended, the Phillips School provided primary education to Fayetteville’s black citizens, and the Sumner School provided intermediate education for this population. The two schools were consolidated in 1869 and dedicated in April of that year as the Howard School, in honor of the Freedman’s Bureau chief General O.O. Howard. Seven prominent African-American men pooled $136 to purchase two lots for the first building that housed the Howard School. Robert Harris was named the first principal of the Howard School.
In 1877, the Howard School became not just the first public normal school for African Americans in North Carolina but also the first state-sponsored institution for the education of African-American teachers in the South. It was renamed the State Colored Normal School in Fayetteville that year, Fayetteville State Teachers College in 1939, Fayetteville State College in 1963, and Fayetteville State University in 1969.
While FSU’s roots are as a teacher education institution, it now offers nearly 70 degrees at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels. Many of the programs are accredited by the top agencies. The university’s School of Business and Economics is endorsed by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is one of the most prestigious and rigorous accrediting bodies for business programs in higher education. Currently, less than one-third of U.S. business programs and only 15% of the world's business programs have earned AACSB accreditation. Receipt of this distinguished accreditation provides evidence that FSU’s School of Business and Economics has established itself as a leader among business schools. Additionally, the Master of Business Administration program has been cited by U.S. News and World Report and The Princeton Review as one of the best graduate business school programs in the country. The Department of Criminal Justice is accredited by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). FSU’s criminal justice program is the only such program in North Carolina to hold ACJS certification.
FSU is rapidly becoming a center for research and technology. In spring 2010, the university, in conjunction with the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, cut the ribbon on the Southeastern North Carolina Regional Microanalytical and Imaging Center. The center is home to the electron microprobe, an advanced imaging tool that magnifies objects up to 300,000 times.
FSU is a partner in the community. The institution has formulated a strong relationship with the local municipality and with civic and social organizations in the area. The institution enjoys its partnership with its military neighbors. In the coming years, as a result of Base Realignment
and Closure (BRAC), Fort Bragg will be home to more than 50,000 soldiers and some of the nation’s top military brass. To address their educational needs, FSU has implemented a degree in intelligence studies with plans to offer more academic programs with the military in mind.
Students who come to FSU know they will be learning in a nurturing environment from some of the top scholars in their respective fields. As they matriculate, they know their degrees will prepare them to be 21st century global scholars, change agents, and contributing members of society.
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