Assistant Director/Student Development Specialist

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Wellness and Inclusion

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director consults with and collaborates with faculty, students, other campus stakeholders, and outside entities regarding Universal Design, reframing disability, and other relevant issues. Facilitate access via accommodations, including those related to communication, the physical environment, print materials, and technology. This position reports to the Director of the Disability Resource Center. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree;

• Two years of experience in the disability field, preferably in higher education;

• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in a higher education setting.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree;

• Understanding of the intersection of information technology and disability, and experience in identifying and removing barriers;

• Proficient in sign language.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Student responsibilities

  • Meet and collaborate with students to determine appropriate accommodations, including those related to communication, the physical environment, print materials, and technology;

  • Assist with the acquisition of textbooks in alternate formats as needed.

  • Facilitate in-person and online groups for students in areas such as using adaptive technology and self-advocacy;

  • Provide technical assistance to students using Assistive Technology;

  • Refer students to other relevant resources on campus.
     

• Administrative responsibilities

  • Contribute to content revisions for departmental publications;

  • Contribute to the writing of grant proposals to receive funding for initiatives that support the creation of more usable, inclusive, and sustainable learning environments;

  • Maintain student records by documenting communications with and regarding students, recor