Access Specialist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The access specialist position works with students and staff to provide equitable access across campus and provides specialized assistance as required.
In general, an access specialist can expect to spend variable amounts of time on the following tasks:

• Provide 1:1 access assistance for students and staff, as assigned;
• Assist navigation of inaccessible course content or materials, such as providing visual description of
  pictures/graphics or submitting materials online when course technology is inaccessible;
• Fulfill note-taking and lab assistance requests;
• Proctor, scribe, and read exams as assigned in the Testing Center;
• Support testing coordinators work and Testing Center processes;
• Support with converting inaccessible materials.
• Train student employees.
• Attend DRC and OED all-staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT ON THE JOB:

• The access specialist position will have opportunities to participate in experiences across campus, which allow
  them to develop and demonstrate interpersonal and professional skills. These skills and characteristics for success
  and citizenship are learned and refined during their college years and beyond.

Essential Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and one year of general office/clerical experience. Training/education may
  substitute some of the experience.
• Ability to work with others.
• Attention to details.
• Experience with people with disabilities.
• Organizational skills.
• Flexible and accommodating
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and listening skills).
• Able to maintain boundaries (i.e. when scribing and reading without tutoring, explaining, or coaching).
• Must be comfortable taking notes in class and working independently.
• Desire to work with students and staff members with a variety of disabilities.
• Familiarity with computers (both PC and Macintosh) and accompanying software applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Pay Range: $21.63-$25.25/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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 and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

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

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).