Job Details

Oversees the production of alternate media enabling students/staff/community members with disability access to all instruction/services provided by the college; includes the production of alternate print material, such as E-text, Large print, Braille, Audio Recording, etc., consultation to the college on issues of access for students with disabilities to electronic media, such as Closed/Open Captioning, Kiosks, Teleconferencing, Descriptive audio, Phone Services, etc.

Requests supplies, hardware, software and materials; contacts vendors for competitive prices and recommends purchases; maintains accurate inventory of supplies, materials and equipment; requests and receives instructional materials for assignments.

Maintains accurate records related to the production of media, permission received from the appropriate source and priority of media produced; updates and maintains progress records of various assignments.

Provides students with assistance and training in the operation of various adaptive computer technologies and adaptive equipment.

Maintains records on configuration and location of all access technology across campus; assist Instructional Technology services with installation and configuration of access technology across campus.

Provides group in-service and one-on-one assistance to college personnel in their design and development of electronic information to assure they meet access guidelines; provides technical assistance and consultation to campus community, including Book Center, Library, computer labs, career development and to management, faculty and classified committees on access requirements for persons with disabilities.

Researches and stays abreast of current and emerging technologies in the alternate media field; maintains a database with accurate and complete records of all materials/orders and archives e-texts and captioned media.

Develops and maintains a current resource bank of access strategies for distance education; provide assistance to college personnel in their design and development of web pages and distance education materials to assure they meet access guidelines.

Maintains a positive, helpful, and constructive attitude and effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and other faculty and staff, students and the community.

Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.

Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed.

Sensitivity to and understanding of the disabilities and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Under the direction of the Director, Disabled Student Programs & Services oversees the production of alternate media enabling students/staff/community members with disability access to all instruction/services provided by the college. Serves as primary contact person on campus as it relates to media access for students with disabilities. Provides technical assistance to college staff and faculty regarding legal requirements and technology for making all types of media accessible. Consults on issues of access to Distance Education.

The Alternate Media Specialist maintains frequent contact with students, faculty, staff, management, the community, various departments and outside agencies.

Knowledge of the special needs and requirements of disabled students

Knowledge of assistive technology and electronic information equipment, software, and programs for individuals with various disabilities

Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, such as sections 508 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, AB422 and copyright law

Knowledge of electronic media, such as Closed/Open Captioning, Kiosks, Teleconferencing, Descriptive audio, Phone Services, etc

Knowledge of Distance education access guidelines for community colleges

Knowledge of on-line program and course delivery, effective web page design, layout, and maintenance

Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives

Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary

Knowledge of record keeping procedures

Knowledge of appropriate software and databases

Ability to provide group and one-on-one in-service training to college personnel on a variety of alternate media issues

Ability to troubleshoot computer software and hardware problems relative to the production of alternate media

Ability to produce alternate print material, such as E-text, Large print, Braille, Audio Recording, etc

Ability to interpret, apply and explain laws, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to assess, analyze, implement and evaluate research project activities

Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work

Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Ability to work independently with little direction

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions

Ability to communicate efficiently both orally and in writing

Ability to supervise, train and provide work direction to others

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a transcript with degree posted (may be unofficial). Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.

An Associate degree from an accredited college/university.

Two years of experience using technology to create alternate media formats.

Training in the field of assistive technologies/alternate media.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Experience using multi-modal approaches and student-centered pedagogy to meet the needs of students with disabilities, nontraditional students, first generation, immigrant, and low-income students.

Knowledge of Kurzweil 1000/3000, WYNN, and Claro Read applications.

Knowledge of MathType and Scientific Notebook for alternate formatting purposes.

Familiarity with Duxbury Braille software and BANA formatting template.

An assistive technology certificate such as from CSUN https://www.csun.edu/cod/assistive-technology-certificate-program

Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.

College or District office environment; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person one-on-one, in a group setting or on the telephone; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; seeing to read a variety of printed materials and information on a computer screen for extended periods of time; hearing to transcribe auditory material into print and other alternate formats; ability to lift objects of medium weight (less than 50 pounds) on an occasional basis.

Work Schedule: District employees can apply for the Flexible/Hybrid Work Program, working a hybrid schedule of remote work and in-person each week. Approval and number of in-person days may vary by position/department. Questions regarding the work schedule may be discussed with Hiring Manager if selected as an interview candidate.

This is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within six (6) months.

To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "N/A" (not applicable). Do not use terms such as "see resume" or "see attached".

The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.

All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Minimum Qualifications - Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).

Minimum Qualifications - Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on a legible unofficial transcript.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or coursework are required. See our website at https://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.