[blindlaw] NW ADA Center Vacancy for continuing education coordinator

[Nightingale, Noel]

From: Olson, Toby (ESD) [mailto:TOlson2 at ESD.WA.GOV]
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From: Evans, John (DSHS/DVR)
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Subject: NW ADA Center Vacancy
Hello Toby,

If you can spread the word on this job announcement, it would be greatly appreciated! Hope all is well!

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=101074&szCandidateID=0&szReturnToSearch=1

Description:

The Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation (CCER) is dedicated to promoting access and inclusion for people with disabilities through education, collaboration and connection to resources.  CCER is a part of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington.  The Northwest ADA Center is a program within CCER which provides information, training, and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to all constituencies within Region 10 (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington).

The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Continuing Education Coordinator.  The position reports to the Director of Northwest ADA Center Programs.  Organizationally, the position is part of the Center for Continuing Educations in Rehabilitation (CCER) which is housed within the University of Washington, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
*  Conduct , design and implement training on all titles of the ADA for individuals and organizations within the Federal Region10.  This training may occur face-to-face or via distance education. Provide on-site accessibility assessments of building and other facilities.  Develop and complete systematic evaluations in order to provide useful feedback regarding outcomes to sponsors, clients, administrators, staff and other relevant constituencies regarding Northwest ADA Center technical assistance and training.
*  Provide technical assistance in complex cases, continuing education and technical consultation services related to compliance of facility and public rights-of-way with accessibility provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other -related federal and state requirements for professionals, businesses, state and local government agencies and consumers for a four state region (Region10 -Washington, Alaska, Idaho and Oregon). Provide technical assistance and training on employment provisions of the ADA and other employment-related federal and state statutes. Technical assistance and continuing education may occur by telephone, email, face-to-face or via distance education.   Liaise with architects, engineers, building officials and others requiring specialized knowledge of accessibility-related standards and codes and transportation regulations. Collaborate with the National ADA Network as requested/needed.
*  Manage the Northwest ADA Center ADA Trainer Network (ATN) including organizational development, implementation and support of the program.  Provide training, evaluation and ongoing technical support for all participants within Region 10 on the ATN training program in support of the mission of the Northwest ADA Center.  This includes working with the Regional State Affiliates to manage and implement the program in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington States.
*  Design, develop, produce and evaluate accessible technical assistance documents, web content, training resources and curriculum for the Northwest ADA Center federal grant H133A110015.  Assist with writing and submitting requests for program training and research.
*  As directed, investigate opportunities for funding and project development, including the establishment of partnerships for such activities.
*  Attend appropriate academic and continuing education programs to remain up to date and informed of major trends in the field or rehabilitation and to related skills and knowledge.
*  Assist in the compilation and writing of grant progress reports.
*  Work with all staff at CCER to develop and conduct training programs and provide assistance to self-directed work teams addressing other Northwest ADA Center and CCER Activities.

Lead Responsibilities:

Manage the Northwest ADA Center ADA Trainer Network (ATN) including organizational development, implementation and support of the program.

REQUIREMENTS:

MA/MS in related field

3+ years' experience providing curriculum development, design and providing continuing education on a myriad of topics and in multiple formats, as well as providing technical assistance, training and other related services in an ADA or disability related program.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration.

DESIRED:

Proven ability to develop, design and implement distance education/curriculum.
Experience working with specific disability population(s)
Expertise in Assistive Technology

Condition of Employment:

Requires ability to travel frequently on a regional and national basis.