[Job-Listings] San Francisco: Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired hiring Access Technology Specialist

[David Andrews]

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>Access Technology Specialist
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>POSITION:Â Â Access Technology Specialist
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>REPORTS TO:Â Â Director, Access Technology
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>STATUS:Â  Exempt
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>APPLICATION DEADLINE:Â  Open Until Filled
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>Job Purpose:
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>The LightHouse for the Blind and Visually 
>impaired is seeking an access technology 
>specialist in our Access Technology department. 
>The AT department trains 300 students each year 
>on the use of screen readers and magnification 
>software, and partners with dozens of companies 
>to ensure apps, websites, and products are 
>accessible to blind and visually impaired users.
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>The Access Technology Specialist is responsible 
>for providing technology assessments and 
>training to blind and visually impaired students 
>both one on one and in group workshops. 
>Specialists work with each student to define 
>learning goals, present material in a clear and 
>comprehensive manner, and document instruction 
>in the LightHouse database. Specialists stay 
>current on the latest access technology, and the 
>accessibility of mainstream apps to provide 
>high-quality assessments to students. 
>Specialists work on LightHouse consulting 
>projects in the areas of accessible design and user research.
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>This position may be for you if:
>    * You keep pace with the latest in mainstream and access technology
>    * You are interested in the interactions 
> between people and the technologies they use.
>    * You enjoy spending significant parts of 
> your workday interacting with students
>    * You enjoy explaining technical concepts to others
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>Role Overview:Â (main duties)
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>This role will conduct comprehensive assistive 
>technology assessments. In addition, they will 
>work with students to define schedules, goals, 
>and objectives for technology training.
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>This position will deliver one on one technology 
>training to blind and visually impaired students 
>on a variety of technologies, at LightHouse, at 
>worksites, and in students’ homes once it 
>becomes safe to do so. In the meantime, 
>classroom training is conducted virtually, normally via zoom.
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>This individual will also design and deliver 
>group workshops on current technology topics, 
>design and deliver corporate training related to 
>accessibility. The Access Technology Specialist 
>will also provide accessibility feedback on 
>products and websites as part of LightHouse 
>access technology consulting projects.
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>The ATS will keep accurate and timely records of 
>student progress in the LightHouse database.
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>Other Job Duties:
>    * Other duties as assigned.
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>Minimum Qualifications:
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>The LightHouse welcomes nontraditional 
>applicants and applicants with diverse backgrounds and experience.Â
>    * In-depth knowledge of the following operating systems:
>        * Windows
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>        * Mac OS
>        * iOS
>        * Android
>    * Advanced user of screen reading and 
> magnification software for desktop and mobile operating systems.
>    * In-depth knowledge of non-visual 
> techniques for information access including:
>    * Efficiently navigating websites,
>    * Using apps and software to access printed material.
>    * Using GPS apps for navigation.
>    * Demonstrated ability to create lesson plans,
>    * Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive technology assessments.
>    * High level of emotional intelligence to 
> relate to students at all levels of adjustment to blindness.
>    * Demonstrated ability to convey technical 
> knowledge in a clear and approachable manner,
>    * Ability to learn new technologies from documentation and tutorials.
>    * Experienced and comfortable delivering 
> classroom training and presentations via virtual software such as Zoom.
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>Preferred Qualifications:Â
>    * Knowledge of web accessibility standards.
>    * Proficiency in the UEB Braille code.
>    * Fluency in a second language in addition to English.
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>Education:    Bachelor’s degree in 
>Education, Rehabilitation Teaching, Computer 
>Science, or comparable degree/experience.Â
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>Compensation:  Depending on Experience; “industry competitive”
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>How to Apply:
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>After reviewing the complete Job Description 
>please submit an application online via our 
>website at 
><https://lighthouse-sf.org/about/careers/senior-executive-assistant/>https://lighthouse-sf.org/about/careers/Â 
>as well as a cover letter and résumé as word 
>processing document attachments (no PDFs 
>please), to 
><mailto:hr at lighthouse-sf.org>hr at lighthouse-sf.org, 
>including the job title in the subject line. We 
>will not consider videos or hyperlinks to online 
>profiles. Due to time constraints, we will only 
>respond to complete submissions. Thanks for your understanding.
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>Working Conditions:
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>LightHouse is an equal opportunity employer. 
>LightHouse policy and the law prohibit 
>discrimination and harassment based on an 
>individual’s race, ancestry, religion or 
>religious creed (including religious dress and 
>grooming practices), color, age (40 and over), 
>sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity 
>or expression, genetic information, national 
>origin (including language use restrictions), 
>marital status, medical condition (including 
>cancer and genetic characteristics), physical or 
>mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), 
>military or veteran status, pregnancy, 
>childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical 
>conditions, denial of Family and Medical Care 
>leave, height and weight, or any other 
>classification protected by federal, state, or 
>local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Our 
>policy and the law prohibit co-workers, third 
>parties, supervisors, and managers from engaging in such conduct.
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>LightHouse personnel is employed on an at-will 
>basis. Employment at-will means that the 
>employment relationship may be terminated, with 
>or without cause and with or without advance 
>notice at any time by the employee or the 
>Agency. We strive to maintain a scent-free 
>environment and a drug-free workplace.
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