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A number of folks have reported problems with the attachment regarding
the job opening at the New Mexico Commission for the Blind. Accordingly,
I am placing the text in the body of this email. Would you please re-send
this?<br>
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Thanks.<br>
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Cordially,<br>
<br>
Curtis Chong<br>
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<div align="center">Job Announcement<br>
Assistive Technology Specialist Vacancy in New Mexico<br>
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Greetings:<br>
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The New Mexico Commission for the Blind is recruiting for an Assistive
Technology Specialist. The position is in our Albuquerque office and
serves Central and Northern New Mexico.<br>
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The most relevant aspects of the job posting are provided below.
The closing date is December 5.<br>
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To reach the job posting:<br>
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1. Visit the following
link to go directly to the posting:<br><br>
<a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1583344/assistive-technology-specialist-nmcfb-64313">
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newmexico/jobs/1583344/assistive-technology-specialist-nmcfb-64313</a>
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or<br>
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2. Go to the State of New
Mexico NM State Personnel Website at
<a href="www.spo.state.nm.htm">www.spo.state.nm.us</a>, click the link
for View Job Opportunities And Apply, and enter the job title in the
search field.<br>
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Applications will only be accepted through the New Mexico State Personnel
Office online application system!<br>
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For users of screen access technology, please be advised that the online
application is difficult to complete independently using screen access
technology. Screen reader users who experience difficulty with the
application utility should contact Ms. Andrea Rivera-Smith of the State
Personnel Office @ (505) 695-5606 for assistance. She can
also confirm that your application (including uploaded transcripts,
licenses, etc.) has been successfully received for consideration.<br>
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Please forward this announcement to any individuals that you believe
might be interested in a great job with our agency. Interested
individuals can contact me to discuss the position. <br>
<br>
Thank you.<br>
<br>
Cordially,<br>
<br>
Curtis Chong <br>
Manager, Assistive Technology Program<br>
New Mexico Commission for the Blind<br>
Phone: 505-383-2239<br>
<a href="http://www.cfb.state.nm.us">www.cfb.state.nm.us</a><br>
<a href="mailto:Curtis.Chong@state.nm.us">Curtis.Chong@state.nm.us</a><br>
<div align="center">New Mexico Commission for the Blind<br>
Vacancy Announcement<br>
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Job Title: Assistive Technology Specialist <br>
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time<br>
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Regular/Temporary: Regular - Permanent<br>
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Closing Date: December 5, 2016<br>
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Pay Grade: 65<br>
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Salary: The salary range for this position is $31,782 - $55,307 Annually,
($15.28 - $26.59 Hourly). Offered salary will be based on education
and experience.<br>
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Benefits: Full State of New Mexico benefits, including health insurance,
life insurance, retirement, sick leave, annual leave, and ten
holidays.<br>
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Purpose of Position:<br><br>
This position will support blind/visually impaired clients by evaluating
their technology needs, analyzing their education and workplace
environments, researching solutions to technical problems, configuring
and delivering customized personal computer systems and assistive
technology, and orienting and training clients in the use of specialized
hardware and software in order to help them obtain or maintain
employment.<br>
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Minimum Education and Experience requirements:<br>
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Associates degree and two (2) years of professional experience in
assistive technology related to blindness or low vision. Experience in
this job classification or related classification may substitute for the
required education on a year for year basis.<br><br>
If you have indicated in your application that you have an education
higher than a high school diploma or GED, you must attach a copy of your
unofficial transcript to the application. Your application WILL NOT be
considered for further review if you have failed to provide this
information.<br>
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Working Conditions:<br><br>
Work is generally performed in an office setting, though work requires
frequent visits to client homes, secondary and post-secondary schools,
and employer locations; regular exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal
(VDT), personal computers, printers, scanners, video magnifiers, and
Braille displays/embossers; and requires extensive telephone usage.
Duties require lifting of typical computer hardware, as well as walking,
standing, sitting, bending, and crawling. Regularly works with
individuals with secondary disabilities, some of which resulting in
challenging behaviors. Occasionally exposed to service animals. Regular
travel is required throughout Central and Northern New Mexico, including
occasional overnight travel.<br>
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Bargaining Unit: This position is covered by a collective bargaining
agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be
adhered to.<br>
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Agency Contact Information: Kelly Quintana-Wagner, (505) 476.4456<br>
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There are also approximately ten supplemental questions addressing
education, experience, and specialized qualifications.<br>
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