[nfbwatlk] Fw: Accessibility Manager opening athe the Seattle Lighthouse

[Mike Freeman]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Don Helsel" <DHelsel at seattlelh.org>
Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 9:51 AM
Subject: Accessibility Manager opening athe the Seattle Lighthouse


Hi,

Please post this job opening as you see fit. 

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
Job Announcement

Title:  Accessibility Manager
Location: Seattle, Washington
Dept.:  Employee & Community Services
Reports to: Director of Employee & Community Services
Hours:  Full Time M/F

Summary:
The purpose of this position is to oversee creation of a fully
accessible environment for Lighthouse employees and participants in our
programs and services. This position will also implement and oversee the
Accommodations procedures at all LH locations.

Responsibilities: 
Develop and implement written accessibility standards for all LH
facilities
Develop and implement written Accommodations process at all LH locations
Work with and support O&M staff regarding accessibility issues
Consult and act as a resource for other management and staff members in
setting up accessible sites, departments, and individual jobs
Develop department goals and outcome measures
Develop and monitor Accessibility budget
Coordinate and/or conduct accessibility evaluations for employees
Develop and provide training for supervisors and managers about
accessible environments and accommodations procedure
Work cooperatively with other departments, including IT dept 
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with community
agencies and services
Participate in Management Team meetings and activities
Represent the Lighthouse in a positive and professional manner
Travel to Inland Northwest Lighthouse and Base Service Centers to
implement and ensure access at each location

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of accommodation resources
Demonstrated effectiveness in advocacy for accessibility issues
Thorough knowledge of general ADA and accessibility issues; especially
regarding issues for people who are blind and low vision, including
transportation and workplace issues
Grant management experience preferred
Ability to problem solve effectively
Ability to take initiative, function autonomously, and be dependable.
Ability to produce high-quality written documents, including
correspondence, reports, etc
Comprehensive knowledge of PC applications, including MS Word, Excel,
Outlook, Access, and Internet Explorer.
Demonstrated understanding of basic adaptive software for blind and low
vision users, such as Zoomtext, Magic and Jaws. 
Professional demeanor
Demonstrated excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Willingness to work as a team member

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Education or related field required

3 years supervisory experience
Mature judgment and sensitivity in interpersonal relations and among
diverse groups
5+ years experience in the ADA/accessibility field

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F

Please send a cover letter and resume to dhelsel at seattlelh.org or to:

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc.
Attn.: Don Helsel 
2501 S. Plum Street 
Seattle, Washington 98144

Telephone: (206) 436-2160
Fax: (206) 436-2244
TTY: (206) 324-1388

For more information about employment at the Lighthouse visit our
website: www.seattlelighthouse.org

Don Helsel
Director of Recruiting, Orientation and Accessibility Seattle Lighthouse
for the Blind
2501 South Plum Street
Seattle WA 98144
Phone: 206.436.2160
Fax: 206.436.2244
dhelsel at seattlelh.org
www.seattlelighthouse.org