[rehab] FW: job openingRehabilitation Technology Specialist

[Dick Davis]

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Dick Davis





Rehabilitation Technology Specialist



Job Description for BrassRing



This is a courtesy posting for a non-merit position.  Please follow
instructions in the "To Apply" section for directions on how to apply for
this position.



The Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking applicants for a position
that will provide training and technical support to department staff,
ensuring that blind and sighted employees receive quality training,
appropriate access to information and resources, and timely problem
resolution.  Maintain department's web site and intranet; testing for
accessibility and usability.  Assist in the production of accessible forms
and documents.



Duties and responsibilities to include the following:

·        Troubleshoot user technical problems in the use of Microsoft
Office, iPhones, JAWS and other screen readers, ZoomText and other
magnification software, printers, scanners, braille displays, OCR software,
and other common applications and peripherals.

·        Provide small group and one-on-one training on new software,
hardware, systems, workflows, and assistive technology to staff.

·        Perform regular updates to the web site and intranet.

·        Maintain software and hardware inventories and track licenses and
serial numbers.

·        Assist in the production of accessible PDF's and Microsoft Word
forms.



Competencies required for this position are:

·        Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010, Windows 7, basic PC
maintenance, and basic Windows networking principles.

·        Knowledge of or ability to learn JAWS, Window-Eyes, ZoomText, and
other screen reading software.

·        Ability to install and troubleshoot printers, braille embossers,
braille displays, scanners, and other peripherals.

·        Ability to plan and conduct small group trainings and give
presentations to groups.

·        Interest in new technology and a passion for learning.

·        Ability to demonstrate or develop positive and realistic attitudes
toward blindness.

·        Can speak and write clearly about technical matters to both
technical and non-technical audiences.

·        Displays good organization skills.

·        Can teach oneself new technologies and use resources to keep
knowledge current.

·        Displays high standards of ethical conduct.  Exhibits honestly and
integrity.

·        Works and communicates with internal and external clients and
customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative
manner and is committed to quality service.

·        Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment
towards completing assignments efficiently.

·        Works with minimal supervision.

·        Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention to detail.

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Competencies Preferred

·        Experience with the Drupal CMS



To Apply:



Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral
requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human
Resources Enterprise.  Applications to DAS-HRE only, will not be considered.



For further information, contact Emily Wharton, 515-281-1361 or
800-362-2587.  Persons who wish to be considered for this position must
submit a resume and letter of application to:



Emily Wharton

Iowa Department for the Blind

524 Fourth Street

Des Moines, IA 50309



OR email emily.wharton at blind.state.ia.us



All applicants need to apply by 5:00 pm, February 21. 2014