Position Details Position Information
Classification Title Student Services Assistant Sr
Working Title Accessibility Specialist
Hire Types Staff
Division Hennepin Technical College
Department Enrollment Management
Unit Advising & Student Services
Location Eden Prairie and Brooklyn Park Campus
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full/Part Time Full Time
FTE 1.0
Employment Condition Unlimited
Work Shift Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week
Work Schedule/Hours/Days For internal only to HTC
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, hours may varies based on need.
Posting Details Hennepin Technical College seeks a Accessibility Specialist dedicated to excellence in career and technical education who desires to become part of an environment that values excellence, innovation, and inclusion. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to operating a campus that supports innovative career and technical education that leads to success for all students.
Salary Minimum $22.19
Salary Maximum $29.87
Salary Type Hourly
Bargaining Unit/Plan 206, AFSCME Clerical
Job Description This position uses knowledge and judgement to coordinate accommodations for students with disabilities; to develop expertise with adaptive software and equipment; to tutor or arrange peer tutors for special population students with or without disabilities; to provide an alternate resource for Disability Services and the Learning Resource Center. These job duties support and develop solutions to the work functions and initiatives of the department as they contribute to, and align with the college's mission, goals, and key results. This position exists to advance the college goals of equity, inclusion and persistence.
Specific Duties Include:
Advise and tutor students with disabilities or academic disadvantages in the Learning Resource Center, to aid comprehension of and or completion of text material, lecture notes, handouts, lab assignments or other homework. Provide encouragement, direction and support for students during times of academic or personal difficulty and referring them to other resources when appropriate. Maintain student database for Perkins Grant. Serve as a presenter on study skills, test anxiety and D2L basics. Coordinate accommodations for students with disabilities by consulting with the Director of Academic Support Programs that include but are not limited to; researching, attaining and training for proficiency in alternative formats and monitoring student use of adaptive equipment and software (R&W). Monitor tutoring pages and links on website and assist in maintaining current CRLA certification for both campuses. Assist students with disabilities or academic disadvantages who are transitioning from high school or transition programs by consulting with the Director of Academic Support Programs. Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job)
Knowledge of:
English sufficient to speak, read, understand, and respond to written and spoken communications across a wide range of abilities Advanced software applications, and adaptive software and equipment sufficient to respond to requests and needs of students Skill in:
Customer service sufficient to aid in college to work transitions, and high school to postsecondary recruitment and transitions for students with disabilities and academic disadvantages Ability to:
Manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously Compile, research and analyze information regarding alternate format options Attain proficiency in the use of adaptive software and equipment and in various placement testing services and procedures Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job) 2-year or 4-year degree in related field Three to five years' experience working in a team-oriented department. Working knowledge of the Information Technology field Skill in guiding the work assignments of student workers Teamwork skills involving the ability to communicate openly with other team members, share opinions with others, openly deal with conflict or problems, and avoid blaming behaviors. Ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts, and manage crisis Demonstrated understanding of and experience with equity and inclusion Ability to aid and tutor diverse special populations and to expand areas of tutoring expertise Other Requirements About in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.
Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at:
Benefits Info We offer a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We also offer a variety of retirement benefits including a pension and voluntary retirement plans with an employer match.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F366P
Number of Vacancies 1
Re-posting No
Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 03/18/2024
Close Date 03/25/2024
Open Until Filled No
Accept Applications No
Special Instructions Summary For internal only to HTC
To apply for this position, applicants must submit their application/resume through the State of Minnesota Employment website: . To view and apply for this vacancy, search Job ID 74959 . Mailed applications will not be accepted.
Posting Contact Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
