Drexel University · 10 hours ago
Assistant Director, Testing and Assistive Technology
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$47K/yr - $71K/yr
2+ years expDrexel University is seeking an Assistant Director, Testing and Assistive Technology to ensure compliance with federal and state laws regarding services for persons with disabilities. This role involves overseeing testing center operations, supervising staff, and coordinating assistive technology services to promote an inclusive environment for all students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinates various aspects of the Testing Center, test registration and availability, and scheduling of exams based on data from the Clockwork database
Provides excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus guests
Administers, proctors, and transmits results of all tests administered by the Testing Center
Supervise, hire and train part-time graduate student workers
Contributes to the leadership of Disability Resources by overseeing the provision of testing center services and assistive technology accommodations to students with disabilities
Serves as a resource regarding reasonable accommodations, disability rights and issues, curriculum access, local, state, and federal legislation, and increasing the level of understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities as an integral part of the campus community
Collects and maintains Testing Center data, including the number of exams proctored per term and location, number of students tested, number of tests given, and type of tests
Coordinates the provision of note-taking and auxiliary services (ie: Computer-Aided Real Time Transcription CART, Sign Language Interpreting), acting as a liaison with service providers and receivers, scheduling services, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating billing
Works collaboratively with the Accommodation Coordinators to support the continuity and completeness of services for students with disabilities
Assists the Director & ADA Coordinator in creating and updating policies and practices of the office to improve the office's efficiency and effectiveness and provide a positive experience for individuals working with Disability Resources
Supports the Director & ADA Coordinator to provide reasonable accommodations for students and campus guests
Coordinates assistive technology services for students with disabilities
Oversees alternative and accessible format creation of textbooks and other material (i.e. large print and electronic) for students with disabilities
Maintains confidentiality of student information and records at all times
Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and ordering of adaptive technology for the office
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. ( Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)
Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of disability services or related field
Experience supervising and training hourly staff (i.e. student employees, interns, etc.)
Experience working with outside organizations to coordinate services
Proficient with commonly used assistive technologies, including Kurzweil, JAWS, Dragon Professional, and other similar software
Strong understanding of digital accessibility, standards, and remediation methods
Demonstrated ability to problem solve and multi-task in a fast-paced office environment
Possess a positive attitude, high energy, and conflict-resolution skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, and Teams)
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong relationship-management skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work products, written communication, and data entry
Preferred
Experience working in Higher Education
Working knowledge of Section 504 and the ADAAA, as it applies to post secondary education
Experience working with individuals with hearing and visual impairments
Experience with the Clockwork management system
Company
Drexel University
Drexel is an academically comprehensive and globally engaged urban R1 research university, known for the nation’s premier co-operative education program.
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