**In order to be considered for an hourly student employee position, you must upload a completed Student Employment Application https://careercenter.unt.edu/resources/student-employment-application/ Please save it under other documents and be sure to mark your documents as visible so employers can see them. The application should be completed on a computer; it does not work well on a phone or tablet. **
If you have questions about the position, please email Apply.ODA@unt.edu. No phone calls or in-person visits, please.
Please only apply if you have experience with individuals with disabilities, or a serious interest in working with individuals with disabilities. It is a great learning experience for Graduate Assistants and is an integral position within our office. Preference is for students in the Rehabilitation Counseling, Educational Psychology, Counseling, Speech and Hearing, and College of Education programs.
If selected, supervisor will determine if there are funds available for a tuition benefit. Tuition benefit is NOT guaranteed and is separate from the compensation (salary) for this position.
Position Description:
The successful candidate would learn how to and be primarily responsible for implementation and maintenance of the ODA system for providing approved students with alternative format textbooks and other alternative format reading materials and services. In addition, the GA will assist other qualifying students with visual impairments, dyslexia, learning disabilities, and/or “print” disabilities in obtaining alternative format materials through Learning Ally, Access Text Network/Bookshare, in Braille format, and in electronic format. Other related functions may include the supervision of Office Assistants scanning textbooks into electronic format, enlarging documents, and creating tactile graphics.
Our office will reach out to qualified candidates should we decide to move forward with your application. Respectfully, we request that you review Handshake for any and all application updates.
Qualifications:
The qualified candidate will have completed a Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Library or Information Sciences, Logistics, Computer Science) and be accepted and enrolled into a Graduate Program at the University of North Texas. The candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, and should have experience with filing systems within an office environment. Must have good written and oral communication skills and be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Must be proficient with MS Office tools and some knowledge of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software. Technical knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a plus.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
• Consult with ODA professional staff regarding students who qualify for services; formulate
and implement specific services and materials based on staff recommendations.
• Provide follow-up consultation with students regarding services and materials provided.
• Maintain catalog system for managing books in audio and electronic format.
• Assist in managing documentation relating to student case files; maintain case notes
regarding reader service users.
• Respond to student walk-in and telephone inquiries.
• Assist with other functions in the office as assigned.
• Work directly with students to provide instruction and training of students on how to use their alternate formats and technology available to do this.
• Utilize Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software and programming abilities in the conversion
of texts into a digital format.
• Research current standards and advancements in the creation of alternative formats.
• Track and record data.
• Assist ODA Testing Center and office operations as requested. (i.e. proctor exam, cover front desk).
• Volunteer to lead a University 101 session during First Flight or a small group during the Future Eagles program (Denton ISD 6th Grade Program).
Background Check
**Due to the critical nature of this position, a conditional job offer is extended contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. If selected, a start date will be provided once the final results of your check are received. UNT reserves the right to review all information provided by applicants, including information provided on the application, information receives during reference checks, or criminal background checks to verify the suitability for employment of any applicant. An offer of employment may be rescinded due to an unsuccessful background investigation.
Equal Opportunity Statement
**The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit – and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, family status, genetic information, citizenship or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates and takes remedial action when appropriate.
The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Additional documents are required
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