University of Minnesota – Rochester Hiring for Disability Access Assistant-Rochester at Rochester Full Time

Job Title: Disability Access Assistant-Rochester
Location: Rochester
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 359775
About the Job

Disability Access Assistant’s help to remove barriers for students with disabilities. They may assist Students with laboratory access, notetaking, library assistance, individual reading, and other activities. The Access Assistant works in the Disability Resources Center and reports directly to the Disability Resources Coordinator, assisting with coordinating Accommodation for students with a wide range of access needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with coordinating and proctoring accommodated examsCoordinating notetaking and alternative text requestProviding individualized assistance and support to studentsWorking with faculty and staff in a professional manneHelping to organize/coordinate exams for finals weekCompleted task as required by the Disability Resource CoordinatorOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Must have work study fundingUndergraduate student in a degree-granted programMinimum GPA of 3.0.Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening skills)Good organizational skillsAttention to detailsFlexible and accommodatingMust be comfortable working independently, as well as with others.Desire to work with students of a variety of disabilitiesFamiliarity with computers and accompanying software applicationsAbility to strictly adhere to confidentiality requirements

Preferred qualifications:

Knowledgeable Google SuiteFamiliar with Astra Schedule

How To Apply

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected] or call (612) 624-8647.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.