Interpreting, Captioning, and Note-Taking Coordinator at Portland State University in Portland, Oregon

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


Portland State University


Position Details
Position Details

Proposed Start Date	09/30/2024
Classification Title	Administrative Program Spec
Working Title	Interpreting, Captioning, and Note-Taking Coordinator
Department	331825 - DRC Accommodations
Position Number	D91164
Representation	OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503
Position FTE	1.0
End date, if applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept	The Disability Resource Center (DRC) serves the mission of Portland State University (PSU) by providing access and educational opportunities to a population which has historically been disadvantaged in higher education: students with disabilities. DRC supports students with documented disabilities by providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations as required by State and Federal laws. The DRC promotes the development of student self-advocacy skills while maintaining fundamental academic and technical standards. The DRC supports PSU’s mission and values. The DRC focuses on a social justice and universal design model of inclusion when working with the university and students with disabilities.
Position Summary	The Interpreting Captioning Note Taker Coordinator (ICNTC) supports this mission by overseeing the coordination and provision of Note Taking, Media Captioning services, American Sign Language Interpreting (ASL), and Real-Time Captioning services. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of providing timely, accurate services to students with disabilities in compliance with the ADA, 504 and other applicable State and Federal laws.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification	- two years of experience as an administrative specialist or executive support specialist which included administrative support for a project, program, or operation. Administrative support includes those duties beyond clerical/secretarial such as: interpretation of laws, rules, and regulations; administrative data collection and analysis; and evaluation of projects, processes, and operations; OR - an equivalent combination of training and experience. One year of postsecondary education may be substituted for up to one year of the experience.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position	Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. Associates degree and 2 years work experience in higher education in an administrative role Some knowledge of ADA and 504 as it applies to interpreting, captioning, and note taking services Experience coordinating essential services with tight deadlines Excellent communication skills Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) or willingness to learn ASL
Preferred Qualifications	Fluent in ASL Experience/knowledge of Deaf culture; Bachelor’s degree and 2 years working in disability services in an administrative role Experience/knowledge of audiology and amplification devices; Ability to adhere to rules, policies, and procedures and communicate the information effectively to students, faculty, and the public Ability to analyze, evaluate and solve problems. Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and report data in both a narrative and statistical format. Ability to assist management in the development of short and long range goals and objectives.
Key Cultural Competencies	Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship	Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours	M - F, 8am - 5pm
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement	The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $3,492 and $3,984. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities

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