Temple University
Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Community Access & Accessibility
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Temple University's College of Education - Institute of Disabilities Department
Searching for an Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Community Access & Accessibility
Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan and so much more!
Salary Grade: T25
Salary Range: $41,250 - $55,000
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Summary
The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University serves as Pennsylvania's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and administers TechOWL - the Commonwealth's Assistive Technology Act Program. TechOWL improves access to assistive technology, digital accessibility, and inclusive participation across education, employment, healthcare, and community living.
The Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Community Access & Accessibility provides direct assistive technology services, accessibility consultation, training, and outreach to individuals with disabilities, family members, service providers, and community partners across Pennsylvania. The position supports people in identifying, acquiring, and effectively using assistive technology to increase independence, participation, and self-determination in home, school, work, and community environments.
This role functions as a generalist AT practitioner with developing or advanced expertise in one or more practice areas such as aging, early intervention, mobility and positioning, fabrication and modification, or digital accessibility. The specialist conducts assistive technology demonstrations, works with consumers to identify solutions, develops trainings, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams. The position also contributes to statewide initiatives including emergency preparedness, health equity, and accessibility of information and communication technologies.
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The specialist participates in Assistive Technology Act activities including device demonstration, device reuse, fabrication, community outreach, and consumer education. Responsibilities include documentation and outcomes reporting, procedure development, grant-funded program implementation, and staffing the TechOWL Community Space. The role combines hands-on service delivery, education, and systems-level accessibility work.
Required Education And Experience
Bachelor's degree in rehabilitation, assistive technology, disability studies, education, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, physical therapy, human services, rehabilitation engineering, UX/accessibility, or related field and three (3) years of relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred
- Master's degree
- Certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS), CPWA, ADS, or UX Accessibility certification or eligible for either
- Lived experience with disability or close connection to the disability community
Required Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of assistive technology devices, services, and service delivery models
- Understanding of disability culture and person-centered practices
- Ability to collaborate with consumers to identify areas of functional need and potential solutions
- Strong training and presentation skills for diverse audiences
- Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
- Effective written documentation and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in community environments
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Required Background Checks & Clearances
- PA Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Fingerprint Background Check
- PA State Police Criminal Background Check
- Cash Handling
Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.
Compliance Statement
In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
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