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From: Clark, Michelle - NRCS, Washington, DC
Date: May 23, 2014 4:56AM

Fyi. This one sounds interesting for this group.


MSDE Accessibility job.pdf
Lillian M. Lowery, Ed.D
State Superintendent of Schools
Office of Human Resources . 200 West Baltimor e Street . Baltimore, MD 21201
. 410-767-0019 . 410-333-3045 TTY/TDD DIVISION OF CURRICULUM, ASSESSMENT, &
ACCOUNTABILITY May 9, 2014 INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLGY AND SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA
BRANCH POSITION TITLE: Education Program Specialist I, Technology
Accessibility Specialist POSITION NUMBER: 082549
SALARY: State Salary Grade 21
Annual Salary Range: $59,355 - $86,690
LOCATION: 200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
NATURE OF WORK: This is a professional position responsible for ensuring
that all digital products generated by the Maryland State Department of
Education (MSDE) are accessible to individuals with disabilities.
DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Increase the capacity of MSDE to provide fully and equally accessible
content and information for independent use by individuals with
disabilities; reviews digital resources; ensures that all communications,
including meetings, are accessible; utilize software and hardware and
assistive technologies needed to create and evaluate products for
individuals with disabilities; collaborates and provides technical
assistance to MSDE and local school systems related to the procurement and
development of accessible products; develops policies and processes related
to presentation of digital content in accordance with federal and state
regulations and policies.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Master's Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post
baccalaureate course work in Special Education, Instructional Technology,
Assistive Technology, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of professional work experience with assistive
technology, digital learning, and accessibility compliance.
NOTES:
1. Two years of additional experience as defined above may be substituted
for the Master's Degree.
2. Possession of a Doctorate in a field related to the position may be
substituted for one year of the experience requirements.
ESSENTIAL
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of current accessibility regulations, laws, Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines 2.0, experience in the use of assistive software
and hardware resources; skill in developing and presenting professional
development programs; ability to interpret and apply laws and regulations;
ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks; ability to work
as a team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships;
ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
AFFIRMING EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
PROCEDURE FOR
APPLICATION:
Applicants must include their resume and complete a Maryland State
Department of Education (MSDE) Application for Employment indicating
application for Position
#082549 - Education Program Specialist I, Technology Accessibility
Specialist- Division of CA&A (Curriculum, Assessment & Accountability) - The
Application, resume, and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate
that the applicant meets the prerequisite Minimum Qualifications and
possesses the Essential Requirements for the position. Completed
Applications must be directed to the Staff Employment Section within the
Office of Human Resources at the address on the Position Announcement or
faxed to 410.333.8950.
For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410.767.0019 or TTY/TDD
410.333.
3045, or visit our website at
www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/aboutmsde/jobs.
All applications must be received by the Closing Date.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available
upon request.
CONDITIONS OF
EMPLOYMENT:
Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and
Control Act and possible travel throughout the State are required. Any
misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position
may result in non-selection or termination of employment.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled


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