Assistive Technology Specialist
Assistive Technology Specialist
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Department Information
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON MONDAY JULY 7th 2025
This position will have remote and hybrid workplace options available but position will be required to report to the listed address at the discretion of the supervisor and according to business need.
Important Note: Position must obtain Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for Individuals with Visual Impairments (CATIS) certification within one (1) year of starting date.
The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace and Colorado communities with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
This is a values-driven organization committed to accountability agility collaboration and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service an inclusive culture continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
In addition to rewarding and meaningful work we offer excellent benefits:
- Strong secure yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution
- Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
- Medical and dental health plans
- Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
- Paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
- BenefitHub state employee discount program
- MotivateMe employee wellness program
- Excellent work-life programs such as flexible schedules training and more
- Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
- RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program
- Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate please visit our website: NOTE:With the beginning of this program CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening comparative analysis or interviews.
Description of Job
Classification: Training Specialist III (H4I3XX)
Condition of Employment: Position must obtain Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for Individuals with Visual Impairments (CATIS) certification within one (1) year of starting date.
Salary:HOURLY$28.30 - $38.69BIWEEKLY$2264.31 - $3095.54MONTHLY$4906.00 - $6707.00ANNUALLY$58872.00 - $80484.00
The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) helps individuals with disabilities prepare for and secure employment. We help them take their rightful place in the workforce and in the community.
This work unit exists to assist individuals whose primary disability is blindness or visual impairment in attaining a level of functioning that will enable them to enter re-enter or maintain employment and enhance skills necessary for living independently.This position as a member of a highly specialized team of professionals operating within the Personal Adjustment Training Program exists to train individuals who have severe visual and/or other disabilities. This position provides training on computer programs for persons we serve. Provides instruction in the use of access technology and computer application programs for personal educational and vocational use.
Position Duties
Assistive Technology Instruction
Conducts individualized interviews with the person we serve to determine the nature and scope of assistive technology training. Monitors performance satisfaction progress and outcomes. Has the ability to formulate instructional plans and provide appropriate instruction to meet the needs of the person we serve. Analyzes performance and determines trends changes and effectiveness to formulate conclusions and recommendations to the teaching plan. Develops course materials for specific computer training by mastering applications determining class concepts objectives and content and developing step by step instructions and class exercises in order to meet computer training needs. Be able at a minimum to fully use Microsoft Office products e-mail system and the Internet plus specialized software/hardware for persons who are blind and/or visually impaired. Complies with Federal and State regulations regarding expenditure of funds consults with supervisor regarding budgetary needs for this training area. Maintains tests and modifies software and other adaptations of computer systems as needed for persons with disabilities who participate in this training program.
Information Assimilation and Analysis
Prepares written reports with recommendations for training programs software hardware and other training needs. Documents performances of a person we serve in conjunction with established vocational plans to accomplish goals and objectives in the plan. Serves as an advisory in maintaining state-of-the-art training in adaptive equipment and software. Serves as an expert and consultant to agency staff employers and other community organizations. Analyzes and integrates medical psychological vocational social and educational information into training objectives that are specific for each individual designed to meet expectations and needs and correlate with IPE goals. Uses the information and analysis results to implement programs that collaborate with other DVR staff are derived from educational theories integrate consultation with other professionals and use practical experience. Communicates and informs referral sources regarding the nature and scope of the training program and provide feedback as appropriate.
Empowerment and Adjustment
Evaluates instructional needs in a variety of settings (work home community) and modifies instructional needs that change during evaluation and service delivery throughout the rehabilitation process. Counsels people we serve to develop instructional goals identify service needs and plan appropriate types and duration of instructional services and document progress towards meeting plan objectives develop relationships with employers and other agencies and coordinate and collaborate with other agencies when appropriate and provide follow-up as needed. Maximize services and ensure cost effective use of tax dollars. Facilitate the empowerment of blind individuals and their families by providing adjustment counseling and assistance in accessing peer networks and community resources. Evaluates and counsel persons we serve on skills needed to meet goals; periodically measure review progress with the person we serve and other involved parties. Negotiates and collaborates with multiple community programs and agencies to best combine resources and services; avoiding duplication promoting collaboration and resolving conflicts that may occur. Facilitates and assists people we serve to become aware of and overcome their own and societys negative attitudes about blindness. Provides counseling/guidance and teaching opportunities for persons with disabilities in the community educating about legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Provides Disability Awareness training to employers to reduce negative attitudes toward blindness and improve the employment outcome for individuals who are blind.
Professional Development
Possesses working knowledge of Federal and State policies/regulations and legislation as well as various changes and updates; serves on agency and community task forces; meets established individual production goals; has knowledge of medical terminology; investigates updated and current technologies and training techniques; researches equipment to meet individuals needs. Participates in staff meetings and in-service training/conferences consults with peers and other professionals within and outside the agency reads professional literature to assure optimum level of professional competency in teaching/counseling techniques staying abreast of emerging assistive technology in the field and provides specialized training in the community to increase public knowledge of issues pertaining to blindness in a variety of environments.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in providing services and/or education to individuals with disabilities in assistive technology
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education in Assistive Technology Teacher of the Visually Impaired Vision Rehabilitation Therapy Orientation and Mobility Special Education or a closely related human services field such as Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Psychology Social Work Disability Studies Behavioral Science Special Education Adult Education Counseling Information Technology or Computer Science. and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned (as stated above) equal to six (6) years
Required Competencies:
- Ability to instruct techniques for integrating assistive technology devices hardware and software into the individuals daily activities including home and work.
- Apply learning styles and learning theory to suit the individuals needs.
- Ability to create a training plan specific to an individuals abilities goals and needs and adjust scope structure and pace of instruction to the individuals learning style and capacity for new information.
- Ability to determine the necessary and appropriate assistive technology devices hardware and software for the persons individualized needs goals skill level and degree of vision loss.
- Ability to instruct basic to intermediate screen reader skills including JAWS VoiceOver etc.
- Ability to instruct typing skills via accessible platforms.
- Proficient in Windows Suite and Google Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional experience working for a state vocational rehabilitation agency.
- Professional experience working to assist people with disabilities to achieve successful employment outcomes.
- Experience in vocational career counseling academic advisement.
- Background with Information Technology
- Experience with Screen Reading Software/Screen Magnification Software
- Experience with Blind and Low Vision services
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Applications
- Technical training in Assistive Technology for individuals who are blind/visually impaired.
- Prior experience providing training and/or coaching for new and existing employees.
- Possession of the Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (CATIS) certification
- Possession of the Orientation and Mobility Specialist certification from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP)
- Possession of Vision Rehabilitation Therapist from the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP)
- Performing duties similar to those assigned to the position as a classified State of Colorado employee.
Conditions of Employment:
- You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.
- Position will be required to travel throughout Southern Colorado to provide assistive technology services as well as statewide travel for meetings and training.
- Position must report to the office according to business need and/or at the supervisors discretion.
- Position must obtain Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist for Individuals with Visual Impairments (CATIS) certification within one (1) year of starting date.
Appeal Rights: (Updated)
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Departments action.
For further information on the Board Rules you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes at InformationFor questions regarding this recruitment please contact:
Minimum Qualification Screening
A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use see resume or see attached statements on your application.CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
Comparative Analysis Process Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education experience minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling grammar and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
The State of Colorado believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities.
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator Sean Montoya at Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort please call .
While a salary range is posted for this position an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.
Benefits
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical dental life and disability insurance as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
