Social Science/Humanities Research Associate IV - Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program Contractor, Outreach & Training Services - Texas Center for Disability Studies

Job Posting Title:

Social Science/Humanities Research Associate IV - Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program Contractor, Outreach & Training Services - Texas Center for Disability Studies ----

Hiring Department:

School of Social Work ----

Position Open To:

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40 ----

FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date:

Immediately ----

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2027 ----

Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS ----

Job Details:

General Notes

This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Periodic travel within the State of Texas required.

Purpose

This position will support the Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP). This position will provide outreach, training, case management and support services to STAP applicants, certifiers, and stakeholders. They will provide technical assistance, answering phone calls and replying to emails promptly. Additional duties may be assigned supporting the Texas Technology Access Program grants. They will perform responsible research and administrative work involving research projects, training programs, or the business operations of a research organization. They will be responsible for the preliminary planning and scheduling of research projects and assignment of projects to staff members, in addition to preliminary planning of research projects to be undertaken and allocates research assignments. They will supervise, check and advise staff on progress of research work assigned from commencement through distribution of published results. This position will oversee the organization's research facilities. They will supervise and administer pre-service and in-service training programs conducted by the organization. Oversee the inquiry and consulting services provided by the organization to interest groups on and off the campus. May be responsible for certain administrative functions. Performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• •Support the Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) Grant. Train on access and usage of the STAP program. Conduct outreach, vendor recruitment, and consumer technical assistance. Assist with budget management, monthly data collection, and reporting to the grantor.
• •Support Texas Technology Access Program (TTAP) grant obligations through outreach events, social media activities, and other TTAP projects.
• •Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area of study with at least 6 years of experience conducting outreach activities. Experience with providing professional development and training, including virtual training, Experience working with assistive technology devices. Experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excellent attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Values the contributions of others in the work environment. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in a disability-related field with at least 4 years of related experience. Experience with American Sign Language (ASL). Experience with a variety of assistive technologies. Experience developing accessible digital materials. Experience designing and delivering professional development through synchronous and asynchronous online teaching using a formal learning management system. Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technologies, accessibility features in mainstream technologies. Experience providing services and support to people with a variety of disabilities across the lifespan.

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

Salary Range

$56,000 - depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• •May work around standard office conditions.
• •Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• •Periodic travel within the State of Texas required.

Work Shift

M-F, Flexible between 8am-6pm

Required Materials

• •Resume/CV
• •3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• •Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ----

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ----

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) co