Associate Project Coordinator, Nevada Center For Excellence In Disabilities (NCED)

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Associate Project Coordinator for the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED). This position can be located in Reno or Las Vegas. The location of the position is partially flexible and dependent on the needs of the project and the applicant pool . The faculty of the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities (NCED) in the College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) provide comprehensive and direct program support on specific grants, contracts, and programs to assist individuals with disabilities achieve independence, productivity, integration and inclusion into the community. The positions are responsible for project coordination, supervision, communication, and budget management for projects that provide model services, disseminate information, provide pre-service and professional development training, conduct program evaluation and research, and provide technical assistance to state agencies, schools districts, businesses, the general public, individuals, and families members. Positions may exist in multiple geographic locations.

The Associate Project Specialist for the deaf, hard of hearing and speech-impaired will be responsible for providing direct client services under the Telecommunications Equipment Distribution program (TEDP). The primary responsibility of this position is to distribute telecommunications equipment and other assistive technology to eligible individuals. This position is responsible for identifying new and existing technology options, assisting individuals in identifying technology to meet their communication needs, distributes technology and provide training on how to use technology and follow up with individual to ensure satisfaction with telecommunication equipment or other assistive technology provided. Services will be provided virtually, or in-person pending physical distancing restrictions.

Required Qualifications

High School Graduation and four years of related work experience, Associate’s Degree and three years of related work experience, Bachelor’s Degree and two years of related work experience or a Master’s Degree and one year of related work experience. Related experience: in the field of disabilities or related fields.

Schedule or Travel Requirements

Variable work hours (to include nights and weekends)

Travel Required

Compensation Grade

B

Salary Schedules

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents. For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu .

Attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three Professional References

4) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.