Job Posting Title:

Outreach and Education Coordinator, Disability and Access/Disability Cultural Center

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Hiring Department:

UHS and CMHC

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Jan 06, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

About Disability and Access and Disability Cultural Center

Based in the philosophy that all students should be assured equal access and opportunity, Disability and Access (D&A) works to eliminate physical, instructional and attitudinal barriers by providing reasonable accommodations and fostering awareness within the University community.

The Disability Cultural Center (DCC) supports disability community and education for disabled students, faculty, staff and alumni and all members of the University community. The first of its kind in Texas, the DCC works to create and sustain a sense of belonging for disabled people who study, teach and work at UT. In collaboration with campus partners, the DCC strives to create a community where disability is respected and valued as an important part of our campus community, and accessibility is built into the structure and design of all aspects of campus life.

To learn more about Disability and Access, please visit https://disability.utexas.edu/. To learn more about the Disability Cultural Center, please visit https://dcc.disability.utexas.edu/.

Purpose

Develop, implement and evaluate Disability and Access (D&A) education, communication and outreach programs in collaboration with UT’s Disability Cultural Center (DCC), D&A staff, student groups, and campus and community partners. Oversee D&A communications, including newsletters, website updates, emails, and social media. Support D&A staff with administrative tasks and special projects as needed. Work closely with the DCC to establish and maintain relationships with campus and community groups and serve as a point of contact for campus and community inquiries.

Responsibilities

Outreach and Education

Oversee all daily logistical operations of education and outreach programs, including but not limited to: scheduling trainings, securing supplies for trainings, tabling, developing and implementing educational programs and staff development opportunities, and coordinating and marketing events and opportunitiesOversee and implement event set up, including space management and coordination of relevant supplies and materialsDevelop and conduct trainings for university community (including students, faculty and staff) on disability and accessibility. Oversee program updates, evaluation and training of facilitatorsAssesses outreach and education program effectiveness and recommend changes in programming, procedures, and policies, as appropriate.  Develop and implement new activities and programmingEstablish and develop successful partnerships on campus that are mutually beneficial and support increased accessibility on campusCollaborate with UT’s Disability Cultural Center and other campus partners to plan and execute campus wide events and programming, including Disability Access and Belonging Month, orientation events, and Disability GraduationFacilitate relationships and coordinate events with career services offices, development and other campus and community partners related to employment, internships and career developmentOrganize and facilitate joint Disability and Access/Disability Cultural Center Student Advisory Committee and Faculty Advisory Committee

Communication

Manage D&A communications (monthly newsletter, social media, emails and website) and collaborate with Communications team on marketing campaigns and assets. Create and update educational materials and reports, including but not limited to: handouts, videos, online modules, annual reports, etc.Screen, schedule, and complete interview requests for student assignments and published mediaServe as point of contact for general inquiries to D&A. Provide referrals and resources where appropriate. May assist with Drop In and/or intake appointments with current or prospective students and families

Administrative

Prepare program budget and control expenditures in accordance with budget allocations
Function as a member of D&A, assist with general functions of the office and special projects as assignedOversee disability-related scholarships and awardsSupport operations of the physical Disability Cultural Center spaceMay co-supervise student staff, interns and/or graduate students

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the work to be performedDemonstrated successful experience in program design and implementationDemonstrated knowledge of the lived disability experience, disability culture, disability studies, and inclusive designExperience working with student organizations, student development, student advising, and event planningStrong interpersonal skills to work effectively with various students, faculty, staff and people from the surrounding communities from varying backgroundsDemonstrated experience in public speaking and group facilitationDemonstrated interpersonal and management skillsExcellent communication skills (ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing) and ability to develop email, social media, and educational contentAbility to work effectively and pay close attention to detail in a high traffic areaSkills to prioritize workload, with frequent interruptionsReasonable knowledge of policies and procedures of a large university is desirable

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Disability Studies, Social Work, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education.Demonstrated successful experience in student services delivery and student group advising in an educational settingExperience working in higher education settingGeneral knowledge of reasonable accommodations in an academic settingFamiliarity with Universal Design for Learning and/or assistive technologyExperience as an administrator of communication platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Wordpress, MailChimp, etc.)Individual or group clinical or counseling experience

Salary Range

$61,000 + depending on qualifications

Work Shift

Monday – Friday, 8 am - 5 pmOccasional after-hours events (approximately 5-10 times per month)Occasional weekend events (approximately 2-3 times per year)

Working Conditions

Frequent travel across UT Austin campus to conduct outreach and attend meetings.Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.

Required Materials

Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter 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.

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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.

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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) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.