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Flexible Position: Remediation Specialist

2 months ago

State College, Pennsylvania, United States Penn State Univeristy Full time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

If you are a CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please log in to Workday to complete the internal application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.

If you are a CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not previously employed at the university) seeking employment with Penn State, please log in to Workday to complete the student application process. Do not apply here; apply internally through Workday.

If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.
For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:


Overview: The Student Disability Resources (SDR) department is looking to hire a Remediation Specialist to assist in the preparation of accessible educational materials for students associated with our office.

This is a part-time and fully remote role. While the hours for this position are flexible, we encourage staff to maintain consistency in their schedules.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Content Preparation: Gather course materials from various sources including Canvas, the Penn State Library, databases, publishers, and other platforms.
  • Convert files among different formats (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, PDF, Text, HTML, etc.).
  • Organize and modify content based on individual student requirements.
  • Deliver completed content to students after receiving management approval.

Accessibility Remediation for Visually Impaired Students:
  • Conduct audits on content for accessibility.
  • Modify (i.e., format) content according to student needs.

Specific Remediation Tasks Include:
  • Adjusting headings and adding page numbers.
  • Writing descriptive text for images, charts, graphs, videos, and other visual media.
  • Inserting and editing footnotes and tables.
  • Creating and formatting equations in accessible formats.
  • Providing tactile graphics (i.e., raised line drawings) for images as required.

Project Management:
  • Utilize the team's project management tools to actively track tasks.
  • Prioritize assignments based on due dates.

Qualifications:
  • Consistent access to a reliable internet connection.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to attend scheduled meetings.
  • Strong writing and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt.
  • Attention to detail.

Highly Preferred:
  • Experience in remediating or formatting digital materials for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
  • Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Knowledge of HTML and LaTex.
  • Experience with Assistive Technology.
  • Understanding of digital accessibility standards, such as the Web Accessibility Content Guidelines (WCAG).

Penn State University is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all its forms. We value individual uniqueness and foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leveraging the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR) in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, including those related to alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, and the reporting of crimes.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.


EEO IS THE LAW:

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.