Manager, Assistive Technology & Accessibility

University of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition benefit

ECO pass

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Denver's Student Disability Services seeks a Manager of Assistive Technology to oversee the Alternate Format Text (AFT) program, remediate readings, and teach students to use assistive technology tools. This role supervises student staff and collaborates with faculty to ensure accessible coursework.

You will review accommodation requests, coordinate AT services, and maintain accessibility across labs and classrooms, training students and staff in screen readers and related

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, information technology, assistive technology, or related field.
• Master’s degree in related area preferred.
• 0-2 years of professional experience; 2-4 years preferred.
• Experience supervising, evaluating, and training staff.
• Experience interpreting ADA/504 regulations.
• Expertise in assistive software technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Alternate Format Text production program, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Hire, train, supervise Alternate Format Production Assistants.
• Review disability documentation and determine appropriate AT accommodations.
• Maintain SDS Testing Center accessibility and manage procurement/inventory of AT resources.
• Provide AT training and support for students and faculty.

Skills

AT knowledge

Universal Design

AT training

Data analysis

Time management

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education/IT/AT

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Kurzweil

JAWS

Dragon NaturallySpeaking

Braille translation tools

Job description

The University of Denver's Student Disability Services seeks a Manager of Assistive Technology to oversee the Alternate Format Text (AFT) program, remediate readings, and teach students to use assistive technology tools. This role supervises student staff and collaborates with faculty to ensure accessible coursework.

You will review accommodation requests, coordinate AT services, and maintain accessibility across labs and classrooms, training students and staff in screen readers and related