ADMINISTRATOR I

The Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MDTAP) is a program of the Maryland Department of Disabilities. Our mission is to enhance the lives of all Marylanders with disabilities, older Marylanders, and their families by helping support access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services.​​ Assistive technology enables individuals with disabilities to live, work and learn more independently.

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2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore Maryland

The AT specialist coordinates device demonstration, device loan and technology reuse activities providing services to individuals with all disabilities of all ages. The position collaborates with state and local government agencies, non-profits and advocates to organize and deliver training on AT related topics and provides direct information and referral assistance on AT related topics to individuals with disabilities.

Essential Duties of the Position (not all-inclusive)

DEVICE DEMONSTRATION AND LOAN

•          Organize and maintain the AT display in the AT Demonstration Library;

•          Maintain inventory of items available for demonstration and loan;

•          Plan purchases of AT products based on regular inventory assessment;

•          Ensure proper maintenance of all AT demonstration and loan items;

•          Schedule and host individual and group tours, consultations and AT assessments;

•          Demonstrate AT to individuals and groups at MDTAP and throughout the state;

•          Develop and implement policies and procedures for the Device Loan Program;

•          Administer Device Loan Program operations, including shipping/transport of products , tracking      inventory  on loan, troubleshooting and technical assistance; and

•          Develop and maintain relationships across a variety of organizations to promote assistive technology for use by people with disabilities.

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING

•          Prepare and deliver, either in-person or via other meeting tools, training sessions on a variety of topics   relates to AT; and

 •          Provide article content for use in MDTAP’s blog, newsletter and social media for the purpose of raising awareness of AT software, devices and concepts.  

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year to year basis for the required general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year to year basis for the required education and experience.

Applicants who are not using the education substitution, must have three years of experience in a variety of assistive technologies and/or accessible electronic and information technologies, with expertise in training, demonstrating assistive technology, and providing information and referral.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a technology or disability-related discipline, such as special education, psychology, computer science, or allied health (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology). 

RESNA Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) or comparable certification 

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.  All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date.  Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and selective qualifications for this recruitment will be considered. Applications will be evaluated based on education, training and experience as presented on the application and as they relate to the requirements of the position.  For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must accompany the application. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If the application process is not available, you may mail a paper application by 5:00 p. m. on the closing date to:

Amanda Karnezis
DBM-Recruitment and Examination
301 West Preston Street, Room 608
Baltimore Maryland 21201

If you have any questions about this recruitment, please call 410-767-4850.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

  
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