Job Information
University of Mississippi Coordinator of Communications Access / University in Oxford, Mississippi
This Position is for a Coordinator of Communication Access with a public university work location in University, MS.
Definition of Class
Student Disability Services at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a full-time Coordinator of Communication Access position. This position coordinates and participates in the implementation of services to ensure communication access for students and other campus community members/visitors who are Deaf/hard of hearing. The position will coordinate ASL interpreting, real-time captioning, and notetaking. Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to, assessing the accommodation and communication needs of Deaf and hard of hearing students, participating in outreach and advocacy activities, acting as a sign language interpreter when needed, and supervising staff/contractual interpreters and student notetakers.
Examples of Work Performed
Supervises staff and vendor interpreters and notetakers to include performance evaluation and policy compliance
Matches interpreters of appropriate skill level to assignments to ensure accurate communication exchange
Recruits, hires, trains, mentors, and evaluates qualified individuals to serve as sign language interpreters and classroom notetakers
Assesses the quality of services provided by third party captioning agencies
Plans, organizes, schedules, and coordinates interperter/captioning/notetaker services
Serves as the University's point of contact regarding issues of Deafness, interpreting, captioning, and students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Meets with Deaf and hard of hearing students to assess and determine individual modes of communication and communication needs
Discusses, advises, and/or assists Deaf/Hard of Hearing students in the development of self-advocacy skills and provides appropriate referrals to university resources.
Responds to complaints and concerns from students regarding the provision of approved and reasonable accommodations
Meets with prospective Deaf/Hard of Hearing students either on campus or through recruitment efforts sponsored by the Office of Admissions
Serves as campus liason for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community providing training, information, and consultation to students and faculty across campus
Provides direct interpreting services as needed often working in collaboration with other interpreters
Troubleshoots issues that may arise while interpreting in the classroom or during other assignments using independent judgement to ensure access and resolve problems in the moment
Adhere to the Registry of Interpreter's for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to professional standards set forth by RID
Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required
Essential Functions
Assesses the accommodation and communication needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
Participates in outreach and advocacy activities
Acts as a sign language interpreter
Supervises staff and vendor employees and interpreters
NOTE: Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Minimum Education/Experience
Education:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, special education or a related field.
AND
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.
AND
Certification: Must hold current certification as an interpreter, either through QA or RID, or other certification recognized by the State of Mississippi. Must be registered or eligible for registration with the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services Office for Deaf and Hard of Hearing within 30 days from date of hire.
Substitution Statement: Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.
For complete consideration, please email a copy of the required certifications to Ri ers Gilders rhgilder@olemiss.edu.
EEO Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Background Check Statement
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.