Senior Accommodation Assistant - STEM

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Accommodation Assistant – STEM for the Access and Disability Resources department.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Assists in coordinating the conversion of course materials into accessible formats for students with disabilities.
• Converts textbooks and course materials into accessible formats, including ongoing communication with instructors, bookstores, private vendors, and the use of online resources (e.g., instructor notes, e‑reserves, videos, and other digital content).
• Oversees the conversion process and serves as a backup for scanning and proofreading course content to ensure the timely and effective delivery of accessible materials in alternative formats.
• Meets individually with students registered with the Office of Disability Services to assess technology‑related needs and provide support, interventions, and solutions for accessing course information, technologies, and resources.
• Learns about and trains students and instructors on the use of assistive technologies, including Kurzweil, Read&Write, Voice Over, NVDA , JAWS , FM systems, and captioning/video platforms.
• Trains new Accessibility Assistants and reviews materials to ensure accessibility guidelines and standards are met.
• Converts exams into accessible formats for students (e.g., enlarged font versions).
• Provides support to the disability services offices and performs other duties as assigned.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Salary Details

Salary Details $20.50 per hour

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Working Hours

Working Hours 19.5 hours per week

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Rotating

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible…