Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist - Telecommunications & Hearing Access

We are seeking an Assistive Technology and Accessibility Specialist to provide direct assistive technology services, communication access support, training, and outreach to individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or have communication‑related access needs (including low vision), as well as to family members, service providers, and community partners across Pennsylvania. The Specialist will support identification, acquisition, and effective use of telecommunications and related assistive technology to increase independence, safety, and participation in home, school, work, and community environments.

The role also functions as an assistive technology practitioner with specialty expertise in hearing and communication access technologies and serves as Consumer Educator for Pennsylvania’s Telecommunication Device Distribution Program (TDDP). Responsibilities include:

• Device demonstration
• Individualized instruction
• Collaboration with consumers and interdisciplinary teams
• Documentation and outcomes reporting
• Procedure development
• Grant‑funded program implementation
• Staffing of the TechOWL Community Space
• Participation in statewide initiatives such as emergency preparedness, health equity, and accessible communication

Benefits:

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving and winter break)
• Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree tuition free
• A generous retirement plan

Salary:

Salary Grade: T25
Salary Range: $41,250 – $55,000

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation, assistive technology, disability studies, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech‑language pathology, audiology, human services, accessibility, or related field and three (3) years of relevant experience supporting individuals with disabilities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) or eligible
• Experience supporting Deaf or hard of hearing individuals
• Experience supporting people with low vision and blindness
• Knowledge of communication access technologies
• Lived experience with disability or close connection to the disability community

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of assistive technology and communication access solutions
• Understanding of disability culture and person-centered practices
• Ability to collaborate with consumers to identify functional needs and potential solutions
• Strong training and presentation skills for diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously
• Effective written documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in community environments

Required Background Checks & Clearances:

• PA Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Fingerprint Background Check
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status.

In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.