The mission of Access Technologies, Inc. is to increase assure that persons with disabilities in Oregon will be able to secure and effectively use assistive technologies.

Access Technologies, Inc., provides information concerning the functions of, access to, availability of, and funding for assistive technologies, which may allow individuals with disabilities the opportunity to more fully participate in society. Such activities are designed to impact immediate personal opportunities and larger provider, funding, and advocacy systems which will expand such opportunities in the future.

ATI provides such services under grants, contracts and other funding.

B. Describe the purpose of this position and how it functions within this organization.

The Assistive Technology Specialist position leads regional efforts to achieve organizational purposes. Generally, the position carries responsibilities for assuring that individual opportunities are maximized; that providers and funding systems gain an increased awareness of the efficacy of assistive technology; and that restrictive policies and practices in the region are identified and modified.

Duties and Responsibilities
 | Training/Technical Assistance | 25 – 40%
 | Develop, coordinate and conduct training on assistive technology devices and services, AT funding, policy and practices, Transition services, as well as IT and Telecommunication services, for local and state agency, business, educational, and community members |
 | Coordinate and conduct assessments to determine appropriate assistive technology, telecommunication and ergonomic solutions for individuals with disabilities.
 | Assist customers in resolving technical problems over the telephone
 | Set up demonstration lab, coordinate and conduct device demonstrations and Center tours as necessary, assist with coordination of equipment loan library, .
 | Assemble, deliver, and setup workstations, chairs, and additional office furniture
 | Configure, install, uninstall, and troubleshoot a variety of assistive technologies, telecommunication devices, computer software and applications
 | Marketing/Sales | 25 – 40%
 | Develop and implement marketing strategies. Demonstrate and sell assistive technology devices and services to existing and prospective businesses, service providers and consumers |
 | Prepare comprehensive, detailed reports, assessment findings, training services as well as price quotations and proposals
 | Maintain record keeping system for project related activities
 | Drive company vehicle to provide client and conference services locally and statewide
 | Participate in technology related conferences and workshops
 | Performs other related duties as assigned

 ATP, Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent level of education in related field (ie special education, rehabilitation, occupational/physical/speech therapy, rehabilitation engineering, instructional technology) and experience to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

Demonstrated experience in the use of assistive technology, computer and other technology for individuals with disabilities may substitute for required education; report writing; experience with recordkeeping systems; and 1-2 years of sales experience with proven success.

 Experience working with persons with varying degrees of ability Familiarity with computers and various types of adaptive equipment Experience in coordinating and/or conducting workshops, training events, equipment demonstrations

Documented ability of working well with diverse individuals Excellent written and oral communication skills

Experience with report writing and recordkeeping systems Must be customer oriented with customer service skills Have experience in customer service related position Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to lift, twist, bend, stoop, and kneel, repetitively Knowledgeable in general office procedure

 Please send your resume to BlueSun for consideration.