The Assistive Technology (AT) Coordinator (Engineering Technician III) is a full-time, non-exempt, benefited position located in Uintah County, under the supervision of the Utah Assistive Technology Program within the Institute for Disability Research, Policy, and Practice at Utah State University.

Job Location: 2574 W 500 N #2, Vernal, UT 84078
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with a 1-hour lunch

Non-exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 12 days of paid vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employees and dependents, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: Summary of Benefits 2023-2024.

• Works closely with AT Program Director regarding data management, data reporting, and development of strategic initiatives responsive to data considerations.

• Works directly with individuals with disabilities, collaborating with professionals from statewide disability-related organizations, OTs, PTs, and other medical professionals. Ensures proper evaluation of clients' needs and customizes and fits mobility and various assistive technology equipment. Seeks external assistance for complex mobility needs.

• Assesses functionality of donated mobility equipment, recycling items that cannot be refurbished. Organizes and stores usable parts, cleans, sanitizes, and refurbishes used mobility equipment. Pursues ongoing knowledge and technical reference materials for continuous improvement of refurbishing operations.

• Delivers and picks up mobility equipment in Eastern Utah, transports scrap materials to recycling facilities, and purchases program supplies using program vehicle.

• Overall responsibility for the safe and effective implementation of all program objectives.

• Communicates with external agencies, vendors, and organizations, ensuring prompt, effective, and professional communication and service delivery.

• Builds and enhances working relationships with external disability-related organizations to achieve program objectives and expand services.

• Manages program resources, supervises daily operations, and provides adequate supervision to part-time employees and volunteers. Improves processes for better service delivery, oversees data management, paperwork, and reporting procedures for accuracy and timeliness.

• Maintains, cleans, and organizes the work environment for efficient and effective processes and to enhance the public's perception of the program's ability to offer services to people with disabilities.

• Organizes outreach activities, including exhibits, health fairs, and media events.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to travel to different locations to pick up equipment following the University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Honesty and excellent ethics are required, along with experience in dealing with money and monetary transactions.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in the Assistive Technology or other related field. 
• Mechanical repair background with knowledge of basic power tools, hand tools, and basic electronics.
• Strong customer service experience and a proven ability to interact positively with outside agencies, vendors, and clients in a friendly and professional manner.
• Experience working with people with disabilities and mobility equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and inventory equipment and tools.
• Solid PC skills, especially in the Microsoft Office suite, and experience with computer data entry and inventory spreadsheets.
• Strong multitasking and proactive abilities.
• Self-initiative and the ability to work well with limited supervision.
• Ability to research and stay informed about upcoming assistive technology products to make appropriate recommendations to clients.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”.
2. Contact information for three professional references to be provided in the Candidate Profile.
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application.

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice (IDRPP) is Utah’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The IDRPP opened its doors in 1972 and was the first UCEDD program in the U.S. to focus on the educational and social needs of children and adults with disabilities. Over the past 50 years the IDRPP has grown into one of the largest UCEDD programs in the nation and is recognized as a pioneer in research, training, technical assistance, and services for children and adults with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who serve them.

The IDRPP is committed to hiring people with disabilities, veterans, and diverse individuals from all communities and backgrounds.  We value visible and invisible differences, and we recognize that diversity makes us stronger.  We welcome applicants who bring something different and unique to our organization.  We value creativity, loyalty, and hard work.  We believe that we can change the world and make it a better, more inclusive place for everyone, and we want to hire people who also believe that they can make a difference.

Mission:

We are working together to create inclusive communities and improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families through sustainable innovation, collaborative research, responsive service, and interdisciplinary training and education.

Values:

We Innovate: We lead by developing dynamic, sustainable, forward-thinking programs and services.

We Include: We demonstrate how to effectively work toward inclusive communities in our planning, programs, and services. We celebrate diversity in ability, race, ethnicity, culture, language, gender, sexual orientation, politics, and religion. 

We Collaborate: We forge partnerships. Working together makes us more effective and responsive to the current needs of our clients and communities.

We Care: We do what we do because we care. We are making the world a better place for people with disabilities and their families.

Funding Statement

The Institute for Disability Research, Policy, & Practice is one of the largest research and outreach centers at USU, and we are largely funded through grants, contracts, and fee-for-service programs. All staff positions at the IDRPP are contingent upon funding, and all senior staff at the IDRPP with graduate degrees are responsible for helping to generate funding to support our operations and growth.

College Highlights

The Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services is home to eight departments and is committed to providing the best learning opportunities and educational research in the state of Utah. Our programs are strengthened by an on-campus elementary laboratory school and five stand-alone centers, including the Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Clinical Excellence. The college offers clinical services to the community across the human lifespan and provides students with real-world service and research opportunities.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 7/2023

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023