The primary duty of this position is to support the Institute for Disability Research, Policy and Practice - Research and Training Division by developing and conducting training and technical assistance school districts and special education staff. This position reports to the project Principal Investigator and has no supervisory responsibilities. This position is telework-eligible within the state of Utah.

Exempt positions are eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, 22 days of earned vacation leave, 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.

Develop, implement, and facilitate the Workplace Supports and Work Based Learning Development Trainings (50%) 

• Assist with the development of Work Based Learning Experience training curriculum for school district administrators, transition specialists, teachers, and paraprofessionals in special education programs.
• Organize and facilitate trainings for Work Based Learning and Workplace Supports, schedule classes, prepare materials, maintain training reports, and development-related information into the Canvas Learning Managing System (LMS).
• Grade and provide individual feedback on all training assignments.
• Aide in curriculum revisions based on participant feedback that aligns with evidence-based practices.
• Participate in planning meetings with various stakeholders. Promote project awareness through community partnerships and networking.
• Use Online computer software such as Excel, Word, and other programs to maintain thorough training records. 

Develop, coordinate, facilitate, and conduct technical assistance for school district special education staff (50%)

• Provides technical assistance to school district administrators, transition specialists, teachers, and paraprofessionals in special education programs.
• Develops and implements formal technical assistance plans, content outlines, handouts, and evaluation tools; that align with the Work Based Learning skill-based competencies.
• Aide in the development of the technical assistance structure that supports and builds off of the Work Based Learning trainings.
• Conducts needs assessment with school districts, by identifying goals, and create customized technical assistance plans.
• Develop and facilitate community of practice sessions for Work Based participants who have completed the Work Based Learning and Workplace Supports trainings.
• Responds to new project requests for training and development. Works with supervisor and team to prioritize and assign work.
• Work as part of a larger team emphasizing meaningful access to education and community settings for transition-aged students with disabilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Public Health, Sociology, Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field as well as two years of work experience in employment programs for individuals with disabilities or Special Education, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of supported employment and customized employment.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and community employment providers.
• Competent in the use of computer programs including Excel, Microsoft Office, and other applications.
• Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology, Special Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Public Health, Sociology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field.
• Knowledge and experience working in transition services and employment service systems in the state of Utah.
• Proactive in resolving issues, setting up processes, and meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated understanding of community employment supports and services.
• Experience providing training to disability support professionals.
• Experience with data collection, assessments, and implantation strategies.
• General understanding of federal, state, and local supported employment systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality, and work without close supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills along with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people.
• Experienced in managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Able to organize work responsibilities and self-assess personal performance against target objectives.
• Able to work within a team-based environment.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into 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, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all 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. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. 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 04/2024

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