Transition and Vocational Program Specialist
Education Requirement:
- A Bachelor's degree in education, rehabilitation, social work, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience working with youth and individuals with disabilities in educational or transitional settings. Typical experience minimum is 1 year.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be proficient in computer software applications.
- Ability to manage and organize multiple programs simultaneously and adapt to evolving needs.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet and maintain the UI Risk Management driving requirements.
- Proficiency with virtual learning platforms and student information systems.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience job developing for persons with disabilities and maintaining effective relationships with employers.
- Teaching or informal instructional experience with students with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or learning disabilities.
Application Details
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For questions, contact Alex Schutman at Alex-Schutman@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.