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Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

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This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 15, with an annual salary range of $63,042 to $84,056. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

Exempt

An employee in this classification performs work of moderate difficulty by ensuring that students with disabilities are provided the assistive technology, accessible text, and other tools that they need to access their course(s) in compliance with all applicable laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, in collaboration with faculty and other staff. Work is distinguished by the ability to provide ongoing case management, follow-up, and support to students regarding testing accommodations, assistive technology, and alternate format materials, and engage with staff, faculty, and administrators to promote equity, inclusive practices, universal design, and accessibility while reframing disability from a diversity perspective. General direction is received by the assigned manager.

1. Master’s 's degree in Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Assistive Technology, Instructional Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, and one to two years of experience working directly with individuals with disabilities; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. Considerable knowledge of and considerable skill in using assistive technology, including but not limited to adaptive equipment, apps, screen reading software (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), screen magnification software (e.g., ZoomText), speech-to-text software (e.g., Dragon Naturally Speaking), text-to-speech software (e.g., Kurzweil), keyboard-only software, Braille transcription/translation software (e.g., TactileView, Duxbury), accessible hardware (e.g., CCTVs, ergonomic keyboards and mice, monitors, refreshable Braille displays and notes, Smartpens, etc.).
3. Considerable knowledge of and considerable skill in using PDF remediation software (i.e., CommonLook, Codemantra), Adobe Acrobat Pro, and other relevant software needed to support students and complete the general functions of the role.
4. Good knowledge of learning, psychological, health, neurological, physical, and sensory disabilities as well as barriers associated with those disabilities
5. Good knowledge of applicable concepts, such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), the social model of disability, and accessibility.
6. Considerable skill in verbal and written communication, including, but not limited to, skill in accurately and legibly scribing for students’ tests/quizzes and accurately and effectively reading students’ tests/quizzes.
7. Considerable skill in resourceful problem solving and decision-making regarding issues related to scope of position.
8. Ability to work independently and as a team.
9. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and be responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
10. Working skill in document scanning processes and eBook creation systems.
11. Demonstrated abilities in independently organizing work to meet established deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in a fast‑paced work environment.
12. Working skill in documenting student case notes in the appropriate electronic system(s).
13. Ability to understand and follow FERPA privacy guidelines to ensure student confidentiality.
14. Considerable skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access and Publisher
15. Considerable skill in organizing work to meet established deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
16. Working skill in interpersonal interaction to be applied to a variety of individuals with differing education, ethnic and socio‑economic backgrounds.
17. Working skill in operating a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment as well as learning and adapting to new and updated programs and technology.
18. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends when required by the department’s needs.

Experience in Ellucian Colleague and Desire2Learn (D2L) is preferred

1. Ensure that students with disabilities are provided the assistive technology they need to access their course(s).
2. Design, develop, and deliver one‑on‑one or small group presentations on assistive technology for students with learning, visual, hearing, physical, and other disabilities.
3. Assess student technological skill levels and verify eligibility for assistive technology usage. Determine and recommend appropriate assistive technology to students; assist students in accessing course materials and textbooks using assistive technology.
4. Develop training materials and train students on how to use assistive technology specific to access course materials and textbooks.Manage the Alternate Format Textbook (AFT) Production Program, which includes therequest system and the quality assurance of materials in various formats, including e-text, e‑music, Braille, tactile graphics, enlarged print, etc.
5. Prepare print materials for electronic conversion. This includes scanning and reassembling any students' copies into a reusable print or digital format to accommodate eligible students.
6. Remediate materials, including textbooks, for accessibility.
7. Collaborate with Student Access & Disability Services employees to provide specialized Testing Accommodations, which includes enabling the use of assistive technology, scheduling private testing rooms, reading tests, and scribing for students’ tests.
8. Collaborate with staff, faculty, administrators, and external service providers to ensure provision of reasonable accommodations. Adhere to and keep current with ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable laws, regulations, and best practices pertaining to students with disabilities in higher education.
9. Maintain accurate case files and required data for reporting system(s) to ensure student progress is documented and compliant with applicable regulations. Submit accurate and timely reports to the director. Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and adhere to ethical standards.
10. Follow all College policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.
11. Actively participate on and lead various teams or committees.
12. Participate in/support professional development activities (e.g., Webinar recordings, training installation and setup, team and/or group trainings, etc.)
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Perform other job‑related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Light (up to 25 lbs occasionally or 10lbs frequently)

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Moderate noise

Typical office or administrative

The initial posting date for this position is 05/20/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 06/01/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.