About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas, distinguished as one of the few Tier One research universities designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities, and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, and urban design. We have seven academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNT WISE) program, and a number of professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

HPS students are trained to lead nonprofits, become educators, researchers and professionals who strengthen the diverse communities we serve, with thoughtful, inclusive, and equitable practices as audiologists, behavior analysts, city managers, emergency managers, health care administrators, public safety administrators, public health specialists, rehabilitation counselors, speech language pathologists, social workers, urban planners, and more.

UNT WISE is the premier training and consultancy group for programs seeking to enhance employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. We conduct training, host conferences and provide technical assistance to community rehabilitation programs (CRP) and organizations serving individuals with disabilities. UNT WISE provides more than 100 training events, serving more than 2,300 individuals, annually.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for oversight of a project. Duties include program planning and development, monitoring of program/project activities including marketing, curriculum development, assessment and community outreach.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field and four years of professional related experience; substitute education for experience only.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of program related state and federal laws and regulations.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

Training:

• Provide training for rehabilitation personnel, consumers with disabilities and rehabilitation stakeholders within specified timeframes and in designated format (online, in-person, webinar, etc.).
• Plan, develop and produce course/training material specific for projects including CRP training, the employment of persons with disabilities, Assistive Technology/accessibility and pre-employment training services for students with disabilities per contract/grant/director requirements.
• Serve as information resource on current best practices in areas related to employment for people with disabilities, assistive technology and accessibility.

Administrative:

• Disseminate information about UNT WISE programming at conferences, community events, etc.
• Develop strategic alliances within the community including UNT to promote collaboration around programs and research.
• Identify and coordinate with subject matter experts/trainers to develop continuing education credits (webinars) and assist with special projects as needed.
• Complete programmatic reports as required within timeframes.

Special Projects:

• Plan, organize and participate in special projects as assigned by Director.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Resume and cover letter required

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.