About the Department

This is  a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.    Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

What We’re Looking For (Skills & Experience)

This role is centered on assistive technology, nonvisual access, and Braille literacy. We’re looking for candidates who bring a combination of technical skill, teaching ability, and a passion for accessibility.

Core Capabilities (Required)

• Ability to teach and support the use of assistive technology, including screen readers, magnifiers, braille displays, smartphones, tablets, and computers
• Ability to use and teach technology non visually (without reliance on sight), modeling effective techniques for individuals who are blind or have low vision
• Proficiency in contracted Braille, including the ability to read, write, and teach Braille in practical applications (e.g., braille notetakers, displays, and related technology)
• Experience teaching, training, or coaching others, with the ability to adapt instruction based on different learning styles
• Strong ability to translate technical concepts into clear, understandable language for nontechnical audiences
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex technology issues, using available tools and resources
• Ability to evaluate and recommend technology solutions based on individual needs and real-world environments
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, thorough reports and documentation
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly statewide, including overnight stays

Highly Valued Experience

• Direct experience working with assistive or accessibility technology used by individuals who are blind or have low vision
• Experience teaching blindness skills, including Braille and nonvisual technology use
• Experience supporting individuals in education, vocational rehabilitation, or workplace settings
• Familiarity with digital accessibility (documents, workplace systems, etc.)

Important Note: We recognize that candidates may have developed these skills through hands-on experience, training roles, rehabilitation services, IT support, education, or lived experience. A traditional engineering or technical degree is not required.

A traditional engineering or technical degree is not required.

E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil, industrial, mechanical, architectural, electrical or rehabilitation engineering and experience equal to one year of full-time work in the design, development and fabrication of mechanical or electrical components or assemblies for products such as industrial equipment, machinery, power equipment, service systems, machine tools and measuring instruments;

an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of professional work experience as indicated above for one year (thirty semester or equivalent hours) of the required education to a maximum of four years.

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