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Apply for Job Job ID364546 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAdministration-General Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9341A1 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Project Manager position is responsible for coordinating the implementation and adoption of The DRC's new accommodations management system, Accessible Information Management (AIM), which will be branded as UAccess. This position will serve as content expert and manager with respect to UAccess and all connected components including updating webpages, developing educational materials, developing and coordinating training, conducting outreach, and collecting feedback to inform process efficiency for coordinating and implementing accommodations. The University is expected to comply with the Minnesota RISE Act, which intersects with the adoption for UAccess and the Project manager will play a critical role to ensure compliance. This position will also coordinate employee engagement enhancement within DRC. This is a 100%, temporary one year appointment in the academic administrative personnel series (job code 9341A1, Admin Consultant/Analyst1). JOB DUTIES: Serve as project manager to complete UAccess implementation and adoption in a timely, efficient, and effective manner. Collaborate with DRC unit leads, Rochester, OIT, and others to complete setup and for DRC staff to fully utilize UAccess. Consult with University leaders and constituents on UAccess utilization and work with DRC director to address items identified. update webpages, develop educational materials, develop and coordinate training, and conduct outreach to support the rollout for UAccess and associated service delivery. Develop and rollout communication pertaining to how constituents connect with DRC to set up accommodations as well as how DRC and partners manage accommodations implementation. Coordinate the drafting and execution of a plan to meet compliance with the Minnesota RISE Act. Coordinate efforts to enhance and improve employee engagement within the DRC. WORK DAYS: Monday to Friday WORK MODE: Hybrid PAY RANGE: $73,946-$77,500 Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience. Demonstrated and sophisticated understanding of the key issues and best practices related to disability and accessibility in higher education. Meticulously detail oriented with excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships with colleagues in a highly consultative environment and to lead groups of people toward a common mission. Demonstrated ability to effectively identify and implement process improvements. Demonstrated superb expressive, written communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated excellent judgment and problem-solving abilities in complex contexts with competing interests and strong stakeholder viewpoints. Demonstrated experience in - and an ongoing commitment to - working effectively with and across diverse communities through an intersectional and justice-focused approach: including people of color, underrepresented groups and new immigrant populations; American Indians; people with both apparent and non-apparent disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first-generation students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. About the Department The DRC works with students, faculty/instructors, staff, and guests with documented disabilities to facilitate access on an individualized, case-by-case basis. The DRC also supports university faculty, instructors and administrators to build accessibility into systems, processes and learning environments so that fewer individual accommodations may be required. More information about the Disability Resource Center can be found at disability.umn.edu Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and su portive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.