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Assistive Technology Specialist - Limited Period Position -Multiple Vacancies

Department of Labor • No Address - Augusta, United States of America • 1d ago

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Job Description

Department of Labor– Division of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Job Class Code: 3015

Grade: 25 - Professional/Technical

Salary: $54,412.80 - $76,315.20 - Annually

Location: Augusta, ME

Opening Date: April 24, 2026

Closing Date: May 8, 2026

Our team is passionate about providing Assistive Technology services to children and adults who are blind or low vision. We are seeking an Assistive Technology Specialist to join the team.

DBVI is seeking an Assistive Technology Specialist to join the team.

The successful candidate will work closely with schools, families, and other blindness rehabilitation professionals and requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills. This is a Limited Period Position and can located out of any of our regional offices, statewide.

The Assistive Technology Specialist:

Assesses assistive technology needs using standardized methods and interprets relevant vision and medical information in order to recommend appropriate solutions that support independence in education, employment, and daily living.
Provides direct instruction in assistive technology, including screen readers, magnification, braille displays, and mobile accessibility tools, and develops individualized training plans tailored to client needs.
Configures, installs, and supports assistive technology devices and software, and creates accessible materials to ensure effective and compliant access.
Collaborates with clients, families, educators, and service providers to coordinate services, provide training, and support successful integration of assistive technology.
Maintains accurate documentation of assessments, services, and progress, and stays current with emerging technologies and accessibility best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

Technical & Assistive Technology Skills
• Proficiency with screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack) and magnification tools
• Experience with braille displays, OCR tools, and mobile accessibility features
• Knowledge of accessible software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, web navigation, OS accessibility settings)
• Ability to troubleshoot assistive technology devices, software, and connectivity issues

Instructional Skills
• Ability to teach assistive technology using clear, adaptable methods
• Experience developing individualized training plans based on client needs
• Patience and flexibility with diverse learning styles and abilities

Accessibility & Disability Knowledge
• Understanding of blindness and low vision functional needs
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, keyboard navigation, alt text) and accommodations (ADA, Section 508)

Communication & Collaboration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with clients, families, educators, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to support individuals adjusting to vision loss

Organizational Skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and maintain accurate documentation
• Experience delivering services in person and/or remotely

Problem-Solving & Adaptability
• Creative approach to accessibility challenges
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies

Minimum Qualifications

Advanced education, training, and/or experience in blind or low vision rehabilitation services spanning disciplines such as orientation & mobility, assistive technology and occupational therapy, or other related fields concerning accessibility and disability with demonstrated competency in disability assessment, technological solutions, instructional methods, problem solving, and communication. Ability to obtain Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (CATIS) within six months of hire.

Preferences Preference will be given to candidates who hold certification as a Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist.

Contact Information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Elissa.Rowe@maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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