Vocational Specialist (Statewide Opportunities) (Multiple Positions) (Family & Community Medicine)

Position Highlights

The Vocational Specialist is responsible for implementing pre-employment transition services in local schools, as well as collaborating with the local school and adult service agency personnel. The Vocational Specialist also communicates and shares information, while engaging families and students with disabilities. This person will work with educators to develop and provide direct vocational services and individualized supports for students with disabilities. The Vocational Specialist will provide training on job sites, collect data, share resources, and maintain follow-up communication with local sites.

These openings will be filled as the unit grows into different areas across Arizona. You are encouraged to apply wherever you are located as we have contacts everywhere to get programs started.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Share relevant resources at local schools to connect students and parents with information regarding pre-employment services, individualized instruction, and support for youth ages 14 to 22 primarily in community settings and local businesses. Communicate, share information, and engage families and students with disabilities.
• Collect data and success stories, contribute to informational materials and resource development, and monitor and provide follow-up services at participating sites.
• Participate in project, team, and departmental meetings and keep the project coordinator and project staff informed of local activities.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Rehabilitation, Social Work, or Psychology
  
  

FLSANon-ExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryOutreach and Community EngagementBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay$18.15 - 22.69Compensation Typehourly rateGrade4Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$18.15Grade Range Midpoint$22.69Grade Range Maximum$27.23Career Stream and LevelOC3Job FamilyCmty OutreachJob FunctionOutreach & Community EngageType of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)Number of Vacancies4Target Hire DateExpected End DateContact Information for CandidatesLoretta Alvarez | lbalvarez@arizona.eduOpen Date3/10/2025Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResume and Cover LetterSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

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