Project Manager Washington State

(Program Manager B)
Human Resources Disability Business Technical Assistance
Phone: 360.650.3774 Fax: 360.650.2810 Center Northwest / Americans with
Website: www.acadweb.wwu.edu/hr Disabilities Act Center
Mountlake Terrace
Applications are open to all applicants.

Recruitment # 06-109 Dept: Woodring College of Education

Opens: Thursday, December 14, 2006 Salary: $3,128 - $4,003 New hires typically begin at the first step
Closes: Friday, March 9, 2007 FLSA Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Bargaining Unit: BUD Bargaining Rep: Public School Employees
Position
This is a full-time, grant funded classified position for the Human Services and Rehabilitation department in Mountlake Terrace, Washington.
The position is currently funded for 60 months, with continued employment dependent upon additional funding and includes a full benefits
package. The position is responsible for assisting in the management of the operations of the Disability Business Technical Assistance
Center (DBTAC) Northwest, as well as serve as the coordinator for Washington State activities as identified by the State Steering
Committee. See attached job description for more details.
Required Qualifications
In order to be considered for this position you must meet all required qualifications and please specifically address them in your cover
letter/resume.
ƒ Bachelor’s degree preferably in Human Services, Social Sciences or other related field of study AND three years of professional
experience in a disability related field.
ƒ Experience in a public or private rehabilitation setting.
ƒ Basic knowledge of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and related legislation.
ƒ Experience training in rehabilitation and providing direct service to persons with disabilities.
ƒ Experience managing work teams.
ƒ Experience managing and monitoring budget and financial data.
ƒ Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, electronic mail, internet and database.
ƒ Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
ƒ Ability to travel to multiple locations.
Preferred Qualifications
ƒ Master’s degree in Human Services, Social Sciences or other related field of study.
ƒ Knowledge and experience in distance education techniques and strategies.

How to Apply
ƒ Submit a cover letter, resume, and the attached 3 forms.
ƒ Please address how you meet the above listed qualifications in your letter or resume.
ƒ Mail, deliver or fax your application materials by the closing date listed above.
US Postal Service Mailing Address: Office Location and Address For Courier Services:
WWU, Human Resources Dept , MS-5221 WWU, Human Resources Department
516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225-5996 405 – 32nd Street, (3rd Floor), Bellingham, WA 98225
FAX: 360.650.2810

WWU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons age
40+, disabled and Vietnam era veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. For disability accommodations, call 360.650.7410 (voice) or
360. 650.7696 (TTY). WWU is committed to fostering a safe learning and working environment. Our Annual Campus Security Report
includes information on campus crime and safety policies and procedures. For a copy, go to www.wwu.edu/depts/vpsa/asr.htm or call
360. 650.3774; TTY (360) 650-7696.
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Position Description
Project Manager Washington State
(Program Manager B)
Disability Business Technical Assistance Center Northwest / Americans with Disabilities Act Center
in Mountlake Terrace

Position Summary:
Assist the Program Director in managing the day-to-day functions/operations of the DBTAC (Disability Business Technology
Assistance Center) Northwest: ADA Center federal grant. The Project Manager will serve as Broker for Washington State,
coordinate the Steering Committees of the Federal Region X (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington States) and oversee
the budget and activities for the Washington State DBTAC sub grant.

Reports To: Program Director

Hours Of Work: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Hours may vary according to departmental needs with evening
and weekend hours and overnight travel expected.

Department Job Performance Standards:

ƒ Communicate professionally and effectively at all levels of the organization and with the general public and diverse
populations using tact and courtesy.
ƒ Proficient public speaking and technical writing skills.
ƒ Maintain reliable and punctual attendance.
ƒ Produce thorough and accurate work in a timely manner.

Essential Functions:
ƒ Assist the Program Director in managing day-to-day functions/operations of the DBTAC Northwest and ADA Center.
ƒ Serve as broker for the Washington State DBTAC sub grant.
ƒ Coordinate the State Steering Committee of Federal Region X (Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington States).
ƒ Oversee budget and related fiscal activities for Washington State DBTAC.
ƒ Develop and conduct training on all titles of the ADA to individuals and organizations within the Federal Region X via
face-to-face or utilizing distance education techniques.
ƒ Lead in the design, maintenance and monitoring systems for collection, analysis and submission of data.
ƒ Provide local support and coordination for the work of the state steering committee including the provision of training on a
wide variety of rehabilitation topics to individuals employed in rehabilitation agencies and community rehabilitation
programs in Federal Region X.
ƒ Train individuals and groups via face-to-face and/or distance education approaches.
ƒ Develop, produce and revise training curricula according to identified needs of individuals working in rehabilitation
agencies and community rehabilitation programs.
ƒ Recruit, select, train, supervise, and evaluate the work of training consultants.
ƒ Provide on-site individualized training, organizational development, and/or technical assistance activities to community
rehabilitation program staff and others in their communities.
ƒ Attend appropriate academic and continuing education programs in order to update and maintain related skills and
knowledge.
ƒ Remain informed of major trends in the field of rehabilitation.
ƒ Assist with writing and submitting grants for training or research.
ƒ Assist with compiling and writing grant progress reports.
ƒ Develop and maintain effective communication and relationships with Advisory Board members, granting agencies and
representatives for public and private rehabilitation agencies.
ƒ Serve on appropriate committees, task forces, and advisory boards.
ƒ Coordinate and cooperate with other Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation (CCER) staff to develop and
conduct training programs and provide assistance to self-directed work teams addressing other CCER activities.
ƒ Represent CCER at meetings and conferences as requested.

Marginal Functions:
ƒ Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Application For Employment

Please answer all of the following information. Your application will be considered incomplete if you
fail to fully complete and submit the required application forms.

Are you currently a permanent WWU employee? … Yes … No

If yes, please provide the following information:

Your current WWU position: ___________________________________________
Bargaining Unit: … BUA … BUB … PTE … BUD … BUE

Do you have any relatives currently employed with Western Washington University? … Yes … No
If yes, please provide the following information:
Name Position Title and Department Relationship

Professional References
I authorize Western Washington University to take steps to confirm and verify my past employment, my education, and other stated activities. I also
consent and authorize my professional references, including my current and former employers to furnish any and all relevant information concerning
my employment record. Please list 3 professional references below:
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I am aware that any omissions, falsifications, or misrepresentations above or in any supplement hereto may disqualify me from employment
consideration; and if I am hired, may be grounds for immediate termination. I understand that any info I give may be investigated as allowed by law. I
consent to the release of information about my ability, employment history, & fitness for employment by current or former employers, schools, law
enforcement agencies, human resources staff, & other authorized employees of WWU for employment purposes. This consent shall continue to be
effective during my employment, if I am hired. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, all of the statements contained here and on attachments
are true, correct, complete, and made in good faith.

Name (Print): ___________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________________________________

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materials. This information is used only for the University's affirmative action program in compliance with Federal Executive
Order 11246, 38 U.S.C. 4212, P.L. 93-112, P.L. 105-339 and Washington State Executive Order 93-07 and RCW 41.06.150.
Applicants who do not complete or return this form will not be treated adversely.
NAME (Last, First, Middle Initial) POSITION: Project Coordinator Washington State RECRUITMENT#06-109
(Program Manager B)

1) Ethnicity: Are you Hispanic or Latino? (See reverse for definitions.)

2) Race: Which race do you identify? (See reverse for definitions.) Check all that apply.
Black or African American
American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
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White/Caucasian
Other (please specify) _______________________

3) If you identify with two or more races above, specify which one you prefer for affirmative action purposes:
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selected for question 2 or 3? Hispanic/Latino Race

5) Age: Are you age 40 or older? No Yes

6) Gender: Female Male

7) Disability: Do you have a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities? (See reverse for
definitions.) No Yes

8) Veteran Status: (See below for definitions. Check all that apply.)
Vietnam-Era Veteran (Republic of Vietnam, 2/28/61 - 5/7/75) Vietnam-Era Veteran (8/5/64 - 5/7/75)
Special Disabled Veteran
Other Protected Veteran (specify organization and date): __________________________________________

9) How did you learn about this position? (Check all that apply.)

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American Indian/Alaska Native – a person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South
America (including Central America), and who maintains cultural identification through tribal affiliation or
community attachment.

Asian – a person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia or the Indian
Subcontinent, such as, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand, and
Vietnam.

Black/African American – a person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.

Hispanic/Latino – a person of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish
culture or origin, regardless of race.

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander – a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii,
Guam, Samoa or other Pacific Islands.

White/Caucasian - a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, North Africa, or the Middle
East.

Veteran Status Special Disabled Veteran (41CFR60.250.2): (1) a veteran entitled to compensation
(or who, but for the receipt of military retired pay, would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by
the Department of Veterans Affairs for a disability (i) rated at 30% or more, or (ii) rated at 10 or 20% if it has been
determined that the individual has a serious employment disability; or (2) a veteran discharged or released from
active duty because of a service-connected disability.

Vietnam-Era Veteran (41CFR60.250.2): a person who served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days.
In the case of veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam, this includes the period beginning February 28,
1961, and ending May 7, 1975. For all other veterans, this includes the period beginning August 5, 1964, and
ending on May 7, 1975. Veterans must have been discharged or released with other than a dishonorable
discharge, or discharged or released from active duty for a service-connected disability if any part of such active
duty was performed during the Vietnam-era, a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has
been authorized.

Other Protected Veteran (PL105-339): veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or
expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized.

Disability Status Impairment (41CFR60.741.1): Any physiological disorder, or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical
loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological, musculoskeletal, special sense organs,
respiratory (including speech organs), cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, genito-urinary, hemic and
lymphatic, skin, and endocrine; or any mental or psychological disorder, such as mental retardation, organic brain
syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities.

Major Life Activities (41CFR60.741.1): Functions such as caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking,
seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.

Substantially Limits (41CFR60.741.1): Unable to perform a major life activity that the average person in the
general population can perform.
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Western Washington University is committed to providing a safe environment for all members of the University community. To reach this goal,
Western conducts criminal background investigations on all potential classified employees, professional staff, and volunteers. Criminal conviction
records are reviewed as they relate to the content and nature of work, and the safety and security of University staff, students, public, and University
property. A criminal conviction record does not necessarily disqualify you from employment. This information will only be disclosed to staff that
need to be involved. If you have any questions, call the Human Resources Department at (360) 650-3774.
Additionally, the Washington State Child and Adult Abuse Information Law (RCW 43.43.830 - 840) requires that employers ask applicants to disclose
specific information about any convictions for crimes against persons and findings in related actions or proceedings. This conviction information, if
applicable, must be disclosed by any applicant applying for positions that may involve unsupervised access to children, developmentally disabled
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POSITION APPLYING FOR: #06-109 DATE OF BIRTH: DRIVER’S LICENSE OR ID# :
PROJECT MANAGER WASHINGTON
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