Assistant Director - Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT)
State of Missouri Blue Springs, Missouri, United States
- Location: Blue Springs, Missouri, United States
- Categories: Clerical and Administrative Support
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jun 13, 2025
Job Description:
Assistant Director - Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT)
Description
Job Location: This position will be located at 1501 NW Jefferson St., Blue Springs, MO 64015.Why you’ll love this position:
Missouri Assistive Technology (MoAT), the federally funded Assistive Technology Act Program for Missouri, operates within the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. MoAT is seeking a dynamic and skilled assistant director to lead programs and initiatives that improve access to assistive technology (AT) for individuals with disabilities.
- Program Administration: This position has primary responsibility for overseeing the device loan program and administration of the assistive technology reimbursement program, with opportunities to administer additional programs and services based on skill and agency need.
- Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders, including committees, state and school personnel, employers, and nonprofit organizations, to implement AT programs effectively.
- Information and Assistance: Provide guidance to consumers, businesses, healthcare providers, and agencies to enhance their understanding of AT resources and access to AT solutions.
- Compliance & Reporting: Monitor program expenditures, ensure adherence to state and federal requirements, and prepare reports for federal performance reviews.
- Data Management: Analyze program data to track progress, identify needs, and implement improvements for enhanced service delivery.
- Special Projects: Lead initiatives related to the federal Assistive Technology Act.
- Training & Presentations: Develop and deliver presentations on AT topics to diverse audiences through in-person and virtual methods.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in special education, allied health, rehabilitation, or a related field. Expertise in AT solutions, such as augmentative communication devices, computer adaptations, reading/writing aids, low-vision tools, home access modifications, hearing related assistive technology and vehicle access modifications or conversions.
OR
● Four or more years of professional or technical experience in assistive technology services or related disability services. Job-based experience in identifying, explaining and applying AT solutions to individuals with various disabilities and of all ages. Experience coordinating multiple aspects of a program, including application processing, client communication, and reporting.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@dese.mo.gov
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7 th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.
To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.
Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.