Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title Alternative Format Assistant Requisition Number H01113P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 10-20 Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $13.00 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function
The Alternative Format Assistant will assist the Accommodation Specialist and Adaptive Technology Specialist in the conversion of course materials into alternative formats (PDF, Audio, MP3, or adding alternative text to pictures); using software such as, Adobe Acrobat and Kurzweil. This position will also help train students on the use and navigation of Kurzweil software, help to ensure that students requests for alternative format are completed, follow-up with students when needed and input documentation of notes and paperwork. We will train applicants on use of equipment & software. Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have experience in working with customers, Microsoft Office suite and Adobe Acrobat.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred experience working with PCs & Mac computers, and familiar with Kurzweil. Excellent customer service skills, enjoys helping people and is able to work independently and with a team. Applicants eligible for the Federal Work Study Program preferred. If you are unsure if you are eligible for the Federal Work Study program, contact the Financial Aid office at (801) 626-7569.
Background Check? Yes
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 05/13/2026 Review Date 05/15/2026 Job Close Date 06/13/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/12925 Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume, transcripts and contact information for 3 references.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Physical Requirements of this position Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection). The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).
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