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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a part-time RPTM Content Expert to ensure Recreation, Park and Tourism Management course materials are academically accurate and fully accessible to all students. The role involves reviewing and updating materials for accuracy, collaborating with learning designers to meet accessibility standards, and creating meaningful alt text while preserving the integrity of RPTM concepts and industry standards.

Highlights

Review and remediate course materials for accessibility, ensuring accurate use of RPTM terminology and standards.
Translate complex RPTM concepts into accessible formats.
Write contextually accurate alt text and long descriptions for RPTM-specific visuals.
Collaborate with staff to differentiate decorative versus essential visual elements for learning.
Update course items to improve student learning accessibility as per learning design feedback.
Required qualification: High School Diploma or GED.
Part-time schedule: 5-10 hours per week.
Starting compensation rate: $25.00 per hour.
Employment requires successful background check according to university policies.
Position is part of the College of Health and Human Development, Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management at Penn State University.

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Health and Human Development, Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management (RPTM) is seeking applicants for part-time RPTM Content Expert. This individual will be a subject matter expert to ensure course materials are both academically accurate and fully accessible to all students. This individual will help review content and update course materials for accuracy, as well as collaborate with learning design professionals to ensure that the materials meet web accessibility guidelines. This is a unique role which combines deep content knowledge with accessibility skills to create meaningful alt text and remediate materials for accessibility while maintaining the integrity of RPTM concepts and industry standards.

Job duties:

Review and remediate course materials for accessibility while ensuring RPTM terminology and industry standards remain accurate
Translate complex RPTM concepts into accessible formats
Write contextually accurate alt text for RPTM-specific visuals
Collaborate with staff to determine which visual elements are decorative vs. essential for learning RPTM concepts
Identify and write long descriptions where necessary due to the complexity of content
Update course items that present challenges for students to fully learn the content as discussed with learning design.

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

High School Diploma or GED

Schedule:

5-10 hours/week

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $25.00.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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