Rhode Island Commission on the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Full-time, $63,500.00 – $73,601.00
Proficiency in ASL Preferred
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Job Profile
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing, research, and presentations, including reports, training materials, and public-facing content.
- Proficiency with digital tools and technologies to support program administration, communication, data tracking, and accessible multimedia.
- Strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills, with the ability to plan, implement, evaluate, and adapt multiple projects or programs.
- Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including community members, state and local agencies, and public officials.
- Experience developing and delivering presentations, trainings, or workshops for diverse audiences.
- Knowledge of accessible multimedia practices, including video production, captioning, transcription, and visual communication strategies, and the ability to guide agencies on implementing best practices across platforms, including live streaming, social media, and emergency messaging.
- Familiarity with grant development, resource development, and data-informed decision-making is desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Serving Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and Deaf-Blind Communities
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and communicate with individuals across the spectrum of hearing and communication experiences.
- Knowledge of the cultural, linguistic, and access needs of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and Deaf-Blind individuals, including those with additional disabilities.
- Understanding of communication access services and strategies, including but not limited to interpreters, Deaf Interpreters (CDIs), CART, and emerging technologies.
- Familiarity with assistive technologies and communication tools that support access (e.g., alerting systems, amplification, visual communication tools).
- Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations related to communication access, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Federal Communications Commission regulations, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Proficiency in American Sign Language is preferred; a willingness to learn and develop ASL skills is required.
Required Experience and Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience in program coordination, project management, training, outreach, or a related field.
- Familiarity with government systems, public service structures, or community-based programs is desirable.
- Experience working with or within emergency management, public safety, healthcare systems, or related sectors is desirable but not required.
- Lived experience within Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, or Deaf-Blind communities is highly valued.