Academic Program Specialist, Student Accessibility Services

The University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tuition

Wellness initiatives

Employer-Funded Health Insurance

Employer-Paid Disability Insurance

Campus Parking

Job summary

The University of Tampa is hiring an Academic Program Specialist in the Academic Success Center’s Student Accessibility Services. You will manage a large caseload of students with disabilities, develop accommodation plans, conduct intake meetings, and provide targeted academic support.

You will train campus stakeholders on accessibility processes and ensure FERPA, ADA, and Section 504 compliance while contributing to center operations and outreach activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in education, higher education, or related discipline is required.
• In-depth knowledge of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Fair Housing Act and FERPA.
• At least two years of full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities – experience with students with disabilities in higher education preferred.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organizational skills as well as the ability to establish priorities and manage time wisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with various areas within the Academic Success Center and other areas on campus.
• Ability to work nights or weekends on an occasional basis.
• Knowledge of MS Office and computer database skills. Knowledge of Accommodate by Symplicity, Work Day, and EAB Navigate preferred.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion for all faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Work with a range of students with documented disabilities to create accommodation plans for academic, housing, dietary, and other areas.
• Review documentation, conduct welcome meetings, and manage a large caseload of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide one-on-one academic support within assigned caseload.
• Train university stakeholders on accommodations processes and compliance with ADA and Section 504.
• Assist with accommodated examinations and proctoring; serve as reader/scribe as needed.
• Develop and update SAS/ASC standard operating procedures and weekly workflows.
• Create and implement student workshops and educational programming.
• Track and report data from the student caseload and affiliated services.
• Support the Director and ASC staff with outreach and center operations.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Accommodate by Symplicity

Work Day

EAB Navigate

Education

Master’s Degree in education/higher education

Tools

MS Office

Accommodate by Symplicity

Work Day

EAB Navigate

Job description

Position DetailsHoused within the Academic Success Center, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at The University of Tampa has an opening for an Academic Program Specialist. This position will be responsible for duties related to Student Accessibility Services and will report to the Director of Student Accessibility Services.Responsibilities1. Work with a range of students with documented disabilities to create accommodation plans regarding academic, housing, dietary, and other relevant accommodation areas.2. Responsible for reviewing documentation, conducting welcome meetings, and general case management for a large caseload of students, including both new and continuing undergraduate and graduate student populations.3. Assist with providing one-on-one academic support to students with disabilities within assigned student caseload.4. Provide formal and informal training to a variety of University stakeholders regarding the accommodations process and how we ensure institutional compliance and equitable access relative to ADA and Section 504 Rehabilitation Act. 5. Assist the department and Testing Center with accommodated examinations, such as serving as a reader/scribe, and assisting with mid-term and final exam proctoring. Work as part of a team to maintain updated Student Accessibility Services standard operating procedures.6 Create, develop, and implement student workshops and educational programming associated with Student Accessibility Services and the Academic Succes Center.7. Track and report on data from student caseload and affiliated services.8. Provide additional support to the Director as necessary; serve as a contributing member to SAS and ASC staff, assisting with outreach and overall Center operations, as needed.9. Assist the Director with educational initiatives across campus related to Student Accessibility Services and the ADA.10. Help oversee daily operations of Student Accessibility Services when Director is absent.11. May teach one section each fall and spring semester of ASK 100.12. Other duties as assigned.13. Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of all cultures and backgrounds.Qualifications1. Master’s Degree in education, higher education, or related discipline is required.2. In-depth knowledge of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Fair Housing Act and FERPA.3. At least two years of full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities – experience with students with disabilities in higher education preferred.4. Prior teaching experience preferred. 5. Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organizational skills as well as the ability to establish priorities and manage time wisely.6. Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with various areas within the Academic Success Center and other areas on campus.7. Ability to work nights or weekends on an occasional basis.8. Knowledge of MS Office and computer database skills. Knowledge of Accommodate by Symplicity, Work Day, and EAB Navigate preferred.9. Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.10. Commitment to equity and inclusion for all faculty, staff and students.Required AttachmentsPlease be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.1. Cover letter2. ResumeThe University of Tampa offers great benefits to include:· FREE Tuition· Generous paid leave· Wellness initiatives· 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account· 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance· 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program· Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans· FREE On-Campus Parking· FREE Access to Campus Amenities (pool, library, campus events and more)· Fitness Center· Pet Insurance· Flexible Spending Accounts· And more!Work ScheduleMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Summer: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.