Access Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 40,050 - 48,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition remission for employees and dependents

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Access Coordinator to ensure equal access for PNW students with disabilities in a multi-campus setting. This role offers a dynamic environment where collaboration with faculty, staff, and specialists is key in supporting students' needs.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and ideally a Master’s, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement contributions, and tuition remission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities is essential.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with diverse teams to provide accommodations.
• Meet with students and families to assess disability documentation.
• Track student progress and provide necessary interventions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Experience with assistive technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AIM

Job description

Overview

The Access Coordinator is a year-round position working with a dynamic team of professionals who ensure equal access and opportunity for PNW students with documented disabilities in a fast-paced, multi-campus environment. The Access Coordinator will ensure access and highly specialized support for students with documented disabilities at PNW.

Pay

$44,500

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (30 minute lunch)
• Occasional evenings and weekends – sometimes schedule flexing is available

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with people of all socioeconomic and educational backgrounds in a respectful and diplomatic manner. This includes families, faculty, staff, and outside experts to ensure accommodations are being appropriately provided.
• Work closely with the Director, Access Coordinators, and the Technology Specialist on the Student Review Team to support students.
• Meet with students and parents to assess and review disability documentation, determine accommodations, prepare or update Access Plans, consult with faculty to ensure accommodations are provided appropriately and confidentially.
• Provide intensive compensatory strategy interventions under the name of Academic Coaching on both campuses – in person and via Zoom on a regular basis.
• Work with the entire PAC team to ensure consistent practices and policies are utilized.
• Proctor accommodated tests and quizzes to ensure each student receives the appropriate individualized accommodations and work with staff to ensure that all tests are secured, scheduled, proctored, and returned with integrity and in a timely manner.
• Track student progress and intervene as needed, provide support, update Access Plans.
• Collaborate with Dean of Students Office, TRIO, Advising, Tutoring, Housing, First Gen Office, Student Success Hub, Registrar, Counseling Center, Athletics, Career Center, and other student-facing offices.
• Refer to other resources on and off campus as needed.
• Engage in outreach and education activities on PNW campuses on a regular basis and in the community as needed.

Benefits

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• University contributions to Health Savings Account
• Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's preferred
• Coursework may include: Special education, education, counseling, or social work
• A combination of education and experience may be considered

Experience

• Two years’ experience working with students with disabilities

Core Competencies

• Ability to remain calm and encouraging in a fast-paced chaotic environment
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication and judgment skills
• Ability to independently problem solve, follow directions, complete projects, manage case load effectively, accurately document in a timely manner in AIM, and be a supportive team member
• Detail oriented
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneouslyWillingness to learn and follow Section 504 and ADA requirements for higher education, office procedures, practices, guidelines, protocols, and university policies
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; learn and utilize AIM, the PAC database, ability to perform all functions of the office independently consistent with PAC mission, vision, philosophy, and protocol
• Experience with assistive technology, preferred
• Ability to arrive at required location independently, whether on or off campus

Additional Information

Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an equal opportunity/equal access university.

FLSA Status

Exempt