Access Coordinator, Disability & Accessibility Programs

University of Texas; Utah; On-site; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Access Coordinator, Disability & Access to support students and families by handling intake, determining reasonable accommodations, and maintaining confidential records in line with ADA/504 policies.

The role involves collaborating with faculty and staff, delivering presentations, and advancing accessibility initiatives across departments, with a comprehensive benefits package and start date in 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, behavioral science, or related field.
• A combination of three years of experience administering student programs or developing student programs.
• Experience reviewing psycho-educational reports and working within ADA/ADAA and Section 504 guidelines.
• Experience counseling students or advising college students with disabilities.
• Experience with crisis management and counseling.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and drop-in appointments with current and prospective students and families and maintain a caseload of approximately 350 students.
• Determine reasonable accommodations and support faculty and staff in implementation of approved accommodations.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained confidentially in line with the university's policies.
• Review disability-related documentation to determine eligibility and accommodations under 504, ADA, and ADAA.
• Meet with individual students for problem solving and information dissemination using independent judgment.
• Work with faculty, staff and external agencies to plan necessary academic accommodations.
• Support accessibility-related programs and policies across departments.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and workshops on disability and accessibility.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, behavioral science, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Access Coordinator, Disability & Access to support students and families by handling intake, determining reasonable accommodations, and maintaining confidential records in line with ADA/504 policies.

The role involves collaborating with faculty and staff, delivering presentations, and advancing accessibility initiatives across departments, with a comprehensive benefits package and start date in 2026.