Accessibility Coordinator

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University’s Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services (CCAS) seeks an Accessibility Coordinator to ensure students with disabilities have equitable access to academic programs and campus facilities under the ADA and related laws.

The role reports to the Associate Director of Accessibility Services and focuses on coordinating accommodations and promoting accessibility across campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a Higher Education related discipline.
• 1-2 years of progressive experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake independent projects and manage competing tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively balance multiple and competing issues.
• Ability to advocate for students with disabilities while maintaining collegial relationships.
• Demonstrated ability in assessment of student services and use of assessment results to make changes that improve the delivery of services and programs for students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement reasonable accommodations that ensure equitable access for students with disabilities.
• Work with students, faculty, and campus partners to determine appropriate accommodations.
• Provide consultation regarding accessibility practices and inclusive learning environments.
• Assist with outreach, training, and educational initiatives to promote disability awareness and accessibility.

Skills

Independent projects

Collaborative partnerships

Multitasking

Advocacy for students

Assessment of services

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Department: Counseling and Personal Development Center

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0401884

SHRA/EHRA:

SHRA/EHRA: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category:

Job Category: Professional

Hiring Range:

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency:

Overall Position Competency: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization:

The Division of Student Affairs is committed to providing an exceptional co-curricular experience, supportive of the academic mission at Fayetteville State University from orientation through graduation. With a strong emphasis on total student development, the division strives to prepare each student for a productive, ethical and meaningful life after college, while fostering an inclusive campus community in support of the educational mission of the university.
The primary mission of The Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services ( CCAS ) is to provide programs and outreach services to promote student engagement and assist in the emotional, psychological, physical and intellectual development of students with diverse backgrounds.
CCAS provides counseling services, accessibility accommodations, and disability support services designed to ensure equitable access to academic programs, campus facilities, and university services. Accessibility Services (AS) ensures compliance with federal and state disability laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), ADA Amendments Act ( ADAAA ), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Accessibility Services coordinates reasonable accommodations, provides consultation to faculty and staff, and promotes inclusive practices that remove barriers to learning and participation for students with disabilities.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

The Accessibility Coordinator serves as a disability services professional within the Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services and reports to the Associate Director of Accessibility Services. The Accessibility Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and implementing reasonable accommodations that ensure students with disabilities have equitable access to academic programs, campus facilities, and university services in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), ADA Amendments Act ( ADAAA ), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

The Accessibility Coordinator works directly with students, faculty, and campus partners to determine appropriate accommodations, facilitate the implementation of accommodations, and provide consultation regarding accessibility practices and inclusive learning environments. The position also assists with outreach, training, and educational initiatives designed to promote disability awareness and accessibility across the university community

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a Higher Education related discipline from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of progressive experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to undertake independent projects and manage competing tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively balance multiple and competing issues.
• Ability to advocate for students with disabilities while maintaining collegial relationships.
• Demonstrated ability in assessment of student services and use of assessment results to make changes that improve the delivery of services and programs for students.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Special Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a Higher Education related discipline from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of progressive experience working directly with individuals with disabilities.
• Direct experience determining eligibility for disability related accommodations.
• Experience working in a college of university disability services office.
• Familiarity with various neuropsychological, psycho-educational and psychological
• assessment batteries used in the diagnosis of learning disabilities, mental health conditions,
• ADHD , traumatic brain injury and interpreting the data from such reports into appropriate
• accommodations for the post-secondary setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge, training or experience interpreting federal and state laws
• regarding disability rights and their application to higher education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of understanding of disability rights and disability culture.
• Experience in program assessment and evaluation.

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Notice to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Additional Information for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Other Documents Continued

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