Accessibility Services & Academic Advising Coordinator

City of Kansas City; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking a Disability Services and Advising Coordinator to support students with disabilities through intake, accommodation coordination, and advising within the Student Access and Compliance team in a graduate-health education environment.

This role collaborates across academic and administrative units to promote equitable access, regulatory compliance, and student success while maintaining confidentiality under ADA/Section 504 and FERPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Experience in student services, disability support, or academic advising.
• Knowledge of ADAAA and Section 504, or ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disability accommodations and intake processes.
• Review documentation and engage students in the interactive process per policies and laws.
• Develop accommodation recommendations for review by a decision-maker.
• Communicate approved accommodations and provide guidance on implementation.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure timely, accurate implementation of accommodations.
• Maintain confidential records in compliance with ADA, FERPA, and institutional standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Discretion with confidential data

Diversity & inclusion mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, psychology, counseling, disability services, higher education administration, or a related field

Job description

Kansas City University is seeking a Disability Services and Advising Coordinator to support students with disabilities through intake, accommodation coordination, and advising within the Student Access and Compliance team in a graduate-health education environment.

This role collaborates across academic and administrative units to promote equitable access, regulatory compliance, and student success while maintaining confidentiality under ADA/Section 504 and FERPA.