Accessibility Specialist

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago's Student Academic Services seeks an Accessibility Specialist to evaluate disability documentation and coordinate accommodations across the Rogers Park-Lake Shore and Water Tower campuses.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff, maintain confidential records, and promote ADA compliance and inclusive learning. Evening/weekend hours may be required. A Master’s degree and relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 1–2 years of related experience in services for Students with disabilities.
• Master's Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field and 1–2 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, FERPA and accommodations in higher education.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in Jesuit education.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and interprets disability documentation and reviews student applications for SAC affiliation.
• Approves and facilitates reasonable accommodations consistent with law and best practices.
• Prepares case-notes summary and inputs into case-management system; maintains confidentiality.
• Meets with students to discuss accommodations and communicates with instructors.
• Coordinates communication between Faculty, Staff, and students with disabilities; provides consultations and technical assistance.
• Provides referrals to practitioners and on-campus resources.
• Works with Deaf/Hard of Hearing, visual, learning, mobility, medical, and mental health needs; reevaluates accommodations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field and 1–2 years of services for Students with disabilities

Master's Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field with 1–2 years of related work experience

Tools

MS Office 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)

Job description

Position Details

• Job Title: Accessibility Specialist


• Position Number: 8102414


• Work Modality: Fully In-Person


• Job Type: Full-Time


• FLSA Status: Exempt


• Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus & Chicago-Water Tower Campus


• Department: STUDENT ACADEMIC SERVICES


• Location Code: STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY CENTER (02043G)


• Job Category: University Staff


• Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? No


• Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No

Duties and Responsibilities

Direct Student Service:

• Evaluates and interprets disability documentation and reviews student applications to affiliate with the Student Accessibility Center (SAC). Prepares for the initial interview and prepares questions about the functional impact of a student's disabilities in relation to their courses/academic program.


• Approves and facilitates reasonable accommodations consistent with current law and identified best practices within the field.


• Prepares a case-notes summary of findings and recommendations after the interview, inputting these into the case-management system database. Maintains confidentiality of records.


• Meets individually with Students to discuss current accommodations, assesses the need for reevaluation of accommodations, fosters student self-advocacy, and maintains communication with Instructors/Staff.


• Coordinates communication between Faculty, Staff, and prospective and enrolled Students with disabilities. Provides on-going consultation and technical assistance to facilitate services and accommodations, some of which require a fundamental-alteration review to set limits on their usage, which requires Faculty input.


• Provides referrals to Students for practitioner evaluations and to on-campus academic and wellness resources.


• Works directly with Students with disabilities including but not limited to Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students , visual disabilities, learning disabilities, mobility disabilities, medical (such as chronic conditions), and mental health concerns. Re-evaluates accommodations when Students move to field-based learning (e.g., internships, practicums, clinical rotations).


• In collaboration with SAC Staff, plans and facilitates student and Faculty workshops.


• Facilitates accessible participation at various campus events (Student Organization Fair, Wellness Fair, Orientation Resource Fair, etc.) working closely with the campus planners and event organizers.


• This position will split time each week between Loyola's Lake Shore Campus and the Water Tower Campus to meet with Students on each campus.

Collaboration/Consultation:

• Serves as a member on internal and university-wide work groups and committees, as needed.


• Maintains liaison relationship with campus partners, and/or supports the delivery of other SAC services, including but not limited to communication services, notetaking, assistive technology, or alternate format materials.


• Works closely with the Department of Residence Life regarding housing, dining, and emotional support animal (ESA) accommodation needs for Students with disabilities.


• Consults and collaborates with Staff in other units, including but not limited to First and Second Year Academic Advising, Scholars Programs, undergraduate and graduate academic programs, Tutoring Center, New Student Programs, Office of Global and Community Engagement, the Wellness Center, and the Office of the Dean of Students.


• Serves as a liaison to the faculty and campus community on issues related to Students with disabilities, classroom and curriculum accommodations, and ADA compliance for Students.


• Participates in Student Academic Services signature programs, events, and activities, including but not limited to: Orientation, New Student Convocation, finals week proctoring, admission open houses, and student celebrations.


• Teaches section(s) of UNIV 101 First-Year Seminar, as needed.


• Must be able to work some evening and weekend hours in a fast-paced environment.


• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and one-to-two years of related experience in services for Students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field and one to two years of related work experience required; combination of comparable work and education experiences may be considered.


• Knowledge of the needs of Students with disabilities and diverse populations.


• Knowledge of relevant laws related to Higher Education/disability (ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, FERPA) and accommodations.


• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to help Students develop an appreciation for Jesuit approach to education.


• Ability to work effectively with Students in a holistic manner with an enthusiasm for providing student-centered services in the Ignatian tradition.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with Faculty, Staff, Students, and parents/families within the parameters of FERPA.


• Ability to embrace, promote and articulate the University's Jesuit Catholic identity.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

n/a

Computer Skills

Proficiency with MS Office 365 applications (including MS Excel, MS SharePoint, MS Teams), Internet, and e-mail applications. Prior administration or understanding of case management system Symplicity Accommodate preferred. Familiarity with any/all of the following is beneficial but not required: Oracle PeopleSoft; EAB Navigate360; Zoom.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours

Open Date

10/01/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$60,000 /ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$55,000 /ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience.

Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

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