Accessibility Specialist

Virginia AG; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is seeking an Accessibility Specialist to support students with disabilities through direct assistance, resources, and accommodations.

Responsibilities include maintaining Accommodate, supporting assistive technology, and coordinating alternative formats for instructional materials while collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to ensure accessible learning.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and resources for students with disabilities.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local disability laws and regulations.
• Experience with the accommodation process and assistive technology.
• Ability to interpret policies and advise students on accommodations.
• Strong customer service, written and oral communication with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and with campus stakeholders.
• Proficiency with computers and accessibility software including Accommodate.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct student assistance and support accessibility resources.
• Maintain the Accommodate system and assistive technology use.
• Assist students in obtaining instructional materials in alternative formats.
• Collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to arrange approved accommodations.

Skills

Disability services knowledge

Customer service

Effective communication

Independent work

Collaborative teamwork

Diversity sensitivity

Computer proficiency

Education

Counseling coursework degree

Tools

Accommodate

Job description

Title: Accessibility Specialist

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Richmond (City) - 760

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $47,500 - $50,500

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Accessibility Specialist provides direct student assistance, technical support, and administrative services to support students with disabilities at Reynolds Community College. The position assists students with accessibility resources and accommodation-related services, maintains the Accommodate system, supports the use of assistive technology, and assists students in obtaining instructional materials in alternative formats.

The position works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to facilitate access to approved accommodations and promote an accessible and supportive learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of policies, procedures, student support services, and resources available to assist students with disabilities.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing disability services and accommodations.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process, including adaptive software and hardware used to support students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students regarding accommodation processes and available support services.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service by responding to the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a professional, courteous, timely, and supportive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Proficiency in using computers and a variety of software applications, including Accommodate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in counseling or a related field.
• Current or recent experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities.