Accessibility Specialist

Virginia Community Colleges

Virginia (MN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 51,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Reynolds Community College seeks an Accessibility Specialist to support students with disabilities by coordinating accommodations and providing academic guidance. You will assess individual needs and promote an inclusive educational environment in collaboration with faculty, staff, and campus partners.

The role requires knowledge of disability laws, ability to interpret policies, and strong communication skills to work with diverse student populations. Travel between campus sites is required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of local, state, and federal disability laws and statutes.
Ability to advise students and provide high level customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
Ability to interpret and execute policies and procedures.
Strong oral and written communication with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Provide information and coordinate accommodations for students with disabilities.
Assist in accessing academic programs and services.
Guide students regarding available resources and strategies to achieve academic goals.

Skills

Disability laws

Academic advising

Customer service

Policy interpretation

Communication

Independent work

Education

Counseling/related field degree

Tools

Accommodate

Job description

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Accessibility Specialist

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 29143-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 28300198

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $45,000-$50,500.

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Schedule provided by supervisor.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

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 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 comprehensive support to students with disabilities by providing information, coordinating and implementing appropriate accommodations, and offering academic guidance to promote student success. This position works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to assess individual needs, facilitate access to academic programs and services, and ensure an inclusive and accessible educational environment. The Accessibility Specialist also provides ongoing support and guidance to students regarding available resources, accommodations, and strategies for achieving their academic goals.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Working knowledge of academic requirements, career opportunities, qualifications, and college operations.
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal disability laws and statutes.
Working knowledge of the accommodation process and adaptive software and hardware used in providing accommodations.
Demonstrated ability to advise students and provide a high level of customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and execute policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to establish positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
Experience utilizing personal computers and a variety of current software programs, including Accommodate.

Additional Considerations

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

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

Travel between campuses as needed.

Posting Number

CLS_4676P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Job Open Date

08/21/2026

Job Close Date

09/04/2026

Agency Website

www.reynolds.edu

talent@reynolds.edu

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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