Accommodation Coordinator

University of Colorado System; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

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Job summary

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs seeks an Accommodations Coordinator within Disability Services and University Testing Center. You will assess and authorize accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with ADA, Section 504 and related policies, and coordinate services across campus.

In this hybrid role, you will partner with faculty, staff, and students to implement accommodations, maintain confidentiality, and support inclusive academic experiences across

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Must have professional experience working with adolescents and/or adults with disabilities in an educational or other comparable setting.
• Experience reading and understanding documentation and the impact on the academic environment (e.g., psychoeducational evaluation).

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate accommodations and auxiliary aids for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with faculty and university staff to implement academic accommodations.
• Maintain confidentiality and document actions with students, families, faculty, staff, and providers.

Job description

Accommodations Coordinator

Disability Services and University Testing Center

Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact inthe Rockies!

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself onacademic excellence, research, and community engagement and isactively seeking a Accommodation Coordinator to join ourteam! UCCS is committed to academic excellence, professionaldevelopment, and fostering an environment that supports innovationand student success. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by itsstunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. Thiscity is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and avibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community thatcherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, anexceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range :

$43,066.00 - $55,569.00 annually .Compensation will be commensurate upon experience andqualifications.This position is Exempt from the Fair LaborStandards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location:

Hybrid Eligible

Benefits at a Glance

• Generous Time Off : Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paidparental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions forbereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage : Our comprehensive medical plans coverpreventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental healthvisit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, andcompetitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits : Take advantage of ourhealth savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disabilityinsurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education : Avail twelve (12) waived credits peracademic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in youreducational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More : From wellness programs aimed at achievingyour best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage,we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
• Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get thecomplete picture!

Summary

Disability Services has responsibility for processing requests foraccommodations from students and to coordinate compliance with the non-discrimination requirements contained in the Department ofJustice regulations implementing Title II of the Americans withDisabilities Act (ADA), including section 35.107, and the Americanswith Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2009. This position workswithin a collaborative framework with other departmental teammembers to ensure effective program and service delivery occurs inalignment with established processes and guidelines. This positionis a core staff contributor who provides direct service tostudents, faculty, and staff of the university. The work requires acollaborative approach within the department, division, and theentire university community.

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but arenot limited to:

Determine Accommodations 65%

• Responsible for determining appropriate accommodations,adjustments and/or auxiliary aids and services for students withdisabilities in the post-secondary setting which requires expertisein interpretation and application of disability law.
• Determines appropriateness of documentation submitted andwhether requests for accommodations in the classroom, campusprograms, and/or examinations, including assistive technology andprogrammatic access are supported by submitted documentation.
• Determines reasonable accommodations based on diagnosticinformation, current impact in the post-secondary setting,reasonableness of the request, standards of practice and studentrequests, includes breadth and depth of prescriptive interventionstrategies based on diagnostic information.
• Works individually with students to formalizeaccommodations.
• Collaborates with faculty and university staff to implementacademic accommodations.
• Documents administrative actions and interactions related tostudents, including in person meetings, phone calls, and emailswith students, family, faculty, staff, and providers.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with Federal EducationRights and Privacy Act, university, and departmentalpolicies.
• Participates in the interactive process to resolve professor orstudent accommodation requests or grievances.

Guidance & Referral 25%

• Works independently with support services both off and oncampus.
• Refers students with disabilities to support services.
• When necessary, provides training, guidance, and support tofaculty and/or staff working with students with disabilities.
• Advises students with respect to skills and issues of thefollowing areas: rights and responsibilities regarding academicaccommodations in respect to the legal parameters of the ADA,Sections 504 and 508, the ADAAA and Disability Services anduniversity policies.
• Also, regarding academic requirements, self-advocacy, andcareer issues specific to disabling conditions and needs universityrules, regulations, and policies.

Professional Development 10%

• Attends professional conferences, webinars, workshops, brownbags, seminars, training sessions, professional organizationalmeetings committees and community opportunities.
• Summarizes latest information to exchange with colleagues andthe University community.
• Stays current with research in the field by reviewingpublications, journals, OCR rulings, journals, technicalinformation, and upcoming trends related to post-secondarydisability issues. colleagues' whether in a written or an oralmanner.
• Anticipates future needs and trends of post-secondarydisability issues.
• The job duties and percentages listed are typical examples ofwork performed by positions in this job classification and are notdesigned to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventoryof all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties andresponsibilities may vary depending on department or program needswithout changing the general nature and scope of the job or levelof responsibility. You may be required to perform other duties asassigned.

Tentative Search Timeline

• Prio rity will be given to applications submitted by:November 9, 2026 .
• Potential interview dates: November 16, 2026 - November 20, 2026 .
• Potential start date: December 1, 2026 .

Equal Opportunity Employer

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and co mplies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities. In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does notdiscriminate based on sex in our employment or compensationpractices.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of highereducation.
• Must have professional experience working with adolescentsand/or adults with disabilities in an educational or othercomparable setting.
• Experience reading and understanding documentation and theimpact on the academic environment. Reports and assessments includethose created by healthcare providers, psychologist, or theeducational system is required(e.g., a psychoeducationalevaluation)

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master's degree in education, special education, psychology,rehabilitation, counseling, or closely related field ispreferred.
• Experience working with students with disabilities in highereducation is preferred.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented amisconduct history check program with respect to final candidatesfor specific appointments. The misconduct history check program isintended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about acandidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specificallyconduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/ordiscrimination – before making hiring decisions. All finalcandidates to these appointments are required to complete anAuthorization to Release Information and provide contactinformation for their previous institutions.