Accommodation Specialist

University of Denver; Denver (CO); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Denver is seeking an Accommodation Specialist to review documentation for student disabilities, determine reasonable accommodations, and guide students in using accommodations effectively. The role partners with faculty and campus services to ensure accessible course materials and compliant practices.

This is a full-time, 37.5-hour/week position within Student Disability Services. The candidate will support students from undergraduate, graduate, and distance programs, with a focus

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, School Counseling, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Education, Social Work, Higher Education, Special Education
• Two (2) years of experience working with persons with disabilities.
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations

Aufgaben

• Manage a caseload of students with disabilities by reviewing documentation, intake meetings, and determining reasonable accommodations.
• Coordinate with faculty and departments to ensure effective delivery of accommodations.
• Promote accessibility through programming, orientations, and training related to disability law and compliance.
• Assist with data-driven reports and onboarding/training of interns or student staff.
• Support campus partners to provide accessible materials and services.

Kenntnisse

Disability services

Inclusive learning

Confidential information

Student-centered practices

Compliance tasks

Independent work

FERPA knowledge

Student wellbeing

Critical thinking

Written & oral communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Student Outreach & Support

At the University of Denver, Student Affairs is at the heart of the student journey—empowering every student to thrive academically, personally, and professionally. Rooted in DU’s signature 4D Experience, our division is committed to fostering holistic development through four dimensions: deepen intellect, develop wellbeing, discover character, and design careers and lives of purpose.

Our work reaches far beyond the classroom. Through dynamic, high-impact programs, services, and experiences offered at both the Denver Campus and the Kennedy Mountain Campus, we foster inclusive communities, promote health and wellness, cultivate exploration, engagement, and leadership, and develop a deep sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a high-touch environment where students and participants connect meaningfully, grow confidently, and thrive personally and collectively.

As a division, we serve the broader DU and Denver community which includes:

• Current DU Students & Families
• Prospective Students & Families
• Faculty & Staff
• Alumni & Donors
• Local Community
• Companies & Organizations
• National Peers & Media

Together, we are shaping a vibrant, supportive, and dynamic campus culture where every student and participant can discover their potential and make a meaningful impact.

The Student Affairs Division Includes The Following Units

• 4D Experience
• Office of External Relations (OER)
• Housing, Residential Education and Dining Services
• Driscoll & Community Commons
• Business and Planning
• Student Engagement
• New Student & Family Programs
• Kennedy Mountain Campus
• DU Outdoors
• Wellness & Recreation
• Health & Counseling Center
• First@DU
• Learning Effectiveness Program
• Student Disability Services
• Student Outreach & Support
• Student Rights & Responsibilities
• Veteran & Military Resources
• Office of the Dean of Students

SDS is dedicated to giving students with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in the Universitys programs, courses and activities. SDS provides accommodations at no cost to any student who has a documented disability as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other applicable laws. Accommodations are intended to mitigate the impact of a disability and afford students equitable access to participate in the Universitys programs, courses, and activities.

Position Summary

The Accommodation Specialist will review supporting documentation and requests for accommodations from students (i.e., undergraduate, graduate, and distance learners), rendering determinations on appropriate accommodations. They will also orient, support, and provide guidance to students and those in their support system(s) about the disability accommodations process at the University, and the appropriate use of accommodations. This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, and will report to the Associate Director of Student Disability Services Program (SDS) and will serve as an interactive member of the SDS accommodation review team including assisting with other departments responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

This position summary is not designed to capture all activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this position. Responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time.

Essential Functions

• Manage a caseload of students with disabilities by reviewing documentation, conducting intake meetings, determining reasonable accommodations, and maintaining accurate case notes.
• Partner with faculty and academic departments to ensure effective delivery of approved accommodations and participate in biweekly review meetings for complex cases.
• Coordinate with campus partners to support accessible course materials, programs, and services, and facilitate meetings between students, faculty, and staff.
• Promote accessibility through educational programming, orientations, resource fairs, and ongoing professional development related to disability law and compliance.
• Contribute to committees, generate data-driven reports, and potentially supervise interns or student staff, including coordinating their training and fieldwork objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of disability services and accommodations
• Ability to create inclusive learning environments
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to implement student-centered practices
• Ability to prioritize compliance-related tasks
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of FERPA regulations
• Ability to support student success and well‑being
• Ability to think critically and analytically
• Effective written and oral communication

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, School Counseling, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Education, Social Work, Higher Education, Special Education
• Two (2) years of experience working with persons with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree
• Experience with reviewing and evaluating documentation to determine accommodations in higher education setting
• 1-year professional experience working in higher education
• Experience interpreting federal laws and regulations governing the provision of services to persons with disabilities including the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Working Environment

Standard office environment, unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high, noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities

Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time, occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with occasional evening, weekends, and holiday shifts. (Schedules vary by department and position.) Staff are expected to support student Hallmark, Tradition and other program events throughout the year.

The University of Denver and Student Affairs recognized the utilization of flexible work arrangements where these arrangements are operationally appropriate, and supervisor approved.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is 8.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for the position is $28.00 - $29.52.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, and local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.