Accommodation Specialist (part-time/799 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech Superior Campus

Northwood Technical College; Superior (WI); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 55.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Northwood Technical College is seeking a part-time Accommodation Specialist at the Superior Campus to provide campus disability services and create an accessible learning environment for students with disabilities. You will collaborate with faculty and staff to advocate for students and ensure equal access to programs and support services.

The role involves maintaining records, coordinating accommodations, and promoting inclusion across campus while upholding the college’s values.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• At least three years of related work experience.
• One year of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Knowledge of disability services in post-secondary education.
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance.

Aufgaben

• Advocate for students with disabilities and promote equal access.
• Maintain case management records for student accommodations.
• Coordinate with faculty and staff to provide appropriate accommodations.
• Serve as Campus Security Authority for reporting incidents.
• Promote campus values and inclusive learning environment.

Kenntnisse

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Customer service

Problem-solving

Time management

Delegation

Disability services knowledge

Driver’s license

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a part-time Accommodation Specialist at the Superior Campus.

The Accommodation Specialist is responsible for providing campus disability services and establishing a learning environment to empower students and help them reach their chosen learning goals. The Accommodation Specialist collaborates with faculty, staff, and the wider community advocating on behalf of students with disabilities. Our mission is to ensure equal access to all programs, activities, courses, and support services at Northwood Tech.

Responsibilities

• Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values:
  • Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
  • Innovation - Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
  • Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
  • Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
  • Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
  • Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
  • Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Promote equal access to post-secondary education
  • Advocate and provide access to the campus community for students with disabilities
  • Distribute information through institutional publications regarding disability services
  • Use hardware and software products that promote equal access to education
  • Promote services to students with disabilities
  • Determine with students’ appropriate academic accommodations and services
  • Encourage students with disabilities to develop independence & self-advocacy
• Provide college-wide staff development activities related to special needs as requested
  • Inform college-wide staff of accommodation procedures and compliance of legal responsibilities
• Maintain records that document student plans for the provision of selected accommodations
  • Maintain a case management system that addresses the careful, accurate records of each student
  • Complete client reporting data as required by the state
• Assist with transition services
  • Partner with internal support services to provide a holistic learning environment
  • Participate with community agencies, secondary schools, and county transition teams
• Designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) to receive and report criminal incidents to the Northwood Tech Safety Office by virtue of this role’s responsibilities at the College.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Degree & Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Three years related work experience
• One year Supervisory/Leadership experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining accountability and motivation in self and others
• Strong customer service skills that focus on diversity, community, and continuous quality improvement
• Problem-solving skills that employ critical thinking
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to effectively apply technology to tasks and projects
• Experience leading projects through time management and effective delegation
• Knowledge of state and federal laws regarding disability services in post-secondary education
• Knowledge of services available for students with disabilities in a post-secondary environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse economic, social, racial, and ethnic background
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy

Preferred:

• Minor or 20 semester credits in special education, rehabilitation, speech pathology
• Previous work experience involving the provision of direct accommodation services to students, including but not limited to screen readers, speech to text, interpreter services, ergonomics, auxiliary aids, and other assistive technologies

Salary

FY27 Salary - Grade L - $34.23 / hour

Benefits

There are no benefits offered with this position.

Close Date

11/20/2026