Accommodations Specialist- ARC

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks an Accommodations Specialist to support students with disabilities under ADA/ADAAA. You will perform eligibility analyses, approve accommodations, and connect individuals to services to support their academic goals.

Responsibilities include educating campus constituents, maintaining confidentiality, and delivering trainings on accessibility. This is a regular full-time staff role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of related experience.
• Candidate may substitute completed degrees above minimum education for experience.
• Experience in providing accommodations or accessibility services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews to assess accommodation needs and determine eligibility.
• Identify reasonable accommodations and connect individuals with resources.
• Educate students, families, faculty and staff about services for disabilities.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and documentation.
• Deliver trainings and presentations on ADA/ADAAA compliance and accommodations.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Education or Special Education

Job description

Accommodations Specialist

Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is excited to announcewe are hiring a highly qualified candidate for the position of AccommodationsSpecialist. As an employee of this highly energetic and student-oriented center, you will provide academic support to prospective and currentstudents within ARC. The Accommodations Specialist provides direct support toindividuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA), conducts disability eligibility analyses, provides referrals, approvesreasonable accommodations, and connects individuals with services to supporttheir personal and/or academic goals. Additionally, the AccommodationSpecialist educates campus constituencies regarding support for individualswith disabilities and facilitates compliance with the ADA/ADAAA and relatedfederal, state, and local regulations and University policies.

Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Performs intake interviews to gain afoundational understanding of individual needs and evaluates information frommedical and/or psychological professionals to determine eligibility; makesreferrals and/or consults with diagnosticians, as necessary.
2. Works with individuals todetermine reasonable accommodations needed for academic, professional and/orpersonal success; connects individuals to and/or provides direct resources andservices.
3. Educates students, families,faculty and staff on appropriate services for and communications withindividuals with disabilities; compiles and distributes necessary documentationto verify the need for accommodation.
4. Assists individuals with solvingbarriers unique and/or common to individuals with disabilities; interfaces withcampus constituencies to ensure individuals gain equitable access to resources.
5. Increases understanding regardingissues affecting individuals with disabilities by delivering presentations,trainings, workshops and/or educational materials related to research and bestpractices.
6. Records interactions withindividuals with disabilities and analyzes effectiveness of accommodations,compiles reports and analyzes data related to accommodations, compliance, andprogram efficacy.
7. Maintains confidentiality ofuniversity and student records, as applicable.
8. Maintains currency of knowledgewith respect to technology, equipment, applicable laws, regulations, standardsand/or systems.
9. Serves as a Campus SecurityAuthority as outlined by the Clery Act.
10. Performsmiscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly proficient with American Sign Language (ASL)
• Master’s degree in Education or Special Education.
• Experience in a post-secondary educational setting.
• Experience in the interactive process and provision of accommodations.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Accessibility Resource Center (719A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $3,882.67 - $5,453.07

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

10/2/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.