Assistive Tech & Accessibility Services Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking an Accessibility Support Specialist to administer accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, provide an initial overview of services, and review documentation for students with disabilities. You will coordinate and train students to utilize assistive technology and collaborate with campus IT staff.

The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, plus experience with student information systems and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with students with disabilities.
• Previous work-related experience with assistive support technologies.
• Considerable experience using student information system.
• Work related administrative experience.
• Previous work in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer accommodations under the ADA and provide initial overview of services.
• Review and manage files to ensure accuracy and availability of documentation for students with disabilities.
• Provide assistive technology services and train students.
• Plan and coordinate study skills, time management, stress management, and mental health workshops each semester.

Skills

MS Office

Oral and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Assistive technology knowledge

Tools

Student Information System

Assistive Technology Software

Job description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking an Accessibility Support Specialist to administer accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, provide an initial overview of services, and review documentation for students with disabilities. You will coordinate and train students to utilize assistive technology and collaborate with campus IT staff.

The role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, plus experience with student information systems and