Coordinator of Disability Support Services (Florham Campus)

Fairleigh Dickinson University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition grant

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long term disability

Commuter benefits

FSA / HSA

Job summary

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Florham Campus, seeks a Coordinator of Disability Support Services to oversee accommodations and related services for students with disabilities. The role manages the Office for Disability Support Services, supervises student personnel, and serves as a resource to the university community.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree; Master’s preferred, plus at least one year of related experience in higher education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in higher education or support services.
• Familiarity with laws regarding access for people with disabilities preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Administrative experience involving decision making and policy development.
• Ability to work with a diverse student, faculty, staff population.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate accommodations and related services for students with disabilities.
• Manage the Office for Disability Support Services.
• Supervise student personnel and support staff.
• Serve as a resource to the university community and departmental partners.

Job description

Coordinator of Disability Support Services (Florham Campus)

Job Title: Coordinator of Disability Support Services (Florham Campus)

Campus:

Department:

Department: Disability Support Services-Florham

Hiring Manager:

Hiring Manager Title: Director, Academic Support and Disability Support Services

College:

Position Type:

Position Type: Professional Administrative

Grade:

Grade: 23

FLSA:

FLSA: Exempt

Faculty Rank:

Salary: $50,000 to $53,000

This position provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employer paid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well as various voluntary benefits including but not limited to supplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, and FSA / HSA .

Status:

Status: Full-Time

Months Worked:

Months Worked: 12 Month

Job Summary:

The Coordinator of Disability Support Services reports to the Director of Disability Support and Academic Support Center and has responsibility for coordinating accommodations and related services for students with disabilities, managing the Office for Disability Support Services, supervising student personnel, and serving as a resource to the Fairleigh Dickinson University community. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Director.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Student Services Administration, Higher Education Administration, Management, or other field preferred.

2. A minimum of 1-year of related experience, including but not limited to: legal issues, higher education, and support services.

3. Familiarity with federal, state and local laws regarding access for people with disabilities preferred.

4. Strong oral and written communications and interpersonal skills.

5. Administrative experience which includes decision making and policy making.

6. Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and administrators.

7. Knowledge of assistive technology software(s), strong computer skills, research and statistical reporting skills preferred.

8. Willing and able to work non-standard hours as required, including evenings and weekends

9. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Preferred Qualifications:

Monday- Friday 9 am to 5 pm (may need to work on some weekends depending on university events)

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 09/03/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Types Accepted:

Application Types Accepted: Application for Employment

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