Coordinator of Student Disability Services

Angelo State University; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Angelo State University is seeking a Coordinator of Student Disability Services to support daily operations in the Student Disability Services Office. The role oversees the accommodation database, intake processes, and testing accommodations to ensure accessible services for students with disabilities.

The position involves coordinating documentation, communicating with faculty, training student staff, and representing the office at campus events to promote inclusive access and academic success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Experience or coursework in disability services preferred.
• Ability to supervise student staff and coordinate accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Verify documents and coordinate reasonable accommodations with the Director.
• Meet with students to assess needs and document accommodations.
• Oversee test administration and exam accommodations with faculty and students.
• Assist with staff training and programming opportunities on campus.
• Represent the Office in recruiting and orientation events.

Skills

Disability services knowledge

Policy and procedures familiarity

Verbal and written communication

Collaboration with faculty and staff

Problem solving and troubleshooting

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

AIM system

Online intake/tracking systems

Job description

Coordinator of Student Disability Services

Job Title Coordinator of Student Disability Services

Position Number

Position Number 977348

Department

Department Student Disability Services

Salary $34,611 - $40,000

Remote

Remote No

Job Summary

Assists with the daily operations of the Student Disability Services Office, including managing the accommodation database, overseeing personnel and test administration, coordinating the application process, and supporting programming and training initiatives to ensure access and support for students with disabilities.

• Verify required items are received and diagnosis documentation is complete and contains necessary information; meet with students to recommend reasonable academic and housing accommodations to the Director using an online system to track documentation, applications, and associated notes; review students’ rights and responsibilities, communicate and thoroughly record details during intake meetings; review all applications and Emotional Support Animal requests before forwarding to Director for approval.
• Work with faculty members as needed to ensure the accommodations approved for students do not alter the learning outcomes of the course.
• Assist with the oversight of test administration for students with disabilities using the online system; effectively communicate with the faculty and students regarding test accommodations and the process of requesting an exam be administered with Student Disability Services; ensure exam security and confidentiality is maintained; verify proper methods of delivery based on the approved accommodations.
• Assist with training student employees and programming opportunities for the campus community on occasion.
• Provide information about the Office of the Dean of Students at various recruiting and orientation events.
• Represent Student Disability Services at various community events.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of disability services and university policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of computerized operating systems;
• Knowledge of creating programs and training opportunities;
• Ability to assist with supervision of student staff;
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve and determine appropriate solutions;
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing;
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff and students;
• Ability to use a computer, printer, photocopier, fax machine, phone system and calculator.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in special education or disability services in higher education (a graduate student position/intern experience would qualify). Secondary or post-secondary experience in special education or disability services.

Physical Requirements

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at [phone] or email us at [e-mail].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Have you served as a Graduate Assistant or Intern within the field of disability services or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you knowledgeable about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act of 2008 (ADAAA) as it pertain to higher education?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with the Accessible Information Management (AIM) system? If so, please explain how you have used it to track students with disabilities.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • ASU Employment Website
  • Chronicles of Higher Ed
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Texas Workforce Commission
  • Social Media (LinkedIn. Facebook. Instagram)
  • Employee Referral / Word of Mouth
  • Other