Coordinator, Student Accessibility Services

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (PPO/HMO)

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

State retirement options including tax

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Sick Leave Pool Program

Paid time off (vacation and sick leave

1 personal day

9 paid holidays

paid winter break

Paid Community Engagement Volunteer S

EESP for eligible Staff/Faculty

Tuition assistance for eligible staff

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Coordinator for Student Accessibility Services in Boca Raton, FL. The role supports FAU students with disabilities, assesses needs, reviews DSM-5/ICD codes, counsels students, and ensures appropriate accommodations are provided.

The candidate will manage a caseload, interpret disability documentation, and collaborate with students on academic and housing accommodations, while maintaining thorough case notes and contributing to trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.
• Experience with disability documentation review and accommodation processes is implied by the role but not explicitly stated as a separate requirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of students.
• Review and interpret disability documentation.
• Meet with students and utilize an interactive process to determine and grant academic, housing, and ESA accommodations.
• Work with students to assist with academic concerns, professor/course-related issues, accountability, and organization.
• Maintain case notes for each student interaction.
• Prepare and provide presentations to students, faculty, and staff regarding disability issues, laws, and awareness.
• Take part in weekly Coordinator case review meetings and monthly staff meetings.
• Act as Student Accessibility Services liaison or representative on Student Affairs and FAU committees.
• Performs assigned special projects and job-related duties as needed.

Education

Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization + 2 years of relevant experience

Job description

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Coordinator for Student Accessibility Services. Boca Raton, FL. The Coordinator of the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) reports to the SAS Associate Director and is responsible for ascertaining and providing for the special needs of FAU students with disabilities, particularly students with medical, psychological, physical, learning, hearing, and visual disabilities. This includes assessing needs in the academic setting, reviewing disability documentation (DSM-5 and ICD Codes), counseling students regarding disability-related issues and academics, and ensuring the provision of approved accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of students.
• Review and interpret disability documentation.
• Meet with students and utilize an interactive process to determine and grant academic, housing, and ESA accommodations.
• Work with students to assist with academic concerns, professor/course-related issues, accountability, and organization.
• Maintain case notes for each student interaction.
• Prepare and provide presentations to students, faculty, and staff regarding disability issues, laws, and awareness.
• Take part in weekly Coordinator case review meetings and monthly staff meetings.
• Act as Student Accessibility Services liaison or representative on Student Affairs and FAU committees.
• Performs assigned special projects and job-related duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Salary

Salary: $48,000 - $51,000 annually.

Work Days and Hours

Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends are required.

Benefits and Perks

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.
• For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
• For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

Employment Screening

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [e-mail].

Contact Information

To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email [e-mail]. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.

EEO and Diversity Statement

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to [e-mail]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email [e-mail]. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.

Compliance Statement

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers. Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Company Culture

Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world-class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region's cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life.