Director of Student Access & Resources

The University of Tennessee Southern; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee Southern on-campus role focuses on accessibility coordination for students needing accommodations, ensuring ADA/504 compliance and high levels of student support.

The position involves assessing requests, developing accommodation plans, documenting interactions, and collaborating with faculty and departments to enhance tutoring and support services for student success. Strong communication and organizational abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in education, disability services, or related field.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in education or student services.
• Experience with tutoring or academic support is preferred.
• Ability to interpret medical/psychosocial documentation.
• On-campus work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Engage students requiring accommodations and prioritize accessibility.
• Serve as main contact for students, faculty and staff seeking information.
• Assess accommodation requests.
• Develop accommodation plans in ADA/504 compliance.
• Review documentation from medical/psychoeducational professionals.
• Collaborate with departments to provide accommodations.
• Document student interactions.
• Provide information about campus services.

Skills

Accessibility knowledge

Communication skills

Training delivery

Documentation review

Time management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Assistive Technologies

Job description

The University of Tennessee Southern on-campus role focuses on accessibility coordination for students needing accommodations, ensuring ADA/504 compliance and high levels of student support.

The position involves assessing requests, developing accommodation plans, documenting interactions, and collaborating with faculty and departments to enhance tutoring and support services for student success. Strong communication and organizational abilities are essential.