Disability Specialist, UNLV Student Wellness - Disability Resource Center [R0154219]

University of Nevada-Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Tuition discounts at NSHE schools

No state income tax in Nevada

Zusammenfassung

UNLV's Disability Resource Center seeks a Disability Specialist to deliver professional case management for students with disabilities, coordinate accommodations, and provide guidance to faculty and staff on accessibility strategies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse student populations, adherence to FERPA and legal standards, and support for prospective students using DRC services. This is a full-time on-site position at UNLV.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least 1 year of experience working with students or case management.
• Knowledge of ADA/504, FERPA and related higher education disability laws.
• Experience with diverse student populations and coordinating with faculty and staff to ensure accommodations.

Aufgaben

• Provide professional case management services to students with disabilities, ensuring access and appropriate accommodations.
• Consult with faculty and staff regarding strategies for meeting students’ needs and coordinating services.
• Support prospective UNLV students who may use DRC services in their college decision process.

Kenntnisse

ADA/504 knowledge

Student services

Communication

Interviews

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Disability Specialist, UNLV Student Wellness - Disability Resource Center [R0154219]

The Disability Specialist provides professional case management services to a diverse population of students with disabilities, temporary injuries, and pregnancy attending UNLV. In addition to facilitating in-person student contact, access, and accommodations the disability specialist provides consultation and support to faculty and staff regarding strategies and methods for meeting the unique needs of this student population. This position focuses time and resources on professional case management services for students with disabilities, those reporting disabilities, and possible future UNLV students who will use DRC services as an essential factor in their college/university attendance decision.

Disability Resource Center’s COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The Disability Resource Center is committed to supporting students with disabilities at UNLV through the appropriate use of advocacy, accommodations, and supportive services to ensure access to campus courses, services, and activities.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and at least 1 year of experience working with students or case management. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Knowledge (Required)

• Working knowledge of ADA/504 and how those laws would translate to academic accommodations.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer/student and personal services. This includes customer/student needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and knowledge of how to work with multiple stakeholders in a large organization.

Strong working knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990; the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2009; the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other federal and state laws pertaining to higher education and disability.

• Experience in working with diverse student populations and professionals to ensure that all customers are satisfied with services provided.

Skills

Required

• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Proficiency in Google suite and ability to master student information systems, other University administrative systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in spoken and written communications. Lead meetings and other interactions with co-workers, supervisors, students, family members, faculty and other stakeholders.
• Ability to conduct student interviews and gain knowledge about the student’s disability, academic impacts, history of accommodations and academic strengths so that reasonable and effective accommodations can be put in place for each student assigned.

Preferred

• Experience in education/training faculty and staff about the ADA/504 and the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to disability related challenges.

Abilities

Required

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and interact effectively with individuals from a broad range of programs and disciplines.
• Strong communication skills, empathy, critical thinking, organizational skills, active listening, cultural competence, problem-solving abilities, time management, and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 2-5 years experience working with students or case management Unique skills in areas such as de-escalation/crisis intervention, research, developing and conducting trainings, building internal and external partnerships, working with data and statistics

Commitment to Our Campus Values

Successful candidates will advance UNLV's mission by cultivating an environment of mutual respect and belonging. They will model our Campus Values in their decision‑making and inspire excellence across our community.

Salary

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of Working At Unlv

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks & Programs

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA Statement

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Title IX Statement

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C.

• 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 159, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

  Safety and Security Statement

  UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

  Job Category

  Academic Faculty

  Exempt

  Yes

  Full-Time Equivalent

  100.0%

  Required Attachment(s)

  Resume, cover letter, three professional references.

  Posting Close Date

  06/30/2027

  Note to Applicant

  This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

  References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

  As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

  For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver’s license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

  All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

  Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.