Remote Access Coordinator — Student Disability Services

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Tuition discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

AccessibleNU at Northwestern University seeks an Access Coordinator to specialize in the ADA accommodation process for students. This remote role involves meetings with students, reviewing documentation, and determining accommodations with campus leaders and faculty.

Excellent knowledge of disability regulations and strong communication are essential. The position collaborates across departments, leads trainings, and helps ensure compliance with federal, state, and local disability laws while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration or related field.
• Minimum 1 year related experience in the postsecondary environment with students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of the ADAAA, Section 504, Section 508 and their application to accommodation determination.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a full caseload of students and provides ongoing support for undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online students.
• Reviews and processes incoming accommodation requests, ensuring a prompt, thorough, and equitable response.
• Ensures accommodation determinations align with relevant laws, policies, and university procedures.
• Generates creative and practical solutions for off-site placements and diverse student needs.
• Uses AIM to maintain confidential files, schedule appointments, and document communications.

Skills

Problem solving

Facilitation

Communication

Conflict mediation

Time management

Independent judgement

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration

Master’s degree in higher education administration

Tools

AIM database

Job description

AccessibleNU at Northwestern University seeks an Access Coordinator to specialize in the ADA accommodation process for students. This remote role involves meetings with students, reviewing documentation, and determining accommodations with campus leaders and faculty.

Excellent knowledge of disability regulations and strong communication are essential. The position collaborates across departments, leads trainings, and helps ensure compliance with federal, state, and local disability laws while