Student Access & Disability Services Coordinator

Stthom; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of St. Thomas - Houston is seeking an Access Specialist to support disability services for students with disabilities. You will manage accommodations, maintain records, and serve as a primary contact for the Access and Disability Services office.

This role emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration with campus partners, and accurate data management. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have 1 year of relevant experience in higher education or disability services.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of disability services and accommodation processes.
• Familiarity with ADA, Section 504, FERPA, and accessibility principles.
• Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students through the accommodation process by providing information, coordinating services, maintaining records, and supporting implementation of approved accommodations.
• Conduct intake meetings, review documentation, monitor cases, and facilitate communication among students, faculty, and campus partners.
• Support processes related to disabilities, temporary medical conditions, pregnancy-related needs, service animals, emotional support animals, and housing accommodations.
• Serve as the primary administrator for accommodation management systems and departmental databases, ensuring accurate recordkeeping, reporting, and case management.
• Support departmental operations through data management, correspondence, scheduling, assessment activities, and coordination of office initiatives.
• Assist with testing accommodation coordination and other departmental functions as assigned.
• Assist with development and implementation of educational programs, accessibility awareness initiatives, and campus outreach efforts.
• Support presentations, workshops, and training activities that promote disability awareness, self-advocacy, and inclusive practices.

Skills

Disability services knowledge

ADA/504/FERPA accessibility knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality & judgment

Case management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of St. Thomas - Houston is seeking an Access Specialist to support disability services for students with disabilities. You will manage accommodations, maintain records, and serve as a primary contact for the Access and Disability Services office.

This role emphasizes confidentiality, collaboration with campus partners, and accurate data management. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have 1 year of relevant experience in higher education or disability services.