Student Accessibility & Accommodations Advisor

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Missouri - Columbia's Disability Center seeks an Access Advisor to ensure access and accommodate students with disabilities. This role evaluates eligibility through an interactive process, manages an active caseload, and provides expertise on ADA/Section 504 and coordinating individualized accommodations.

You will collaborate with faculty and campus partners to promote best practices, educate the university community, and support testing accommodations, records, and outreach

Qualifications

• Experience with disability services in higher education and/or case management.
• Understanding of ADA/Section 504, FERPA, and accessibility best practices.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with faculty and medical professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to a changing schedule.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility for accommodations through an interactive process with students.
• Review and maintain medical and third-party documentation as needed.
• Coordinate complex cases and support accommodated testing with campus partners.
• Document communications with students, courses, and instructors in the departmental database.
• Provide guidance on accommodation recommendations and concerns to students and staff.
• Consult with faculty to implement disability-related accommodations and academic adjustments.
• Assist in planning programs to educate the campus on disability-related issues.
• Collaborate with University resources to develop outreach and awareness activities.
• Represent the office at events and new student orientation programs.
• Stay current on best practices, legal mandates, and developments in disability access.

Skills

Disability services experience

ADA/504 knowledge

Communication and collaboration

Problem-solving

Organization and adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The University of Missouri - Columbia's Disability Center seeks an Access Advisor to ensure access and accommodate students with disabilities. This role evaluates eligibility through an interactive process, manages an active caseload, and provides expertise on ADA/Section 504 and coordinating individualized accommodations.

You will collaborate with faculty and campus partners to promote best practices, educate the university community, and support testing accommodations, records, and outreach