Student Accessibility & Accommodations Coordinator

Smith College; College Place (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith College's Accessibility Resource Center seeks an Accommodations Specialist to support day-to-day operations, manage a caseload of students, and maintain confidential records. The role includes coordinating documentation, intake processes, and training materials for new users, ensuring FERPA compliance and data integrity.

You will handle office communications, oversee data reporting, and assist with outreach to diverse student populations, including the Master of Social Work program, in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of FERPA, ADA/504, disability-related laws.
• Understanding of accommodations and interactive process.
• Experience with Accommodate system.

Responsibilities

• Office support for ARC record and file systems using WorkDay, Maxient, Google Drive, and related platforms.
• Coordinate implementation of approved note-taking accommodations including recruiting and onboarding note-takers and approving timesheets.
• Coordinate incoming office communications and ensure timely routing and response.
• Assist with reception coverage during peak periods and staff absences.

Skills

FERPA knowledge

ADA/504 knowledge

Disability laws

Interactive process

Accommodate system

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Accommodate system

Job description

Smith College's Accessibility Resource Center seeks an Accommodations Specialist to support day-to-day operations, manage a caseload of students, and maintain confidential records. The role includes coordinating documentation, intake processes, and training materials for new users, ensuring FERPA compliance and data integrity.

You will handle office communications, oversee data reporting, and assist with outreach to diverse student populations, including the Master of Social Work program, in a