Student Accessibility & Accommodations Coordinator

Fairfield University; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University is a Jesuit university located in Fairfield, CT, seeking a Student Accessibility Coordinator to support and coordinate federally mandated accommodations for students with disabilities. The role works with faculty, staff, and families to ensure equal access to academics and campus life.

The position requires collaboration with the Office of Accessibility, note-taking and exam proctoring support, and experience with ADA, FERPA, and related laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education Administration or related field is required.
• Master-level degree highly preferred; commensurate professional background may be considered in lieu of advanced degree.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and computer proficiency.
• Experience with disability accommodations and accessibility in higher education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets disability documentation and evaluations.
• Engages in the interactive request process with students to approve accommodations.
• Maintains detailed confidential case notes and tracks accommodation requests and outcomes.
• Coordinates with campus partners to implement accommodations in classroom, clinical, and campus settings.
• Represents the Office of Accessibility at events and committees as needed.
• Designs and disseminates policies; supports staff in implementing accommodations such as CART, notetaking, and exam proctoring.
• Advocates for students if accommodations are not implemented and works with faculty to navigate academic accommodations.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Master-level degree preferred

Job description

Fairfield University is a Jesuit university located in Fairfield, CT, seeking a Student Accessibility Coordinator to support and coordinate federally mandated accommodations for students with disabilities. The role works with faculty, staff, and families to ensure equal access to academics and campus life.

The position requires collaboration with the Office of Accessibility, note-taking and exam proctoring support, and experience with ADA, FERPA, and related laws.