Student Accessibility Advocate & Coordinator

Working at Quinnipiac University; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinnipiac University seeks a Coordinator of Accessibility Services to support students with disabilities and coordinate accommodations in collaboration with faculty and staff. The role ensures compliance with ADA, Section 504/508, and related policies across academic and residential settings.

The successful candidate will maintain records, provide guidance, and deliver trainings to advance disability accessibility, while partnering with Student Affairs and related departments to foster an

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, psychology, or counseling.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years higher education experience with students with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes documentation to determine reasonable accommodations.
• Meets individually with students to discuss accommodations and reevaluate as needed.
• Maintains records on students with disabilities and related reports.
• Provides ADA/504/508 guidance to faculty, staff, and students and conducts trainings.
• Advises on adaptive and assistive technology needs.
• Acts as initial contact for students and parents to guide accommodations.
• Keeps current knowledge of disability law and best practices.
• Collaborates with multiple campus departments to support accessibility initiatives.
• Supports staff training and professional development in disability accessibility.

Skills

Disability services

Student advocacy

Campus collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Tools

Assistive tech

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quinnipiac University seeks a Coordinator of Accessibility Services to support students with disabilities and coordinate accommodations in collaboration with faculty and staff. The role ensures compliance with ADA, Section 504/508, and related policies across academic and residential settings.

The successful candidate will maintain records, provide guidance, and deliver trainings to advance disability accessibility, while partnering with Student Affairs and related departments to foster an