Student Accessibility Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University seeks a Student Accessibility Coordinator I to determine accommodations under ADA/504. You will collaborate with faculty, parents, and students, promote inclusive design, and serve on university committees addressing accessibility issues.

Your role includes applying expert judgment to improve campus access and support learning strategies. Requirements include a Master’s degree in a related field and strong knowledge of disability services, assistive technology, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, rehabilitation, or related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of disability laws (ADA and Section 504).
• Experience with accommodations and learning strategies for diverse disabilities.
• Ability to assess diagnostic testing and determine appropriate accommodations.
• Proficiency with case management systems and assistive technology.

Responsibilities

• Determine reasonable accommodations and services under ADA and Section 504.
• Interact with faculty, parents, and students; participate on committees.
• Promote campus accessibility, awareness, and inclusive design.
• Apply independent judgment and expertise in accessibility initiatives.
• Assist students with acquisition of learning strategies and time management.

Skills

Disability law knowledge

Need-based assessment

Assistive technology knowledge

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Counseling skills

Independent judgment

Group collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in higher education, counseling, rehabilitation, or related field

Tools

Case management systems

Diagnostic testing analysis tools

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Student Accessibility Coordinator

Department

STUDENT AFFAIRS

Position Number

FP469A

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Summary

The Student Accessibility Coordinator reports directly tothe Director of the Office of Educational Accessibility. TheStudent Accessibility Coordinator I works with students todetermine reasonable and appropriate accommodations and services towhich the students are entitled to under the ADA and Section 504 ofthe Rehabilitation Act. Applying independent judgment andexpertise, the Student Accessibility Coordinator I interacts withfaculty, parents, and students; serves on university committeesrepresenting disability/accessibility-related issues and concerns;and engages in activities that promote campus accessibility,awareness, and inclusive design.

Position Type

FullTime

Type of Recruitment

General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of laws pertaining to students withdisabilities including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act andthe Americans with Disabilities Act in order to provide accurateinformation to students and to buffer and protect the Universityfrom liability.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the needs of students with a varietyof disabilities and the needs of students with disabilities at thesecondary level and above.
• Comprehensive knowledge of reasonable accommodations andlearning strategies needed for students with disabilities.
• Considerable knowledge of diagnostic testing procedures andstrong ability to analyze diagnostic testing/documentation in orderto determine disability and to develop reasonable and appropriateaccommodations.
• Proficiency in case management or accommodation managementsystems.
• Ability to assess the needs of students who are not yetdiagnosed and make referrals to appropriate professionals.
• Considerable knowledge of assistive technology that can be usedto support students with disabilities.
• Capability to effectively and competently assist students withacquisition of learning strategies, memory techniques, and timemanagement systems that are specific to their individual needs
• Effective teaching skills.
• Specific knowledge of issues regarding transition into thepost-secondary setting.
• General knowledge of university structure, policies andprocedures
• Excellent discernment/listening/counseling skills.
• Strong problem-solving /decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a timely manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a group.
• Ability to address multiple tasks and work efficiently withmultiple demands.
• Ability to write effectively.
• Ability to work well with people.
• Ability to speak effectively before large groups.
• Ability to work with computer software and assistivetechnology.
• Ability to interact effectively with faculty to facilitate theimplementation of accommodations.

• Master’s degree in higher education, counseling,rehabilitation, or related field.
• Considerable experience developing educational programs orstudent engagement initiatives.
• Considerable experience collaborating with K–12 orpostsecondary institutions on transition planning.

Preferred Qualifications

Significant experience working with students with disabilities inan educational setting, experience working in a higher educationsetting is preferred, and experience planning and implementingeducational programming for students with disabilities.

Conditions of Employment

n/a

Job Open Date

07/28/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Application Review Date

08/10/2026

Job Close Date

08/21/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal historycheck.

Department Information

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equalemployment, educational and social opportunities for all persons,without regard to race (or traits historically associated with raceincluding hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles suchas braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteranstatus, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation orgenetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities,women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged toapply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonableaccommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management andCulture at [phone].

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other mannerdiscriminate against employees or applicants because they haveinquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay ofanother employee or applicant. However, employees who have accessto the compensation information of other employees or applicants asa part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay ofother employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwisehave access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtheranceof an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including aninvestigation conducted by the employer, or consistent withcontractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’sforward-focused public doctoral research university with more than23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, anenergetic residential community and initiatives that contribute$2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.