Student Accommodations Specialist

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Student Accommodations Specialist to advise students with disabilities and coordinate access services for academic success in a college setting.

The role involves reviewing documentation, developing accommodations, and collaborating with counseling, advising, career services, TRIO programs and global campus partners to support diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of professional work experience advising students with disabilities; master’s may substitute one year.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong computer skills including databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and advising to students with disabilities.
• Review documentation and develop reasonable accommodations.
• Oversee delivery of access services and promote student self-advocacy.
• Collaborate with faculty and student service offices to support success and accessibility.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience in advising students with disabilities

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

October 15, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s)

1481-YN_ADMINPRO - Student Services Coordinator/Advisor 1

Business Title

Student Accommodations Specialist

Employee Type

Admin. Professional

Position Details

The Opportunity

As the Student Accommodations Specialist for Student Accommodations and Disability Resources, you will consult with and advise students with disabilities, review documentation, develop reasonable accommodations, and oversee the delivery of access services for the students you serve. You will promote student self-advocacy and self-determination while serving as a point of contact for faculty and student service offices, including counseling, advising, career services, TRIO programs, and WSU Global Campus. In this role, you will participate on departmental, unit, and university committees as assigned, assist with the development of program procedures, and create and deliver informational workshops that support student success and accessibility.

Additional Information

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary

$3,750.85 - $4,574.20 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

• Positions require a Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of professional work experience providing academic advising and academic adjustments/ accommodations to students with disabilities, or related education/experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional work experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills to include working with databases, spreadsheets and word processing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling).
• One-two years direct experience serving students with disabilities in higher education.
• Knowledge and understanding of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA and other pertinent federal and state laws that provide for an accessible higher education experience for disabled students.
• Knowledge of universal design and assistive technologies for people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of student development and student affairs theory.
• Sensitivity and competency in working with a diverse population.
• Ability to effectively work as a member of a team and to work collaboratively with others.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department

https://accommodations.wsu.edu/

Area/College

Student Affairs

Department Name

Student Accommodations and Disability Resources

Location

Pullman, WA

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/