Tenure Track Coordinator for the Office of Accessible Services Individualized for Students

East Stroudsburg University; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefits package including

Medical from date of hire

Retirement contributions

Employee wellness program

Paid leave

Job summary

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania seeks a Tenure Track Coordinator for the Office of Accessible Services (OASIS). You will oversee accommodations for students with disabilities under 504/ADA, review documentation, and determine eligibility through the interactive process.

You will lead the department, set policies, manage budgets, supervise staff, and use data to drive service improvements. Collaboration with the Chair and campus partners is essential to ensure compliance and promote

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, assistive technology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in disability services in higher education.
• Understanding of ADA and Section 504.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage budgets.
• Experience with Accommodate or Banner preferred.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Directs implementation of accommodations and services for students.
• Reviews documentation and determines eligibility.
• Engages in interactive process for individualized accommodations.
• Directs strategic planning and policy development for the office.
• Manages departmental budget and staff supervision.
• Prepares complex reports and communications for campus partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Time management

Proficiency with Word/Excel/Teams

Education

Master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation or related field

Tools

Accommodate

Banner

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Teams

Job description

As the Tenure Track Coordinator for the Office of Accessible Services Individualized for Students (OASIS), you will oversee the implementation of accommodations and services for students with disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. You will review disability-related documentation, determine eligibility for services, and engage in the interactive process to establish individualized accommodations.

In this role, you will provide leadership for the department by directing strategic planning, establishing and overseeing policies and procedures, managing budget planning and resource allocation, supervising staff, and using departmental data to support informed decision-making and continuous service improvement. You will work closely with the Chair of the department and campus partners to promote accessibility and ensure compliance with applicable disability laws and regulations. The successful candidate will bring a background in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, assistive technology, or a related field, along with experience in higher education disability services, staff supervision, and budget management.
Your hours will be between Monday and Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true Coordinator for OASIS. This is a permanent tenure track 12-month position. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed - all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming.

What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties)

• Directs strategic planning, administration, and coordination of multi-faceted service area and provides leadership and direction for the department.
• Reviews disability-related documentation and determines student eligibility for accommodations and services.
• Engages in the interactive process with students to determine individualized, reasonable accommodations.
• Coordinates and oversees the implementation of approved accommodations in collaboration with students, faculty, and relevant campus partners.
• Serves as academic advisor to students in OASIS.
• Manages all facets of the OASIS Testing Center.
• Plans, implements and evaluates projects and services related to student accommodations and accessibility throughout the university.
• Establishes, monitors, evaluates, and improves processes, procedures, and standards to provide service improvement for the disabled community.
• Directs and supervises the data collection and preparation of a variety of complex reports, statements, and communications. Makes recommendations impacting students, faculty, staff, programs, grants, and service providers or vendors.
• Develops, administers and monitors budgets. Allocates resources to benefits students, faculty, staff, and community members with disabilities.

What We're Looking For (AKA Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in vocational rehabilitation, counseling, assistive technology or related field and a minimum of 2 years working in the areas of disability services in higher education.
• Understanding of relevant laws and regulations, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Knowledge of physical, medical, psychological, sensory and learning disabilities and reasonable accommodations for such disabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Efficient in managing multiple tasks and maintaining detailed records.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment and technology (preferred).
• Ability to work with a complex data system such as Accommodate and Banner(preferred).
• Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Teams required.

What We Offer

• Outstanding benefits package including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Salary: Based on Experience
• Living by the Warrior Code:
  • Accountable for One's Actions
  • Committed to Self-Growth
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others

Employment Eligibility & University Commitment

Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm