Testing, Disability Services Specialist

Florida Polytechnic University; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits through the State ofFL

Retirement plans through the State

Job summary

Florida Polytechnic University seeks a Testing, Disability Services Specialist to oversee daily operations of accommodation-based testing for students, coordinating with departments and Student Success Services. The role serves as a liaison to students and academic units, assisting the Office of Disability Services as directed.

Responsibilities include scheduling, marketing coordination, purchasing support for The Access Point, and backup support for Student Affairs units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• 1 year of experience working with students at the post-secondary level
• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and participates in the daily operations and activities of accommodation-based testing services, including scheduling and communication.
• Supports Disability Services staff with Office of Disability Services planning, activities, and general administration.
• Coordinates marketing and promotional efforts for assigned area.
• Supports in the purchasing and administrative functions of The Access Point.
• Provides backup administrative support for all Student Affairs units.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Legal compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Relevant education/experience/certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions foreducation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college inthe region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique workingenvironment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of aculture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingnessto go above and beyond to ensure our students and Universitysucceed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environmentwhere students form connections with their faculty and peers asthey pursue high-value degrees in engineering and appliedsciences.

The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities andequipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academicbuildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs ofindustry and provide a life-long educational foundation forstudents, has helped the institution grow in prominence since itsopening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes,affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped itearn recognitions suchas being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally foraffordability, and in the top five best universities in the Southfor tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly iseducating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attractingstandout talent from across the nation.

JOB TITLE

Testing, Disability Services Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This position serves day-to-day operations of Disability Servicesfor students throughout their university experience with specificattention on planning and coordinating daily activities ofaccommodations-based testing services. Serves as a liaison tostudents, academic departments, and Student Success Services.Assists the Office of Disability Services and Student Affairs asdirected.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and participates in the dailyoperations and activities of accommodation-based testing services,including scheduling and communication.
• Supports Disability Services staff with Office of DisabilityServices planning, activities, and general administration,
• Coordinates marketing and promotional efforts for assignedarea.
• Supports in the purchasing and administrative functions of TheAccess Point.
• Provides backup administrative support for all Student Affairsunits.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of highereducation
• 1 year of experience working with students at thepost-secondary level.
• In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevanteducation, experience, and/or certifications may beconsidered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the administration of testing materials
• Experience working within disability services

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSA)

• Customer and Personal Service - Proficient in-depth knowledgeof principles and processes for providing customer and personalservices
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and demonstrated ability tolearn other computer systems necessary for the role.
• Critical Thinking - Proficient skills in using logic andreasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativesolutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain federal, state, andlocal laws related to disability services

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFICREQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires a criminal background check.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacyregulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

This position is exempt/salary exempt.The normal work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.However, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY

$50,200 - $53,000, commensurate withexperience.

LOCATION/WORK MODEL:

Full-time/On-site

Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.

Application Deadline Date:

The position may be open for 14days with a minimum of 7 days; however, application review will begin immediately.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal accessinstitution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provideequal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities toall (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants foradmission, students, and others affiliated with the University)without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex,religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status,veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Anappointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to takeadvantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to helpmeet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family.This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts,medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First , on behalf of the State of Florida, aspre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hireenrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, anddependent eligibility.Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST , at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the requiredselection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans,our employees