Accessibility Coordinator

Position Title:
Accessibility Coordinator

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling or a related field
Experience providing direct services to people with disabilities and/or coordinating reasonable accommodations
Experience problem solving technology and utilizing databases/management systems
Working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAA) and/or other related legislation
Experience or training (eg. motivational interviewing, appreciative advising) in direct student communication

Job Description:

Reporting through the Dean of Students Office in the Division of Student Affairs, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) coordinates reasonable accommodations for ISU students with documented disabilities and promotes access and student success at the University. The Accessibility Coordinator is responsible for coordinating services which includes determination of eligibility, administration of accommodations, and collaboration with professors/instructors in providing reasonable accommodations at Iowa State. This is primarily accomplished through documentation review followed by individualized conversations with students and campus partners. The Accessibility Coordinator also conducts informational presentations and workshops for the campus community regarding disability awareness, works collaboratively with the Director and Assistant Director on assessment to improve the unit and its services, and maintains accurate records related to eligibility and provision of services. 

This position will be hired as a Student Services Specialist II.

This employee must exercise independent judgment and/or decision-making ability with moderate supervisory consultation, effectively communicate and prioritize tasks to ensure timely access, and must engage in appropriate ongoing education and training to ensure effective delivery of service.

SUPERVISORY ASSIGNMENT/RELATIONSHIPS:

The Accessibility Coordinator reports to the Director of Student Accessibility Services.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Eligibility Determination and Services Coordination

• Review medical documentation, school records (IEP and 504) and other evidence to determine eligibility for services.

• Meet with students to review accommodation requests and review students responsibilities and rights under the American Disabilities Act.

• Communicate with and assist professors/instructors related to their role in the delivery of reasonable accommodations and access.

• Coordinate and ensure various services/processes are in place to deliver reasonable accommodations with various campus partners such as department of residence, dining, facilities, registrar.

• Utilize and troubleshoot the SAS information management software (Accommodate).

• Return daily phone calls, follow-up to emails and manage the team’s inbox.

• Maintain accurate and timely records utilizing Accommodate.

Student Support and Consultation

• Meet with students, parents, and others to complete "Welcome Meetings" providing information regarding eligibility and services.

• Work collaboratively with students to problem solve accommodation concerns.

• Guide students through basic level assistive technology needs supported through accommodations: textbook requests, overview of reader software, etc.

Assessment and Outreach

• Develop and maintain use of assessment tools to assist Director and Assistant Director in data-driven reporting and decision making.

• Assist and implement changes in processes resulting from assessment learning outcomes.

• Conduct presentations and workshops for the campus community, promoting disability awareness and understanding of services and related processes for students with disabilities.

Other Duties as Assigned

Complete other projects/Duties as assigned.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Level Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS806

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:
April 1, 2024

Posting Close Date:
April 14, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14347