Access Accommodations Coordinator
Access Accommodations Coordinator
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Job Description
Job Title
Access & Accommodations CoordinatorAgency
Texas A&M University Central TexasDepartment
Warrior Center for Student SuccessProposed Minimum Salary
$3433.34 monthlyJob Location
Killeen TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
The Access & Accommodation Coordinator under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Warrior Center for Student Success ensures appropriate academic support and compliance for students with documented disabilities. This position facilitates reasonable accommodations coordinates support services and assists in providing accessible learning environments in accordance with ADA Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and institutional policy. The coordinator serves as a resource to students faculty and staff on accessibilityrelated matters and supports campuswide student retention and success efforts.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Review medical psychological or educational documentation to determine eligibility for services.
Coordinate and implement accommodations such as notetaking services testing modifications interpreter services and assistive technology.
Maintain regular contact with students receiving accommodations to support their academic progress.
Provide individualized guidance on navigating accommodations and university systems.
Serve as a liaison to faculty and staff regarding student accommodation needs and legal obligations.
Consult with faculty to implement accommodations and ensure equitable access to course materials.
Provide procedural guidance to university departments on ADA compliance and accommodation policies.
Stay up to date on state and federal disabilityrelated legislation including the ADA and Section 504.
Maintain accurate confidential records and documentation in accordance with legal and institutional requirements.
Assist with the development and review of office policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Provide information about accommodation services to prospective students parents and high school counselors.
Develop and facilitate general inservice training sessions for staff and faculty to support understanding of disabilityrelated procedures and accommodations.
Collaborate with departments across campus to promote awareness of available services and support mechanisms.
Refer students to appropriate oncampus and offcampus resources for additional support (e.g. counseling wellness legal financial).
Coordinate with relevant staff to connect students with communitybased accessibility resources as needed.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director in support of the departments mission and strategic initiatives.
Knowledge skills abilities:
Working knowledge of ADA Section 504/508 and FERPA; familiarity with reviewing diagnostic and medical documentation; and understanding of assistive technologies and academic accommodations in higher education.
Strong interpersonal organizational and written communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively; and sensitivity in handling confidential information.
Ability to implement and manage new programs.
Ability to adhere to ethical standards and ADA laws and regulations. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Proficient in word processing spreadsheets databases and accessibility software tools.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Counseling Clinical Psychology Special Education Higher Education or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of experience in student support services disability services or a related area.
Salary: $41200.00
Hours: Monday Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Supervision of Others: This position may supervise employees such as student workers.
Work Location: This is not a remote position. The selected candidate will be required to work on campus.
To Apply:
Please apply directly on our Texas A&M UniversityCentral Texas Job Site. Please submit a cover letter a resume and the contact information of three professional references when applying for this position.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
