Accessibility Specialist MnSCU Academic Professional 2
Accessibility Specialist MnSCU Academic Professional 2
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Working Title:
Accessibility Specialist / MnSCU Academic Professional 2Institution:
Normandale Community CollegeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional EmployeesCity:
BloomingtonFLSA:
Non Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
$25.67 - $37.26We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women people of color persons with disabilities and individuals with protected veteran status.
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Accessibility Specialist
Classification: MnSCU Academic Professional 2
Unlimited Full-Time
Monday Friday: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
*A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable)
Salary Range: Hourly from $25.67 to $37.26; Annually from $53599 to $77799
*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
This vacancy is posted on-line from Thursday September 25 2025 to Wednesday October 8 2025 until 11:59 PM.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Accessibility Specialist formulates implements monitors and evaluates appropriate services for students with disabilities who seek support through the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD). The position reviews disability documentation and works through the interactive process with the student to effectively implement disability law. The Accessibility Specialist develops monitors adjusts and evaluates individual accommodation plans for students with disabilities. This involves meeting with individual students for the intake/interview process reviewing and interpreting confidential psycho-education evaluations assessing individual student needs on a case-by-case basis and determining and providing disability accommodations to qualified students.
The Accessibility Specialist assists students with disabilities who experience educational barriers by meeting to help develop skills related to organization and time management. This position is expected to stay up to date on industry trends to develop and improve training on time management skills and academic planning strategies. The individual in this role assists students with the acceptance understanding and management of their disability in a higher education setting. The Accessibility Specialist develops and maintains collegial relationships with Normandale faculty and staff for the benefit of students and guides students with general college procedures. The Accessibility Specialist reports to the Director of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD).
This position will actively advance the colleges strategic goals including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture through individual and departmental efforts. The Normandale Community College library supports every student in the pursuit of their education by providing dynamic services relevant collections and flexible learning spaces that foster an inclusive environment intellectual discovery and achievement.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL: These qualifications are required to move forward; as such (ensure your application contains descriptions of your education and work experience sufficient to demonstrate competency in each of the following):
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in providing service to students with disabilities at the post-secondary level. Bachelors degree in Special Education Rehabilitation Student Personnel Counseling or a related field can substitute for 12 months experience.
Experience with legal requirements of Americans with Disability Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Demonstrated skill in advocating for students with disabilities in an educational setting.
Proven experience in managing difficult situations in disability services involving students parents staff and faculty.
Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience reviewing documentation of disabilities.
Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service to students families staff faculty and the community.
PREFERRED:
Masters degree in Special Education Rehabilitation Student Personnel Counseling or a related field
Five (5) years of experience in providing service to students with disabilities at the post-secondary level.
Demonstrated knowledge of trends that support the development of inclusive education for students with disabilities.
Knowledge of accessibility and web content.
Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks and respond to a wide range of situations in an organized manner.
Possession of strong computer skills and familiarization with Microsoft office.
Expertise with data bases and computer technology.
Demonstrated excellent written oral and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of college policies and procedures to effectively make decisions to assist students with disabilities.
Demonstrated experience with assistive technology and over-all computer use.
Other requirements:
The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.
WHY NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an agency of the State of Minnesota Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical dental vision insurance income protection plans generous vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year employer paid life insurance pre-tax flexible spending accounts retirement plans and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.
For information on benefits visit SEGIPs website SEGIP. For more information on retirement benefits please view the retirement brochure through MMB.
This position is also part of Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE). The outlines many additional benefits provided.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.
No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment personnel practices or access to and participation in programs services and activities with regard to race sex color creed religion age national origin disability protected veteran status marital status status with regard to public assistance sexual orientation gender identity or gender addition discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance please contact Human Resources at or . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
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Posting Contact Name:
John NormanPosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
