Accessibility Specialist

Norman, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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The Accessibility Specialist for the Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is responsible for supporting students faculty and staff in ensuring an accessible educational environment for individuals with disabilities and implement best practices for providing and promoting reasonable accommodations.

Essential Duties:

Assists students in addressing academic challenges and determining appropriate course placement or educational pathways.
Serves as a liaison with on- and off-campus offices to coordinate services and resources.
Maintains accurate records including student files inventory personnel documentation and other administrative materials.
Collects evaluates and interprets data to inform program development guide decision-making and respond to internal and external inquiries and programs.
Assesses student needs to inform the development and implementation of targeted support services and programs this includes providing individualized support through academic guidance facilitation of support groups and involvement with student organizations.
Works with colleagues to develop and implement best practices in accessibility and inclusive design.
Provides students with resources and referrals to appropriate campus and community services based on their individual needs.
Keeps current with national state and local disability laws regulations and best practices.
Engages in ongoing professional development to enhance knowledge and skills in disability service this may also include student meetings regarding accessible media.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education and Experience: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution AND:

1 year of related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution:Experience or a combination of education/related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills:

Familiar with the fundamental provisions of disability laws and regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 and their general impact on educational environments.
Familiarity with best practices in disability services accommodations and universal design principles.
Knowledge of standardized testing procedures assessment techniques and the interpretation of assessments for determining accommodation eligibility.
Ability to interpret and apply disability laws policies and procedures to individual student cases.
Ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships across departments institutions and external agencies.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with students faculty staff and external stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) for documentation analysis and presentations.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage confidential records and student data with accuracy and discretion using electronic accommodation management systems.

Certifications: None

Advertised Physical Requirements:

Primarily office-basedwith regular use of computers.
Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for events outreach or urgent student needs.
Work involves access to sensitive student information and requires strict adherence to FERPA HIPAA and institutional confidentiality policies.
Occasional travel may be required for conferences training or professional development activities related to disability law accessibility or higher education.

Department Preferences:

Masters Degree

Supervision: No Supervisory Duties

Special Instructions:If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.

Required Experience:

Required AttachmentsDocuments required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.Important: ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your docu...