Disability and Accessibility Resources -Accommodation Coordinator
Job Description
Position Title Disability and Accessibility Resources -Accommodation Coordinator
Classification Title Hourly Part Time (.5-.74 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Department Disability & Accessibility Services
Job Description
Position is responsible for supporting the needs of Disability and Accessibility Resources (DAR). This is a 9-10 month position with varied hours. The bulk of hours will be completed during the academic year, August 15 to May 15.Responsibilities include:
- Administrative Functions:
- Assists with academic services that may include test proctoring, note-taking services, CART/CPRINT, captioning, etc.
- Keeps individual records of all student communication, decisions and actions taken, as needed
- Creates forms and procedures for systematic documentation, administrative ease and record-keeping
- Direct Service to Students:
- Works with students with physical, psychological, psychiatric, sensory, intellectual and learning disabilities
- Assist with test proctoring for students with disabilities
- Receive, proctor, and return exams when completed;
- Manage the daily test schedule using Google calendar and/or other technology;
- Communicate with faculty and staff regarding testing as needed.
- Assists with digital accessibility and assistive technology needs.
- Complete digital accessibility projects as assigned by the Assistive Technology Specialist;
- Trains students on assistive technology and identifies additional resources to assist students as needed;
- Follow up with students to evaluate the appropriateness of the academic services and/or assistive technology accommodations that were provided.
- Connect students to resources on- and off-campus to encourage success in the college environment
- Collaboration with On and Off Campus Partners:
- Collaborates and consults with faculty, staff, and campus partners regarding student welfare;
- Training and Support:
- Facilitates communication between students and faculty on particular academic accommodations approved for students with disabilities;
- Willing to learn, work with, and recommend appropriate assistive technology and additional resources to assist students.
- Additional Functions:
- Respects and maintains confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols and individual privacy
- Provides a high level of service and responsiveness to students and faculty/staff
- Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with diplomacy and sound judgment.
- Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of departments on campus.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal communications skills and the ability to work cross campus.
- Ability to navigate and learn new software, applications, and technology essential to office operations
- A bachelors degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Counseling, Social Services, or a related field is preferred but other degrees will be considered.
- Three years of work experience serving individuals with disabilities
- Supportive of the Hope College mission statement
Preferred qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of all broad categories of disabilities (learning, mobility, sensory, medical, psychiatric)
- A minimum of one to three years experience working in disability services in Higher Education or other educational environment
- Experience with G Suite for Education
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2023-255SR
Job Posting Open Date 12/02/2024
Job Posting Close Date 01/31/2025
Open Until Filled No
Is this position available for sponsorship No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Hope College seeks to be a community that affirms the dignity of all persons as bearers of God's image. It is Hope College policy not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, family status, genetic information, height, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or weight, except in the event of a bona fide occupational qualification. Hope College is an equal opportunity employer.
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