Student Accessibility Coordinator

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT, United States
Federally mandated accommodations compliance
Interactive request process management
Case management system proficiency
The Student Accessibility Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating tasks that pertain to students with disabilities and ensuring compliance with federally mandated accommodations

Job Summary

  • The Student Accessibility Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating tasks that pertain to students with disabilities and ensuring compliance with federally mandated accommodations.
  • This position requires collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to uphold policies and implement accommodations effectively.
  • The role involves managing accommodation requests, maintaining confidential records, and representing the Office of Accessibility at various university events and committees.

Matching Summary

The Student Accessibility Coordinator is responsible for supporting and coordinating tasks that pertain to students with disabilities and ensuring compliance with federally mandated accommodations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • federally mandated accommodations compliance
  • interactive request process management
  • case management system proficiency
  • disability documentation review
  • student accommodation coordination
  • collaboration with campus partners
  • confidentiality and privacy adherence

Nice-to-have

  • knowledge of disability laws
  • experience with vulnerable student populations
  • strong verbal and written communication
  • interpersonal skills
  • detail orientation
  • computer proficiency
  • advocacy for student accommodations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in related field
  • 1-3 years experience with students with disabilities
  • knowledge of ADA, Section 504 and 508, FERPA
  • experience in higher education or K-12 settings
  • Master’s degree preferred but not required

Work Rights

Not specified

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