Lead Accessibility Specialist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
$55,700.00 - $72,700.00 annually; not specified; n...
Evaluates disability documentation
Implements accommodations
Advocates for accessibility and inclusion
The Lead Access Specialist works with students, staff, and faculty to improve campus accessibility with the goal of ensuring that students with disabilities have full access to their university experience

Job Summary

  • The Lead Access Specialist works with students, staff, and faculty to improve campus accessibility with the goal of ensuring that students with disabilities have full access to their university experience.
  • Supervises, mentors and trains Access Specialist team members; may supervise student employees; assists with staff selection and on-boarding.
  • Conducts outreach & education workshops, and presentations; provides coverage in other SLDS functional areas when needed; serves on committees as assigned.

Matching Summary

The Lead Access Specialist works with students, staff, and faculty to improve campus accessibility with the goal of ensuring that students with disabilities have full access to their university experience.

Salary

$55,700.00 - $72,700.00 annually; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • evaluates disability documentation
  • implements accommodations
  • advocates for accessibility and inclusion
  • ensures legal compliance
  • supervises Access Specialist team members

Nice-to-have

  • knowledge of disability models
  • inclusive educational design
  • presentation skills
  • assistive technology knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 6 years of relevant experience
  • Experience working as an Access Specialist
  • Understanding of disability laws
  • Master’s degree in related field
  • 8 to 12 years’ experience
  • Licensure in related professional field

Work Rights

Not specified

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