Access Specialist
About The Position
North Idaho College is seeking a student-centered and compassionate Access Specialist to help create an inclusive and accessible learning environment for students with disabilities. In this role, you will work directly with students to assess barriers, facilitate the interactive process, determine reasonable accommodations, and connect students with resources and support services that promote academic success and equitable access. The Access Specialist collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and campus partners to implement accommodations across classroom, lab, clinical, online, and experiential learning environments while maintaining essential course requirements and institutional standards. This position also supports students in developing self-advocacy skills, navigating disability-related challenges, and accessing assistive technology and accessibility tools.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of disability access laws and higher education accessibility practices, including the ADA, ADAAA, Section 504, FERPA, and related regulations.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interpret disability documentation.
- Ability to work effectively with students with a wide range of disabilities and medical conditions.
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, or a related field.
- One year of full-time equivalent related experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Resume
- Cover letter
Nice To Haves
- Experience using assistive technology.
- Experience with case management systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
- Presentation or outreach skills.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with students to assess barriers, facilitate the interactive process, and determine reasonable accommodations.
- Connect students with resources and support services that promote academic success and equitable access.
- Collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and campus partners to implement accommodations across various learning environments.
- Support students in developing self-advocacy skills.
- Assist students in navigating disability-related challenges.
- Help students access assistive technology and accessibility tools.
Benefits
- Retirement
- 15 vacation days per year
- 12 sick days per year
- 14 paid holidays
- Tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
