Accessibility Specialist

Brandeis University • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

Champion equity. Empower students. Shape an accessible future. Brandeis University invites applications for an Accessibility Specialist to join our Student Accessibility Support (SAS) team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring all students—including those with documented learning, perceptual, sensory, physical, and psychological disabilities—have meaningful access to the full Brandeis experience. As part of SAS, you will partner with students, faculty, and staff to design and implement accommodations, foster inclusive learning environments, and advance accessibility across campus. This role is both student-facing and collaborative—ideal for someone who is passionate about disability services, equity, and educational success. The hiring range is $63,300 - $66,500.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, education, counseling, higher education administration, or related field.
• Strong understanding of U.S. and Massachusetts disability laws and compliance standards (ADA, Section 504, WCAG).
• 1–3 years working with youth or adults with disabilities (educational setting preferred).
• Excellent communication, case management, and collaboration skills; ability to support diverse student needs with professionalism and empathy.

Nice To Haves

• Training or experience with assistive technology and alt-format material production, including Braille.

Responsibilities

• Support Students (45%): Meet individually with students to review documentation, determine appropriate accommodations, and provide ongoing support. Guide students through academic and non-academic accommodations, and connect them with university and community resources. Partner with Community Living, the Health Center, and the Counseling Center to coordinate holistic support.
• Collaborate & Implement (20%): Work closely with faculty and staff to ensure accommodations are effectively integrated into the classroom and university life. Maintain timely, accurate records in the student case database.
• Accessibility Services & Technology (25%): Assist with non-academic accommodations such as exam arrangements, housing, transportation, interpreters, CART services, notetakers, and alt-text/Braille materials. Recommend and support adaptive and assistive technologies to improve student access.
• Educate & Advocate (10%): Provide training and consultation to faculty, staff, and student leaders on disability issues, accessibility standards, and compliance requirements. Contribute to building a culture of inclusion and accessibility across campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level