Accommodation Coordinator

Florida Atlantic University • Jupiter, FL

7d • $48,000 - $51,000

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Accommodation Coordinator. - Jupiter, FL. The Student Accessibility Services team seeks a dedicated and student-focused professional to support FAU students with disabilities, including students with medical, emotional, learning, physical, and sensory disabilities.

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization ; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
• Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment.
• Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the testing services, which includes provision of exam accommodations, maintaining records of exam accommodations, and communicating with students, professors, and staff.
• Oversees the volunteer and paid note taking programs which includes recruiting volunteers, communicating with professors, and tracking the provision of note taking services as well as planning and executing a yearly volunteer appreciation luncheon.
• Implements academic support and services for students in the areas of effective learning strategies.
• Provides direct service to students through individualized academic consultation with a focus on learning, time management, and organization strategies; content specific tutoring; college transitions; navigating the university system; and self-advocacy.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.
• For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees