Accommodations Specialist - Academic Pofessional 1

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Brooklyn Park, MN

3d•$24 - $35

About The Position

The Accommodations Specialist ensures equitable access to educational opportunities by coordinating ADA accommodations, supporting students with disabilities, and collaborating with campus partners to deliver accessible services, inclusive learning environments, and effective retention support. Federal, state, and system policies and procedures will guide the work. This position also supervises work-study students and volunteers and may lead external partners.

Requirements

One year of direct work experience in higher education, or a bachelor’s degree, may substitute for 1 year of experience, and an associate degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.
Knowledge of FERPA, ADA, ADAAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Federal and State disability related laws
Demonstrated skill in maintaining confidentiality and working with sensitive issues
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of various computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite and database management
Requires occasionally transporting such articles as file boxes and office equipment (i.e., chairs) or heavier materials with help from others, and/or transporting light objects frequently.
The position may require frequent movement throughout the building(s).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Experience in working in a disability related field or higher education
Experience in working with diverse populations, including students with disabilities
Experience with ISRS and/or ImageNow or CRM software
Knowledge of disability related software
Knowledge of best practices as defined in the Association of Higher Education on Disability and the Commission on Rehabilitation Counseling
Knowledge of disability related resources, agencies, and various types of adaptive software/equipment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and adaptive technologies
Experience leading or supervising
Bilingual (including ASL)

Responsibilities

Coordinating ADA accommodations
Supporting students with disabilities
Collaborating with campus partners to deliver accessible services, inclusive learning environments, and effective retention support
Supervises work-study students and volunteers
May lead external partners

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents