Accommodations Specialist- ARC

The University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) is seeking a highly qualified Accommodations Specialist to provide academic support to prospective and current students. This role involves providing direct support to individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), conducting disability eligibility analyses, offering referrals, approving reasonable accommodations, and connecting individuals with services to support their personal and/or academic goals. The Accommodations Specialist will also educate campus constituencies on supporting individuals with disabilities and facilitate compliance with ADA/ADAAA, related regulations, and University policies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
At least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

Highly proficient with American Sign Language (ASL)
Master’s degree in Education or Special Education.
Experience in a post-secondary educational setting.
Experience in the interactive process and provision of accommodations.

Responsibilities

Performs intake interviews to gain a foundational understanding of individual needs and evaluates information from medical and/or psychological professionals to determine eligibility; makes referrals and/or consults with diagnosticians, as necessary.
Works with individuals to determine reasonable accommodations needed for academic, professional and/or personal success; connects individuals to and/or provides direct resources and services.
Educates students, families, faculty and staff on appropriate services for and communications with individuals with disabilities; compiles and distributes necessary documentation to verify the need for accommodation.
Assists individuals with solving barriers unique and/or common to individuals with disabilities; interfaces with campus constituencies to ensure individuals gain equitable access to resources.
Increases understanding regarding issues affecting individuals with disabilities by delivering presentations, trainings, workshops and/or educational materials related to research and best practices.
Records interactions with individuals with disabilities and analyzes effectiveness of accommodations, compiles reports and analyzes data related to accommodations, compliance, and program efficacy.
Maintains confidentiality of university and student records, as applicable.
Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to technology, equipment, applicable laws, regulations, standards and/or systems.
Serves as a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.