Disability Services Lead Access Coordinator

Louisiana State University

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Access, the Lead Access Coordinator provides case management guidance to the Access Coordinator team while overseeing services for specialized student populations. This position is also a shared service position for LSU Online, for which the Lead Access Coordinator will maintain an LSU Online caseload and serve as the staff liaison. This position assesses disability documentation, determines appropriate accommodations, coordinates special programs, and collaborates with campus partners to ensure consistent, high-quality disability services and student support.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience.
Experience providing services to individuals in a high pace environment.
Ability and willingness to work some evening and weekend hours.
Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.
Valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, or directly related field.
Experience working in higher education.
Experience working with adolescents and/or adults with disabilities.
Experience reading and interpreting disability related documentation for students.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary case manager and liaison for shared services between LSU Online and Disability Services.
Serve as case manager for designated specialized student populations.
Advise students with disabilities regarding their rights and responsibilities under the ADA, Section 504, and any related university policies and/or procedures.
Analyze and interpret disability related documentation to determine eligibility for services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of appropriate academic support services and accommodations under ADA, Section 504, and any related university policies and/or procedures.
Coordinate business and student service functions across both departments to ensure seamless, consistent, and accessible support for LSU Online students with disabilities.
Manage student accommodation cases from initial request through implementation, including reviewing documentation, conducting intake meetings, determining appropriate accommodations, and coordinating access needs with students, faculty, and staff.
Coordinate accommodations and auxiliary services for populations including, but not limited to, the Academic Center for Student Athletes, LSU Eunice (LSUE) Bridge Program, Pre-Scholars (PSA), Student Support Services for Disabilities (SSS-D), and Veterinary Medicine.
Collaborate with academic and campus partners to facilitate access across special programs.
Lead programming efforts for specialized student populations, including neurodivergent initiatives and designated neurodivergent spaces.
Provide consultation on case management and overall professional development for Access Coordinators, with support from the Assistant Director for Access.
Collaborate with departmental staff and campus partners to develop educational programs, workshops, and outreach opportunities.
Maintain knowledge of accommodations and best practices for students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and Blind/Visually Impaired, and provide consultation and support in the absence of specialized case managers.
Support divisional initiatives, including Move-in Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and Career Expo.