Senior Specialist, Disability
About The Position
The Senior Disability Specialist reports to the Disability Resource Center Manager and serves as the primary resource for educating, training, and guiding the college community on disability access, rights, and responsibilities. The position provides professional case management to a diverse population of students with disabilities, temporary injuries, and pregnancy-related needs, and facilitates in-person student engagement, access, and accommodations. It manages a comprehensive program of services for students with disabilities and consults with faculty and staff about strategies for supporting them. The role also assists with the Disability Resource Center’s day-to-day operations, including oversight of classified staff, hourly employees, and student workers. It dedicates time and resources to case management for current and prospective students and individuals reporting disabilities for whom DRC services are a significant factor in their decision to attend the College. The position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Special Education, College Student Personnel, Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or a related Human Services field) from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of related professional experience, including knowledge of the ADA, the ADA Amendments Act, and Sections 504/508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Knowledge of confidentiality laws and regulations related to disability accommodations and student records.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience delivering presentations and conducting training.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Proven track record of leadership in disability resources and services.
- One year of managerial or leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Educate, train, and guide the college community on disability access, rights, and responsibilities.
- Provide professional case management services to students with disabilities, temporary injuries, and pregnancy-related needs.
- Facilitate in-person student engagement, access, and accommodations.
- Manage a comprehensive program of services for students with disabilities.
- Consult with faculty and staff on strategies for supporting students with disabilities.
- Assist with day-to-day Disability Resource Center operations.
- Oversee classified staff, hourly employees, and student workers.
- Provide case management for current and prospective students and individuals reporting disabilities for whom DRC services are a significant factor in their decision to attend the College.
Benefits
- Grant-in-Aid tuition and fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions.
- A variety of time-off options.
- 12 paid holidays per year.
- Customizable health insurance plans for employees and dependents.
- Retirement plan with 19.25% participant contributions and a 100% employer match.
- On-site Early Childhood Education Center services.
- Learning and professional development opportunities.
- CSN Affinity Groups focused on campus-wide diversity initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
