Full Time Student Accessibility Specialist

Lorain County Community College•Elyria, OH

About The Position

The Student Accessibility Specialist provides equitable access and ongoing wrap-around support to students with disabilities in accordance with federal ADA and Section 504 guidelines. The specialist determines eligibility for individualized accommodations through an interactive process and maintains a student caseload. The role provides holistic services and one-on-one consultation to students with disabilities, and serves as a liaison and collaborator among students, faculty, departments, community agencies, and programs. The specialist provides auxiliary aids, resource referrals, and support internally and externally. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 2–3 years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include a relevant master’s degree and 4–7 years of related experience, along with experience supporting college students with disabilities and interpreting disability-related documentation. The starting salary is $53,400 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and established pay practices. The application file should include a cover letter, current resume, Professional Statement if applicable, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment), and contact information for 3–4 professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to appropriate background checks before hire. Employees should reside in Ohio and within a reasonable commuting distance of the work location so they can respond to on-campus work requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
A minimum of 2–3 years of related experience; may possess some additional job-specific training.
Experience conducting individual meetings with students and collaborating with parents, faculty, staff, and other professionals.
Knowledge of the ADA and Section 504 and experience applying disability-related requirements within an educational setting.
Ability to navigate emotionally charged or sensitive conversations using sound judgment, empathy, and appropriate professional boundaries.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in special education, counseling, psychology, social work, higher education, or a related field.
A minimum of 4–7 years of related experience; may possess appropriate licensures or certifications with some advanced training.
Experience working directly with college students with disabilities in disability/accessibility services, special education, counseling, or a related setting.
Experience reviewing and interpreting IEPs, ETRs, psychological/neuropsychological evaluations, medical documentation, and other disability-related documentation to inform eligibility and accommodation decisions.
Experience conducting individual meetings with students and collaborating with parents, faculty, staff, healthcare providers, and other professionals regarding disability-related needs and supports.
Experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or complex disability-related needs, including navigating sensitive conversations with sound judgment, empathy, and appropriate professional boundaries.
Strong written communication, documentation, case management, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Determine eligibility for individualized accommodations through an interactive process.
Maintain a caseload of students.
Provide holistic services and one-on-one consultation to students with disabilities, following federal guidelines.
Serve as a liaison and collaborator among students, faculty, departments, community agencies, and programs.
Provide auxiliary aids, resource referrals, and internal and external support.