Student Disability Services Advisor

New River Community and Technical College•Beaver, WV

About The Position

New River Community and Technical College is seeking a student-centered Student Disability Services Advisor to coordinate disability-related accommodations and advance accessibility across the College’s academic programs and learning environments. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Advisor is a resource for students, families, faculty, staff, and campus leadership. The position combines individualized student support and accommodation management with collaboration to improve the accessibility of curriculum, instructional materials, technology, and educational experiences. The Advisor evaluates accommodation requests, responds to student needs, and helps faculty and staff incorporate accessible practices into teaching and learning. The role requires independent judgment, application of relevant federal and state requirements, and practical solutions that promote equal access while preserving essential academic requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The salary range is $52,000–$58,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Special Education, Counseling, Rehabilitation Services, or a related field.
At least three years of demonstrated experience working with students or adults with disabilities in an educational, counseling, rehabilitation, or related environment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between College locations.
Knowledge of disability-related needs, reasonable accommodations, and applicable federal and state requirements.
Ability to evaluate documentation, assess functional limitations, and make individualized accommodation decisions using sound professional judgment.
Ability to balance timely student support, regulatory compliance, and the integrity of academic courses and programs.
Ability to identify barriers in instructional materials, learning technologies, and academic processes.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain accommodation decisions and requirements clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
Exceptional attention to detail, documentation, confidentiality, and case management.
Ability to manage competing priorities, respond to daily student needs, and meet established deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while consulting leadership on complex or sensitive matters.
Ability to research complex issues, evaluate options, and implement appropriate solutions.
Professional, responsible, and ethical conduct; contribution to a productive and safe working environment; and support for the College’s mission, vision, and values.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work, Special Education, Counseling, Rehabilitation Services, or a related field.
Experience evaluating disability documentation and determining reasonable academic accommodations in a postsecondary setting.
Knowledge of applicable disability-related laws and requirements governing access to higher education, including ADA, FERPA, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Experience collaborating with faculty and instructional technology staff to improve the accessibility of curriculum, course materials, and digital learning resources.
Experience delivering training or consultation on disability awareness, accommodations, universal design, or accessible instructional practices.
An equivalent combination of education and recent, relevant experience may be considered where appropriate.
Skill in partnering with faculty and staff to develop practical, sustainable accessibility solutions.
Ability to recognize patterns in accommodation requests and translate insights into proactive improvements.
Skill in building collaborative relationships, navigating differing perspectives, managing conflict, and identifying workable solutions.
Commitment to continuous learning and effective, evidence-informed accessibility practices.

Responsibilities

Meet with students in person or virtually to assess disability-related needs and determine appropriate academic accommodations, auxiliary aids, and services.
Review disability documentation under applicable federal and state requirements to evaluate eligibility and inform accommodation decisions.
Conduct introductory interviews to understand students’ perspectives, functional limitations, prior accommodations, educational experiences, study skills, and possible need for additional resources.
Develop individualized accommodation letters based on documentation, student interviews, and assessment of appropriate accommodations.
Respond promptly and professionally to daily accommodation requests, questions, and emerging student needs.
Conduct follow-up meetings to assess accommodation effectiveness, address concerns, and revise plans or letters when appropriate.
Apply knowledge of diverse disabilities and their potential effects on learning when making informed, equitable, and legally compliant decisions.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and comprehensive student records, including case notes, communications, documentation, and accommodation decisions.
Partner with faculty, academic leadership, and information technology staff to identify and address barriers to participation and learning across the curriculum.
Collaborate with faculty on accessible instructional strategies, course materials, assessments, and learning resources.
Work with information technology staff and other stakeholders to promote accessible digital content, educational technology, and online learning environments.
Encourage accessibility principles in course development, curriculum review, instructional planning, and selection or creation of learning materials.
Identify recurring accommodation requests and accessibility barriers to inform broader improvements in teaching practices, instructional resources, and academic processes.
Guide faculty and staff in implementing approved accommodations while maintaining essential course requirements and academic standards.
Promote proactive accessibility practices that complement individualized accommodations and reduce preventable barriers.
Serve as a primary resource for students and families seeking information about disability services, registration, documentation, and accommodation procedures.
Collaborate with College partners to resolve accommodation-related questions and support student success.
Refer students to appropriate campus and community resources based on identified needs.
Deliver presentations, training, and educational programming on disability awareness, accessibility, accommodation responsibilities, and inclusive educational practices.
Represent Student Disability Resources at College activities and initiatives that advance student access, engagement, and success.
Research emerging practices, evaluate alternatives, and develop solutions to complex disability-related and accessibility challenges.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with College policies, procedures, and applicable standards.