University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Access Specialist for Sensory Disabilities - DRES
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois, us, 61803
Access Specialist for Sensory Disabilities - DRES
Disability Resources & Educational Services
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Job Summary: Position determines eligibility for academic adjustments and services for University of Illinois disabled students, across sensory disability areas, with a focus on visual disability and deafness. Position may have caseload involving other disability areas. Responsible for remaining current with federal and state mandates, as well as best practices, as relates to disabled college students; consults and serves as a resource for faculty and administrators regarding academic accommodations and equitable access issues impacting disabled students.
Duties & Responsibilities
Advises disabled students in academic programs, and instructors in the planning, determination, and implementation of academic adjustments, modifications, and auxiliary aids and services as required by Section 504 of the Rehab Act, the ADA, and the ADAAA.
Counsels/advises disabled students in areas such as crisis management, academic coaching, vocational counseling, and transition planning related to their disability.
Collaborates with faculty, other professionals, and disabled students across academic departments to make sure approved academic accommodations are reasonable and can be implemented.
Advises other campus administrative and service units on the physical, programmatic, informational, and attitudinal access issues relating to the needs of disabled students.
Serves as part of the team of DRES staff who facilitate auxiliary aids and services for disabled students, including Coordinator of Deaf Resources area, ASL Interpreters, CART, Business Services, AMS, and others.
Collaborates with other DRES staff in the ongoing review and revision of internal service policies, procedures, and practices.
Participates in the development and implementation of disability education training on the campus.
Serves as DRES liaison to other campus departments/units as needed.
Assists in maintaining current information on the DRES website and social media pages. Schedules, coordinates, and conducts tours of DRES to prospective students, visitors, alumni, interview candidates, courses, faculty/staff, and university officials.
Conducts service responsibilities for the College of AHS (i.e., search committee work, subcommittee membership) as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in rehabilitation, education, disability studies, social work, or closely related field.
Knowledge of and experience in the delivery of ADAA/504 mandated post-secondary academic adjustments and services for disabled students.
Experience working with students in the delivery of academic adjustments and services for students with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and previous experience in supporting students who have low vision/blindness and students who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Productive team player
Ability to deliver high-level interactive services
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships within DRES and across stakeholders
Ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to proactively solve problems
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a great deal of accuracy
Strong communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff at all levels
Ability to thrive in a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment
Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $67,000 with the final salary offer determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 21, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bobbie Clegg at bjclegg@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID : 1033372
Job Category : Education & Student Services
Apply at:
https://jobs.illinois.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary: Position determines eligibility for academic adjustments and services for University of Illinois disabled students, across sensory disability areas, with a focus on visual disability and deafness. Position may have caseload involving other disability areas. Responsible for remaining current with federal and state mandates, as well as best practices, as relates to disabled college students; consults and serves as a resource for faculty and administrators regarding academic accommodations and equitable access issues impacting disabled students.
Duties & Responsibilities
Advises disabled students in academic programs, and instructors in the planning, determination, and implementation of academic adjustments, modifications, and auxiliary aids and services as required by Section 504 of the Rehab Act, the ADA, and the ADAAA.
Counsels/advises disabled students in areas such as crisis management, academic coaching, vocational counseling, and transition planning related to their disability.
Collaborates with faculty, other professionals, and disabled students across academic departments to make sure approved academic accommodations are reasonable and can be implemented.
Advises other campus administrative and service units on the physical, programmatic, informational, and attitudinal access issues relating to the needs of disabled students.
Serves as part of the team of DRES staff who facilitate auxiliary aids and services for disabled students, including Coordinator of Deaf Resources area, ASL Interpreters, CART, Business Services, AMS, and others.
Collaborates with other DRES staff in the ongoing review and revision of internal service policies, procedures, and practices.
Participates in the development and implementation of disability education training on the campus.
Serves as DRES liaison to other campus departments/units as needed.
Assists in maintaining current information on the DRES website and social media pages. Schedules, coordinates, and conducts tours of DRES to prospective students, visitors, alumni, interview candidates, courses, faculty/staff, and university officials.
Conducts service responsibilities for the College of AHS (i.e., search committee work, subcommittee membership) as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in rehabilitation, education, disability studies, social work, or closely related field.
Knowledge of and experience in the delivery of ADAA/504 mandated post-secondary academic adjustments and services for disabled students.
Experience working with students in the delivery of academic adjustments and services for students with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and previous experience in supporting students who have low vision/blindness and students who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Productive team player
Ability to deliver high-level interactive services
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships within DRES and across stakeholders
Ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to proactively solve problems
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a great deal of accuracy
Strong communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff at all levels
Ability to thrive in a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment
Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $67,000 with the final salary offer determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 21, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bobbie Clegg at bjclegg@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID : 1033372
Job Category : Education & Student Services
Apply at:
https://jobs.illinois.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr