Inside Higher Ed
Administrative Coordinator, Student Disability Services
Inside Higher Ed, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Administrative Coordinator, Student Disability Services. Reports to the Assistant Director of Student Disability Services or their designee. The position oversees administrative support and logistics for SDS staff, serves as the initial point of contact for SDS inquiries, and supports the Accommodation Specialist and Testing Coordinator workflows. This is an in-person, non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. Responsibilities
Provide prompt, thoughtful, and detailed customer service by answering phone calls, assisting drop-in clientele, answering general questions, and routing questions to the appropriate person or department. Oversee clerical and administrative functions, including organizing and maintaining files, providing office hours, recording meetings, scheduling appointments, and booking reservations for SDS-related functions. Build, maintain, and provide reports from Accommodate, the electronic database. Support the testing center, including assisting faculty and fulfilling testing center responsibilities. Handle large volumes of detailed and confidential information with accuracy and timeliness. Explain University and SDS policies and procedures to students, student support persons, and prospective students. Qualifications
Associate1s degree in business administration or communications, or a combination of equivalent experience/education in a related field. Experience in college admissions, marketing management, office management, student affairs, or related field. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and OneDrive. Strong organizational and customer service skills. Ability to listen to concerned parents and students; effective English communication (speaking, listening, writing). Ability to work independently and as part of a team; professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to de-escalate and maintain emotional regulation. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor1;s degree or associate1;s degree in business management or communications or equivalent experience/education. 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. Knowledge of Accommodate and student database systems. Supervision experience; familiarity with disability law and experience with individuals with disabilities. Higher education or education work experience. Work Schedule
Part-Time; work schedule to be determined with the supervisor. This is a fully in-person position. Application Process & Deadline
Application deadline: 4:00 p.m. (MST) November 17, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only online applications will be accepted. Compensation & Benefits
Hourly range: $20.00$25.00. The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The compensation offered will be determined based on qualifications, budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and market information. The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. Learn more about the University of Denver. Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Equal Opportunity
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, or veteran status, and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Application Link
To apply, visit https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498410 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Administrative Coordinator, Student Disability Services. Reports to the Assistant Director of Student Disability Services or their designee. The position oversees administrative support and logistics for SDS staff, serves as the initial point of contact for SDS inquiries, and supports the Accommodation Specialist and Testing Coordinator workflows. This is an in-person, non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. Responsibilities
Provide prompt, thoughtful, and detailed customer service by answering phone calls, assisting drop-in clientele, answering general questions, and routing questions to the appropriate person or department. Oversee clerical and administrative functions, including organizing and maintaining files, providing office hours, recording meetings, scheduling appointments, and booking reservations for SDS-related functions. Build, maintain, and provide reports from Accommodate, the electronic database. Support the testing center, including assisting faculty and fulfilling testing center responsibilities. Handle large volumes of detailed and confidential information with accuracy and timeliness. Explain University and SDS policies and procedures to students, student support persons, and prospective students. Qualifications
Associate1s degree in business administration or communications, or a combination of equivalent experience/education in a related field. Experience in college admissions, marketing management, office management, student affairs, or related field. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and OneDrive. Strong organizational and customer service skills. Ability to listen to concerned parents and students; effective English communication (speaking, listening, writing). Ability to work independently and as part of a team; professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to de-escalate and maintain emotional regulation. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor1;s degree or associate1;s degree in business management or communications or equivalent experience/education. 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. Knowledge of Accommodate and student database systems. Supervision experience; familiarity with disability law and experience with individuals with disabilities. Higher education or education work experience. Work Schedule
Part-Time; work schedule to be determined with the supervisor. This is a fully in-person position. Application Process & Deadline
Application deadline: 4:00 p.m. (MST) November 17, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only online applications will be accepted. Compensation & Benefits
Hourly range: $20.00$25.00. The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The compensation offered will be determined based on qualifications, budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and market information. The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. Learn more about the University of Denver. Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter Equal Opportunity
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, or veteran status, and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Application Link
To apply, visit https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498410 #J-18808-Ljbffr