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Accessibility Specialist – Excel Campus Activities
Position Information
Position Number: S06500P
Title: Accessibility Specialist
Department: Students with Disabilities
Location: Arlington
Position Status: Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Occasional evening and weekend work; attend conferences, meetings, trainings, and workshops on and off campus.
Salary:
commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience, pay basis monthly.
Job Summary:
The Accessibility Specialist provides assessment, eligibility determination, and provision for academic accommodations, and other support services as needed for students with disabilities at the University of Texas at Arlington. All activities promote ensuring equal access for students and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in academic programs at the university. The role maintains a case load of students with a variety of disabilities who are registered with the Student Access & Resource Center (SAR Center) and interacts with others on campus as needed to facilitate equal access for students and provide resources for faculty and staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analyze information from appointments, educational/medical records, psychological assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to understand student’s abilities, needs, and eligibility for disability services.
Participate in SAR Center Documentation Review Committee to assess student’s eligibility for services.
Maintain case load of students registered with SAR Center; meet with students to facilitate equal access to classes and programs; discuss options and goals to develop educational accommodations; maintain contact with students during academic semester to resolve disability issues and evaluate accommodation adequacy; monitor and record student’s progress in AIM system to ensure students’ educational accommodations are met.
Maintain an interactive process with instructors, staff, and others to develop/implement students’ accommodation plan, acting as liaison between students, faculty, and staff.
Provide information and referral to university departments and external contacts requesting accommodation information and services.
Participate in Student Access and Resource Center (SAR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field of vocational rehabilitation, counseling, psychology, social work, or special education.
Three (3) years experience working in a disability related academic or clinical setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in related field of vocational rehabilitation, counseling, psychology, social work, or special education.
Three (3) years case management experience working with students with disabilities in a disability office on a higher education campus.
Experience and/or knowledge working with individuals who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA, 2008) and how it applies to the higher education arena, The Rehabilitation Act (504), and applicable differences between K‑12 and Higher Education services; proficiency in various modes of counseling, interpretation of psycho‑educational evaluations, and ability to assess and identify academic accommodation needs.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Other Requirements: Workplace and Eligibility Conditions: Benefits at UTA – comprehensive benefits package to all employees. For more information, see https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits and https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php.
CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA‑48. By assuming this position, and
if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally‑protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817‑272‑5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Required Documents for Application
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Events Services
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Position Information
Position Number: S06500P
Title: Accessibility Specialist
Department: Students with Disabilities
Location: Arlington
Position Status: Full-time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Occasional evening and weekend work; attend conferences, meetings, trainings, and workshops on and off campus.
Salary:
commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience, pay basis monthly.
Job Summary:
The Accessibility Specialist provides assessment, eligibility determination, and provision for academic accommodations, and other support services as needed for students with disabilities at the University of Texas at Arlington. All activities promote ensuring equal access for students and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in academic programs at the university. The role maintains a case load of students with a variety of disabilities who are registered with the Student Access & Resource Center (SAR Center) and interacts with others on campus as needed to facilitate equal access for students and provide resources for faculty and staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analyze information from appointments, educational/medical records, psychological assessments, and diagnostic evaluations to understand student’s abilities, needs, and eligibility for disability services.
Participate in SAR Center Documentation Review Committee to assess student’s eligibility for services.
Maintain case load of students registered with SAR Center; meet with students to facilitate equal access to classes and programs; discuss options and goals to develop educational accommodations; maintain contact with students during academic semester to resolve disability issues and evaluate accommodation adequacy; monitor and record student’s progress in AIM system to ensure students’ educational accommodations are met.
Maintain an interactive process with instructors, staff, and others to develop/implement students’ accommodation plan, acting as liaison between students, faculty, and staff.
Provide information and referral to university departments and external contacts requesting accommodation information and services.
Participate in Student Access and Resource Center (SAR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field of vocational rehabilitation, counseling, psychology, social work, or special education.
Three (3) years experience working in a disability related academic or clinical setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in related field of vocational rehabilitation, counseling, psychology, social work, or special education.
Three (3) years case management experience working with students with disabilities in a disability office on a higher education campus.
Experience and/or knowledge working with individuals who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA, 2008) and how it applies to the higher education arena, The Rehabilitation Act (504), and applicable differences between K‑12 and Higher Education services; proficiency in various modes of counseling, interpretation of psycho‑educational evaluations, and ability to assess and identify academic accommodation needs.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Other Requirements: Workplace and Eligibility Conditions: Benefits at UTA – comprehensive benefits package to all employees. For more information, see https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits and https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php.
CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA‑48. By assuming this position, and
if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.
EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally‑protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817‑272‑5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Required Documents for Application
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Events Services
#J-18808-Ljbffr