University of Kentucky
Position Details
Job Title: Disability Program Specialist I
Requisition Number: RE52704
Department: 1B330: Disability Resource Center
Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 44
Salary: $43,805-70,075/year
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: MA
Required Related Experience: 3 yrs
Job Summary The Office for Student Success at the University of Kentucky is accepting applications for a Disability Program Specialist I within the Disability Resource Center. Under the working title of Disability Resource Center Accommodation Consultant, this position will manage a caseload of 300-500 eligible students with various disabilities to evaluate student medical, psychological and education reports and determine appropriate academic and non‑academic accommodations for eligible students with disabilities; apply knowledge of federal disability law to ensure equal access for students; address accessibility issues on campus that might provide barriers to students and members of the university community; and work with students and UK Housing to develop strategies for living at the university. The position also serves in a consultative nature by assisting faculty with the provision of accommodation, developing alternative methods of equitable instruction, mediating issues between students and faculty regarding disability‑related accommodations, and meeting with faculty, other university staff, and stakeholders to educate on disability awareness issues and disability rights under federal law.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of Assistive Technology and software, Psychological Assessments, Medical Assessments, DSM V Diagnoses and ICD‑10.
Preferred Education / Experience
Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Family Studies, Higher Education, Assistive Technology, Special Education, School or Clinical Psychology.
Deadline to Apply 01/04/2026
Our University Community We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Job Title: Disability Program Specialist I
Requisition Number: RE52704
Department: 1B330: Disability Resource Center
Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 44
Salary: $43,805-70,075/year
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: MA
Required Related Experience: 3 yrs
Job Summary The Office for Student Success at the University of Kentucky is accepting applications for a Disability Program Specialist I within the Disability Resource Center. Under the working title of Disability Resource Center Accommodation Consultant, this position will manage a caseload of 300-500 eligible students with various disabilities to evaluate student medical, psychological and education reports and determine appropriate academic and non‑academic accommodations for eligible students with disabilities; apply knowledge of federal disability law to ensure equal access for students; address accessibility issues on campus that might provide barriers to students and members of the university community; and work with students and UK Housing to develop strategies for living at the university. The position also serves in a consultative nature by assisting faculty with the provision of accommodation, developing alternative methods of equitable instruction, mediating issues between students and faculty regarding disability‑related accommodations, and meeting with faculty, other university staff, and stakeholders to educate on disability awareness issues and disability rights under federal law.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of Assistive Technology and software, Psychological Assessments, Medical Assessments, DSM V Diagnoses and ICD‑10.
Preferred Education / Experience
Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Family Studies, Higher Education, Assistive Technology, Special Education, School or Clinical Psychology.
Deadline to Apply 01/04/2026
Our University Community We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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