University of Kentucky
Job Title:
Disability Program Specialist I
Requisition Number:
RE52704
Department Name:
1B330:Disability Resource Center
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
44
Salary Range:
$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education:
MA
Required Related Experience:
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; walking to/from meetings/events.
Shift:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.
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 to 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; work with students and UK Housing to develop strategies for living at the university. The position also serves in a consultive nature by assisting faculty with the provision of accommodation and developing alternative methods of equitable instruction; mediate issues between students and faculty regarding the provision of disability related accommodations; and meet with faculty, other university staff and to educate on disability awareness issues and disability rights under federal law.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
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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Disability Program Specialist I
Requisition Number:
RE52704
Department Name:
1B330:Disability Resource Center
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
44
Salary Range:
$43,805-70,075/year
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status :
Full-Time
Required Education:
MA
Required Related Experience:
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:
None.
Physical Requirements:
Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; walking to/from meetings/events.
Shift:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm; and occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.
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 to 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; work with students and UK Housing to develop strategies for living at the university. The position also serves in a consultive nature by assisting faculty with the provision of accommodation and developing alternative methods of equitable instruction; mediate issues between students and faculty regarding the provision of disability related accommodations; and meet with faculty, other university staff and to educate on disability awareness issues and disability rights under federal law.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
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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