DEFINITION:

Under the supervision of the Director of Counseling and Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and according to Division and/or College procedures and Board policy, the Coordinator of Student Accessibility Services ensures compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This individual coordinates services for students with disabilities by securing documentation, developing student accommodation plans, maintaining student files, and providing referrals to additional resources such as counseling, tutoring, career services, etc.   The Coordinator Student Accessibility Services works collaboratively with other College staff and faculty by creating and sustaining a culture that promotes student learning and engagement.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receive direction from the Director of Counseling and SAS.

Exercise direct supervision over Interpreters employed by the college/Student Accessibility Services.

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate day to day operations of Student Accessibility Services including but not limited to in-take interviewing, follow-up meetings with students as needed, scheduling test accommodations, and generally being a resource for all students with disabilities.
• Evaluate disability documentation from qualified professionals to determine student specific accommodation plans and consult with faculty, advisors, and administrators on implementation.
• Ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
• Possess knowledge and understanding in the areas of disabilities, disability laws and common academic accommodations.
• Assist with ensuring that College faculty and staff are well-informed about laws governing students with disabilities and the types of academic accommodations students may receive.
• Coordinate students’ academic, career, or personal support needs with the Advising Center, Counseling, Financial Aid, Career Services, or other student services departments.
• Collaborate with Advisors regarding student registration as needed.
• Analyze student academic difficulties and situations to determine the best course of action resulting in coordinating and monitoring the use of academic accommodations.
• Coordinate the provision of interpreting services for various stake holders.
• Coordinate all aspects of interpreter services including evaluating skills, recruiting, hiring, pay range and supervising part-time interpreters.
• Assist with the recruitment and hiring of Academic Aides.
• Schedule and complete contracts for Academic Aids and interpreters and verify time sheets for accuracy.
• Develop, implement, and update as needed the accommodated testing procedures at all CFCC campus locations.
• Assist in planning staff development to meet the needs of interpreting staff, as appropriate.
• Assist with preparing spreadsheet for location of students during emergency situations.
• Assist with preparing spreadsheets for students who have seizure protocol on file in SAS.
• Maintain current inventory of assistive technology devices and locations used on campus.  Perform minor trouble shooting and coordinate repairs as necessary.
• Respect student confidentiality, maintain records, collect data, and prepare reports.
• Assist students with disabilities with activities such as obtaining information about the college and enrollment procedures.
• Assist in coordinating transition services for high school students/recent high school graduates with disabilities.
• Identify, investigate, and/or develop adaptive instructional materials and assistive technology for students with disabilities and train support staff and students in their use.
• Serve as a resource person for disability related issues.
• Collaborate with other areas of the college to address physical, academic, and electronic accessibility issues.

Other Important Functions:

• Facilitate collaboration through discussion and training.
• Effective time management.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and mediate issues between students and faculty.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Assist with conducting trainings for faculty/staff in an effective and efficient manner.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal staff as well as external community partners.
• Assist with review and update the procedural manual.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

            Knowledge of deaf culture and a variety of sign systems.

            Database management

            English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

               Disability categories and needs

               Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

               Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Amendments Act of 2008

               Computer Skills and Assistive Technology

Ability To:

• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Reading and writing
  3. Communicating with others
  4. Operating assigned equipment
  5. Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  1. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  2. Operating assigned equipment
  3. Handling varied tasks simultaneously 
  4. Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  1. Making sound decisions
  2. Responding to questions
  3. Demonstrating intellectual capabilities

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Education/Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field from an accredited institution and at least 3 years of experience working with students with disabilities in higher education

OR

Associates degree in human services related field (this does not include general/transfer Associates degrees) and at least 6 years of experience working with students with disabilities in higher education

• Knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 43-112) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Amendments (P.L. 101-336) and how they are applied in post-secondary settings

Preferred:

• Master’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university in Student Services/Development, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health, Rehabilitation or other appropriate health-related area and at least 3 years’ experience working with students with disabilities in higher education.
• Community college experience preferred

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.

• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.

• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.  

• To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.