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Accessibility Coordinator

Posting #: 4381

Department Description:
In the Catholic tradition, the Student Affairs Division strives to create an inclusive, educational environment which motivates and supports student learning and personal development, serves the University community, and inspires students to make a positive contribution to society. Our philosophy and approach is to collaboratively work with Academic Affairs and all areas of the University to create an integrated learning environment.

The Student Affairs Division is a dynamic, student centered and learning organization. We are poised to create a vibrant and active co-curricular learning experience for all students. Our emphasis on leadership development and social change allows us to work on developing future ethical leaders to serve in a complex, global and changing world. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and continuously building toward a just, welcoming and caring community for all.


University Description:
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged Roman Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanitys urgent challenges.


Detailed Description:
Oversees the ADA required academic accommodation services related to note-taking and assistive technology provided to students registered with the Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center (DLDRC). Maintains a caseload of students with disabilities in need of individualized support services with particular emphasis on students identifying with learning differences/disabilities. Provides individualized technology coaching and support to students who utilize assistive technologies. Actively seeks to align DLDRC policies and procedures associated assistive technology with best practices and ADA guidelines. Provides appropriate consultation regarding the assistive technology needs of students with disabilities to university stakeholders including students, parents, faculty, and administrators.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees the implementation of ADA mandated academic accommodations.

• Manages the ADA required note taking service for students with disabilities. Consults with faculty regarding implementation of note taking service for students with disabilities.
• Manages the adaptive technology services for students with disabilities.
• Manages electronic database of student accommodation requests and utilization.
• Liaisons with Information Technology Services to ensure up to date technology/software capabilities to provide needed accommodations.
• Assists with review of documentation to determine reasonable academic accommodations, particularly related to students with learning differences/disabilities.

Provides consultation, support and training for students with disabilities.

• Provides assistive technology coaching for students registered with the DLDRC.
• Provides consultation to faculty, staff and parents regarding assistive technologies.
• Maintains confidential electronic record of student services.
• Serves as a liaison between students and faculty to ensure access to accommodations.
• Assists students who experience challenges with navigating departmental and/or university-wide processes and/or guidelines.
• Maintains regular caseload of students to provide disability management counseling with particular emphasis on students benefiting from academic (reading/writing/math strategies) and/or assistive technology support.

Provides administrative support to the department as needed.

• Assists in monitoring the overall campus accessibility(both programmatic and physical) and will be assigned management of specific projects/programs related to campus accessibility.
• Monitors best practices in higher education accessibility and universal design to promote best practices within DLDRC and on USD campus.
• Assists with acute interventions and decision making in consultation with Director and serves as the Director's designee when needed.

Service to the larger USD Community

• Provides training and education to faculty, academic programs (tutoring centers, etc.) regarding best practices for supporting/instructing students with disabilities
• Serves on Wellness Area, Student Affairs Division and/or University committees as assigned.
• Contribute to or lead additional division/campus projects outside of typical duties to help further accomplish student or organizational goals. Additional assignments may be seasonal, ad hoc or ongoing, depending on the project.
• Develops and maintain relationships across multiple campus departments (Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, University Operations, etc.) to support access and accommodations.

Special Conditions of Employment:

The University of San Diego is requiring all employees to follow our Covid-19 vaccine requirement process. https://www.sandiego.edu/onward/

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.


Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Counseling or related field with an emphasis in assistive technology.
• Five years of experience working with students in the field of disability management
• Expertise in working with students with educational or assistive technologies needs
• Knowledge of American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 as they pertain to a post-secondary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively with faculty, administrators, students and their families.
• Familiarity with Catholic higher education and willingness to support the Catholic mission and vision of the University.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with students in a college/university setting
• Experience and comfort in working with and providing support to students who self identify with psychiatric disabilities

Performance Expectations: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Oversees the ADA required academic accommodation services related to note-taking and assistive technology provided to students registered with the Disability and Learning Difference Resource Center (DLDRC).
• Maintains a caseload of students with disabilities in need of individualized support services with particular emphasis on students identifying with learning differences/disabilities.
• Provides individualized technology coaching and support to students who utilize assistive technologies.
• Actively seeks to align DLDRC policies and procedures associated assistive technology with best practices and ADA guidelines.
• Provides appropriate consultation regarding the assistive technology needs of students with disabilities to university stakeholders including students, parents, faculty, and administrators.

Posting Salary:
$5,373.33 - $6,747 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.


Special Application Instructions:
Resume Required, Cover Letter Preferred Click 'Apply Now' to complete our online application and, for full consideration, please upload a resume to your application profile for the hiring managers review. You are also strongly recommended to upload a cover letter to your application profile for the hiring managers review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at 619-260-6806, or email us at jobs@sandiego.edu

Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.


Advertised: January 27, 2023
Applications close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/496155/accessibility-coordinator





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