Student Affairs & Inclusive Excellence (SAIE) is the central student affairs division of the University of Denver.
SAIE supports students in their holistic development through advocacy, collaboration, and education, and we strive to be full partners in students’ learning experience. SAIE values student centricity; diversity, equity, and inclusion; collaboration; adaptability; and accountability. The Division’s strategic priorities are:
- Enrich the holistic student experience
- Elevate & Embed diversity, equity & inclusion
- Engage purposeful partnerships
- Enhance staff development, learning & wellbeing
- Enact sustainable practices & operations
SAIE includes Housing and Residential Education; Student Engagement; Fraternity and Sorority Life; Health and Counseling Center; Inclusion & Equity Education; Disability Services Program; The Cultural Center; Access & Transitions; Learning Effectiveness Program; Veterans and Military Resources; Student Outreach and Support; Student Rights & Responsibilities; Budget, Operations, and Division Resources; New Student Programs; Parent & Family Engagement; and Community and Driscoll Commons.
Position Summary
The Accommodation Specialist will review supporting documentation and requests for accommodations from students (i.e., undergraduate, graduate, and distance learners), rendering determinations on appropriate accommodations. They will also orient, support, and provide guidance to students and those in their support system(s) about the disability accommodations process at the University, and the appropriate use of accommodations. In addition, the specialist will assist students in the accommodations process associated with field placements, practicums, and other non-paid placement settings. This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, and will report to the Assistant Director of the Disability Services Program (DSP) and will serve as an interactive member of the DSP accommodation review team including assisting with other departments responsibilities and tasks as assigned.
Essential Functions
Accommodation Review and Approval:
- Review and determine eligibility for accommodation from enrolled students, by working directly with students to gather additional information, provide information about the request process, and orient students to processes and procedures for approved accommodations.
- Use a developmental approach to partner with students to understand the accommodations process, accommodations available, how to use the DSP software to notify faculty of their approved accommodation(s), and about other University resources and supports that are available and how to access them in support of their success.
- Attend and collaborate in bi-weekly accommodation review team meetings to achieve a considered review of difficult or complex requests for accommodation and/or work to identify efficiencies and/or solutions to accommodation-related concerns.
- Provide support for a caseload of students with a focus on students enrolled in graduate and professional programs as well as non-traditional and non-residential students.
- Collaborate with academic departments to ensure the provision of appropriate resources for students participating in field placements, intern and externships, coops, online programs, etc.
Education and Training:
- Attend and participate in department, Dean of Students (DOS) area, division, and University-wide professional development opportunities.
- Participate in professional development to gain additional understanding of the Universitys obligations associated with compliance with applicable laws including but not limited to Section 504 and the ADAAA as well as updates and changes in current and emerging solutions for equitable access.
Collaboration, Training, and Outreach:
- Collaborate with campus partners to support access for students with disabilities to university course materials, programs, and services.
- Staff information fairs whether those be in person or virtual for prospective students, incoming and new students whether those transfer, first-year first-time undergraduate or graduate students.
- Coordinate the review, deliberation process, and student notifications for the Housing Release Committee associated with the University Live-On requirement and requests to be released from housing contracts due to disability-related reasons.
- Develop and conduct trainings/workshops/demonstrations for students, staff, and faculty in the areas of accessibility, and Universal Design for Learning.
- Participate in annual DSP Orientation.
- Facilitate workshops for students, faculty, and staff.
- Focus on testing needs and support throughout the quarter and especially during final exams.
Outreach and Support:
- Liaise and facilitate any meetings between the student, faculty, staff, department(s), and/or other stakeholders relating to the implementation or appropriateness of accommodations.
- Proactively and reactively partner with students based on information provided by the Universitys behavioral intervention team, Student Outreach, and Support, Academic Advising, the Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP), DSP leadership, or other members of the University community.
Other Duties as Assigned:
- In consultation with the Director, serve on University, Divisional, and departmental committees as well as other duties assigned to support the mission of the department, division, and University.
- May supervise, evaluate and train interns, student workers, and/or graduate students working in the DSP office. This would include coordinating with any graduate interns’ program and field experience coordinator to learn of and design work assignments that meet program goals and objectives, including direct student contact when appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to review and interpret psychoeducational evaluations and other forms of supporting documentation provided to accompany accommodation requests. This can be demonstrated through coursework, work experience, or a combination of both.
- Demonstrated record of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to teach and provide in-person training, workshops, and present information effectively and respond to questions from individuals (staff, faculty, students, parents, and other professionals). - Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts and analyze relevant data such as percentage ratios and proportions to practical solutions.
- Ability to problem solve hardware and software conflicts.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists while working within strict deadlines and providing timely responses to students, faculty, and other constituents.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team.
- Training in learning theory, assessment, instructional design, and Universal Design for Learning concepts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a relevant degree area such as Psychology, Counseling, School Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Higher Education, Special Education.
- Two (2) years of experience working with persons with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters Degree
- Experience taking a Culturally Responsive Approach to accommodation review and development with students
- Experience with reviewing and evaluating documentation to determine accommodations in higher education or employment setting.
- 1-year professional experience working in higher education
- Experience with student affairs and/or student development
- Experience supporting students with disabilities who are engaging in internships and externships, field placements, practicums, etc.
- Experience interpreting federal laws and regulations governing the provision of services to persons with disabilities including the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Experience with Accommodate software or other disability accommodation tracking software and/or Banner.
Working Environment
1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
1. Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.
Work Schedule
This position requires employees to work onsite 8:00am-4:30pm with some weekends, evenings, and holidays. (Schedules vary by department and position.)
The University of Denver and SAIE recognize the utilization of flexible work arrangements where these arrangements are operationally appropriate, and supervisor approved.
Application Deadline
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) July 31, 2023.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number:
The salary grade for the position is 9.
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $52,000-$58,000
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver .
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age (40 years and over in the employment context), religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veterans status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the university’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended in 2008; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For the university’s complete Non-Discrimination Statement, please see non-discrimination-statement .
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: July 06, 2023
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