Accommodations Coordinator

Position Summary

As a Christian university, Olivet Nazarene University exists to provide an education with a Christian purpose. We value diversity as a means to enrich and deepen the educational experience, both inside and outside the classroom and online. We are committed to recruit and retain mission-aligned faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. We strive to be a more inclusive community as we seek to understand and celebrate our unique experiences and perspectives.

The Accommodations Coordinator for Accessibility and Disability Resources (ADR) serves on the ADR team to provide support and services to students with academic accommodations. The Accommodations Coordinator (AC) is responsible for the daily operations of the Testing Center. This includes coordinating exams, arranging for the alternate format of exams, communicating with faculty and students, as well as oversight of proctors. The AC also provides oversight (hiring, training, and management) of students providing note-taking services to students receiving note-taking accommodations. The AC completes other tasks in coordination with ADR programming, as well as the Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) initiatives for students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
The Accommodations Coordinator for ADR is required to perform a range of duties within the CAE. The primary role is to oversee all aspects of testing and note-taking accommodations. Additional office support may include: scheduling and monitoring appointments, meetings, mail (incoming and outgoing projects), program-specific email accounts, supplies, purchase orders/reimbursements, data entry, maintaining files, developing program reports and communication with student/peer mentors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Testing Center Operations:

• Responsible for the day-to-day proctoring implantation of the ADR Testing Center.
• Proctor exams for students testing in the Test Center.
• Responsible for communication with faculty regarding all testing issues, including pick-up, delivery, formatting, materials that go with the test, specific instructions for test administration, testing procedures, and general test coordination.
• Prepare and organize tests for individual students, ensuring all testing materials are included.
• Facilitate test accommodations, including converting exams from online format to paper format, as needed.

• Recruit qualified note-takers every semester, working with faculty for recruitment when necessary.
• Match note-takers with approved requests.
• Manage all payroll and necessary documentation for note-takers.

• Prepare semester reports.
• Maintain testing and notetaking information in the ADR disability management system, AIM.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• A lifestyle in agreement with the ONU Statement of Mission, Faith, and Lifestyle Covenant.
• People-oriented; friendly, accommodating and supportive.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to learn new skills, and overall support to the department and University mission.
• Computer abilities (skilled or willing to learn); Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Facebook, AIM
• Professional.
• Trustworthy; able to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information

EDUCATION
A high school diploma required along with experience in a college setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Accommodations Coordinator will work closely with the Director of ADR and other coordinators and directors within the CAE, as well as maintain a strong working relationship with faculty in all departments. Office space will be provided close to the ADR Director and in close proximity to associated staff. Privacy will be provided as needed for sensitive conversations related to CAE and ADR matters.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The salary for this position is $17.00 per hour. Additional considerations will be made for relevant experience and educational background.

Only candidates who submit all required documents will be considered: resume, cover letter, statement of faith, application questions. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Regular Part-Time Staff work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year.

• Employer retirement contribution begins on first day of full-time employment and is 100 percent vested at that time.
• Additional auxiliary coverage such as life insurance, disability insurance and AD&D insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement leave and 18 days for the observance of holidays.
• Access to an active campus life with a top-notch fitness center, enriching musical performances, competitive athletic competitions, and introduction to the sciences at our Stickler Planetarium.