Disability Services Advisor

Full Time / Hourly / Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

JOB SUMMARY

The Disability Services Advisor is responsible for administering and implementing all services and support for eligible students with documented disabilities at SNU.  The Disability Services Advisor also serves as a resource to faculty concerning classroom implementation of accommodations and assists the University regarding compliance issues with the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973).

The Disability Services Advisor encourages resilience, accountability, and self-advocacy while connecting students to resources, programs, and a supportive campus community. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

• Conducts an initial interview with prospective students to determine eligibility
• Facilitates the development and implementation of appropriate accommodations with individual students (i.e., note-takers, tutors, assistive technology, alternate texts, etc.)
• Manages and maintains documentation of all disability student files, contacts, and accommodations 
• Provides instructional support to faculty for student accommodations
• Assists the University with current local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990), section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the professional standards developed by AHEAD (Association on Higher Education and Disability)
• Participates in the development and implementation of new services, which may include budget oversight and development of professional and administrative procedures
• Collaborates with other university departments to build and maintain cooperative efforts that focus on increasing success rates of disability students 
• Coordinates all disability services and accommodations for students with documented disability
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive environment for students, faculty, parents, and various visitors
• Responsible for maintaining accurate records of statistical data for reporting, coordination and ADA compliance
• Responsible for the evaluation of all disability program services and needs
• Develops program marketing materials in cooperation with other campus departments
• Interfaces with the Department Chairs, Registrar, and various other campus departments in order to carry out the administrative work of support for students with documented disabilities 
• Oversees the training of new users on assistive technology equipment and software
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by the AVP for Student Success and/or VP for Enrollment and Student Success

General Functions

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to provide quality customer service
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.   
• As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast-paced work environment
• Typing and spelling competency
• Experience with various computer software applications
• Data entry experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant training
• Experience in higher education 

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

N/A

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Benefits

Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays.