Accommodations Coordinator - University of Maine System

The Accommodations Coordinator serves as a key member of the larger team of disability services professionals in Student Accessibility Services (SAS) who work with students and campus partners to create an inclusive university experience for students with disabilities through the provision of accommodations, access, and support. The ideal candidate will join a vibrant and inclusive educational community and have a desire and ability to work with a diverse population. The position will oversee operational aspects of specific accommodations including test proctoring, distribution of adaptive technology, alternate format texts and aspects of the day-to-day operations of Student Accessibility Services. This person meets with students in urgent need who walk into SAS in search of help and will have a small caseload of students with disabilities whom they meet with to engage in an interactive process to determine eligibility, advise about the process of receiving accommodations, make referrals to other resources and campus partners. The Accommodations Coordinator is responsible for website administration and updates. The Accommodations Coordinator is a highly organized individual who has knowledge of academic counseling, classroom accommodations, and assistive technology. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure compliance with the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the American with Disabilities Amendment Act (2008). This position reports directly to the Director of Student Accessibility Services. Typical hiring range for this position is $46,000 to $53,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.



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About the University:


The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.


The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.


UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here (https://www.visitbangormaine.com/about-the-region/the-region-at-a-glance/) .


Qualifications:

Required:





+ Typically has the education associated with a Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, education or other related field plus three to six years relevant work experience with individual who have a disability.



+ Strong organizational and problem-solving skills including ability to manage multiple expectations with attention to detail and accuracy.



+ Experience working effectively with diverse populations and commitment to working from and toward a place of continued cultural competence.



+ Demonstrated experience effectively utilizing technology including spreadsheets, website development, web forms, and databases.



+ Familiarity with assistive technology and its uses and relationship to specific disabilities or strong interest in developing these skills.



+ Excellent interpersonal skills in a variety of environments and situations.



+ Ability to understand and interpret educational testing, and apply ADA and Section 504 regulations related to the provision of accommodations in a higher education setting.



+ Excellent oral and written communication skills and listening skills.



+ Ability to learn new information quickly and easily and strong analytic skills specific to service delivery methods. Ability to exercise independent judgment.



+ Ability to gather and use data for reporting purposes to support strategic Student Accessibility goals and initiatives.



+ Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Operational understanding of FERPA policies.



+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, administrators, faculty, and members of the community.





Preferred:





+ Master’s degree in higher education, social work, vocational rehabilitation, special education, or equivalent experience in a related field.



+ Knowledge of adaptive technology and software used by individuals with disabilities



+ 3-5 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a higher education setting






Other Information:



To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:



1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position

2.) a resume/curriculum vitae



Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.



Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.


For full consideration, materials must be submitted by October 7, 2024.



For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Sara Henry at shenry@maine.edu or 207-581-2316.


The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.






In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 Boudreau Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).









Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report (https://umaine.edu/police/clery-annual-safety-report/) . If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.