Access Coordinator

High School Diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

The successful candidate must be able to:

The Accessibility Coordinator manages academic accommodations & assists with assistive technology service operations for the Office of Student Accessibility Services ( SAS). This position serves as a key administrator in ensuring all SAS Scholars have the necessary accommodations and tools to ensure their academic success. The Accessibility Coordinator also works in collaboration with the SAS Administrative staff to accomplish the unit's goals and objectives. The Accessibility Coordinator will also work alongside the SAS Director and SAS Team as a consultant, serving University Faculty and Staff to ensure compliance with federal mandates, Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA), Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Provide professional-level support and services to students with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

-Meet with SAS Scholars to assist with the development of their academic, personal, and professional skills, and keep accurate records of documentation in the Eagle Accommodate System.

-Provide referrals to campus and community resources as appropriate.

-Manage processes and procedures for accommodations & assistive technology services.

-Working with the SAS Leadership Team to determine necessary accommodations based on disability-related documentation. Consult with health care providers as needed.

-Advise faculty on reasonable accommodations for classroom accessibility

-Maintain student records and confidentiality.

-Develop assessment and evaluation tools to ensure goals and objectives are met for accommodations and assistive technology services.

-Aid in the coordination of the Annual SAS/ TRiO Conference and other SAS events/activities for the campus community.

-Aid in hiring, supervising, training, and evaluating SAS undergraduate student assistants and volunteers in collaboration with the SAS Director.

-Represent the SAS Department on University Committees and Programming Initiatives as needed.

-Attend State & Regional Conferences and Trainings for Accessibility Professionals as requested or approved by the SAS Director.

Serve as the primary point-of-contact for students who are blind or have low-vision.

-Other duties as assigned by the SAS Leadership Team.

Located within the NCCU Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Student Accessibility Services ( SAS) serves students with documented disabilities and medical conditions. Students consult the SAS office to receive support and services regarding access to the academic environment, assistance with access to housing accommodation, accessibility to all campus facilities, campus-sponsored events and programs, and to participate in activities and enrichment services designed to ensure their timely graduation.

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

This is a temporary position funded until June 30th, 2026.
A Cover Letter is required.