Accessibility Specialist

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia, serving Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students annually and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff who reflect the demographics of our students, and we invest in ongoing professional development to deepen skills and competencies.

About the role

The Accessibility Specialist provides comprehensive support to students with disabilities by coordinating and implementing appropriate accommodations, offering academic guidance, and ensuring an inclusive and accessible educational environment. This position collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to assess individual needs, facilitate access to academic programs and services, and promote student success. The specialist also provides ongoing support regarding available resources, accommodations, and strategies for achieving academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide information, coordinate, and implement accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Assess individual student needs and facilitate access to academic programs and services.
• Offer academic guidance and support to promote student success.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to ensure an inclusive educational environment.
• Advise students on available resources, accommodations, and strategies for academic achievement.
• Interpret and execute policies and procedures related to disability services.
• Communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Work independently and establish positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Utilize personal computers and current software programs, including Accommodate.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of academic requirements, career opportunities, qualifications, and college operations.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal disability laws and statutes.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process and adaptive software/hardware used in providing accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students and provide a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and execute policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience utilizing personal computers and a variety of current software programs.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in counseling or a related field.
• Current experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities.

Pay

Hiring range is $45,000–$50,500.

Schedule

Full-time.