Learning Resource Specialist

Human Resources Office

Learning Resource Specialist

$44,041.61 without a Master’s degree; $49,400.06 with a Master’s degree

Clinton Community College is an integral part of its North Country region, providing open-
access higher education to students for nearly six decades. A member of the comprehensive
State University of New York system, the College fosters a workplace based on a strong climate
of mutual respect and inclusiveness, recognizing that learning experiences will be broader,
richer, and more meaningful for all members of our community. Located in the Adirondack
Coast of New York, the College location in Plattsburgh is a wonderful place to live and work.

The Learning Resource Specialist reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. As the
official Accommodations Officer, the Specialist is responsible for initiating, planning, directing,
implementing and evaluating the accommodations program for all students (credit and non-
credit) with special needs, as well as participating in the academic placement and advisement
process. The Specialist will work in close collaboration with the Tutoring Center and the
Counseling and Advisement Office at the College.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate student documentation to determine eligibility for accommodations.
2. Collaborate with students to determine reasonable accommodations, academic

adjustments and/or auxiliary aids and services.
3. Collaborate with campus administrators, faculty, and staff to ensure equal access for all

educational programs, services, facilities and activities.
4. Educate faculty/personnel regarding disability characteristics. Recommend

strategies/techniques to assist students with disabilities.
5. Screen and refer students for educational diagnostic testing.
6. Monitor and maintain records regarding student performance and retention.
7. Develop and maintain professional liaisons with area high schools, colleges and support

agencies.
8. Provide supervision to support staff.
9. Assist with academic placement, advisement, orientation, and registration.
10. Serve as a member of the CARE team to assist students.
11. Other duties as assigned.

136 Clinton Point Drive, Plattsburgh, New York 12901 (518) 562-4200 www.clinton.edu

Human Resources Office

Minimum Qualifications:

A degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, Disability Studies, or related field;
master’s degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong background in screening students with special needs is required
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality is required
• College teaching experience desired
  

To apply:

The search will remain open until it is filled. Please a send a letter of application, resume, and
an application

Please email your application materials to:

hr.recruiting@clinton.edu
Clinton Community College

136 Clinton Point Drive,
Plattsburgh, New York, 12901

Clinton Community College, a member of the State University of New York System, is an Equal
Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and complies with ADA requirements. Consistent with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants needing reasonable accommodations during the employment
process should advise HR as necessary

136 Clinton Point Drive, Plattsburgh, New York 12901 (518) 562-4200 www.clinton.edu