What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist - Disability Services position at Disability Services - Team Georgia Careers?
Employment Terms: This job is a full time, benefited FLSA Non-Exempt position in the Student Affairs Division that reports to the Coordinator – Support Services. This position will report to the Alpharetta North-Fulton Campus
Salary: $44,370/yr
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8-5pm and F 8-4pm
Minimum Qualifications (Job Code 11127): High school diploma or equivalent *and* one (1) year of work -related experience OR Microsoft Office Application Professional Certificate *and* one (1) year related experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s Degree or higher in counseling, education, psychology, or student services and two (2) years’ experience providing services to students with disabilities.
One to two years of postsecondary education experience. Proven interpersonal skills are a must for working effectively with faculty, colleagues, and students. Experience working with diverse student populations, exceptional customer service, good organizational skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products are also required.
Successful candidates should possess the following:
· A firm understanding of civil rights laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as they apply to the postsecondary level.
· Effective skills in working one-on-one with students with disabilities and collaborating with staff and faculty.
· Experience in coordinating and arranging accommodations for students, including classroom modifications, testing materials, and alternative formats as necessary.
· The ability to evaluate documentation of disability information submitted by students to ensure it meets the guidelines established by TCSG.
· Initiative to take responsibility without direct supervision.
· A talent for managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines successfully.
· The ability to adapt to changing assignments and shifting priorities.
· Skills to accurately document and maintain student records.
· A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and working effectively as a team member.
Certain positions are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Refusal to take the test or a positive result will lead to separation and a two year ineligibility period for state employment. Additionally, for any employment offer that includes a required drug test, the test must be completed within 48 hours. Failure to comply will result in the offer being rescinded and a two year ineligibility period for state employment
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Duties/Responsibilities |
Percentage of Time |
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Coordinates services for students with disabilities to ensure that they are identified properly and receive necessary and reasonable accommodations, and/or auxiliary aids to complete school successfully |
25% |
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Evaluates documentation of disability information submitted by students with disabilities to assess whether it meets the required guidelines set by the College |
20% |
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Assists students with disabilities in interpreting diagnostic tests and vocational assessments in relation to their career objectives and courses of study |
10% |
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Serves as a resource for faculty and staff regarding the need for reasonable accommodations by students with disabilities |
10% |
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Abides by department policies and procedures regarding the implementation of accommodations at all times |
5%% |
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Understands and adheres to confidentiality and federal mandates concerning records and releasing information |
5% |
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Proctors exams and cover Assistive Technology Lab when needed |
10% |
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Maintains working knowledge of assistive technology and the various accommodations available on the post-secondary level |
5% |
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Participates in campus wide and system wide training and events |
2% |
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• Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. o Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work o Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events o Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures o Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately o Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately |
3% |
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Other duties as assigned |
5% |
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Physical Demands: |
Frequency (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly |
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Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources. |
N |
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Requires having a P-Card. |
N |
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Driving is a responsibility of this position. |
O |
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This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. |
O |
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This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications). |
C |
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This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation. |
O |
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This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. |
O |
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This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. |
O |
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This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. |
O |
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This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation. |
O |
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Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. |
N |
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Noisy environments. |
N |
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Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. |
N |
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Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. |
N |
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Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation. |
N |
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Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. |
N |
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Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. |
C |
The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans , student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.
The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Richardson (LRichardson@GwinnettTech.edu), Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 100, Room 323B, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 678-226-6691.
Salary : $44,370