What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accessibility Services Advisor position at Liberty University?
The Accessibility Services Advisor reports to the Accessibility Services Coordinator. The principal functions / contributions are : arranging non-academic accommodations for residential and online students with disabilities; monitoring the Osborne Learning Center Lab; and supporting accessibility initiatives for the university.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Brings students with disabilities on file (initial contact email / phone call; verifying disability documentation). (20%)
- Meets with students and parents to discuss accommodations. (25%)
- Sends Non-academic Accommodation Request Notice emails to Residence Life Housing and the Dining Accommodation Committee AND manage correspondence between ODAS, Housing / Dining, and students until accommodation determination is made (40%)
- Monitors submissions of forms. (5%)
- Executes other tasks as requested by the Accessibility Services Coordinator and ODAS leadership (10%)
- Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks.
- Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering the LU and ODAS missions
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience
Minimum qualifications : Four year degree in education / psychology or some other disability related field. Two (2) years' experience working in a human service or disability-related academic or clinical setting. Computer experience in Microsoft Office; ability to multi-task; interact with others positively; ability to work well under pressure / stress; good communication skills; previous office experience.
Preferred qualifications : Master's degree in education / counseling or some other disability related field.
ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
Problem Solving
Physical and Sensory Abilities
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate.
Driving Requirements
Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.
Target Hire Date
2025-02-21
Time Type
Full time
Location
Lynchburg - In Office
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.
