Job Title: Access & Accommodation Specialist

Department: Accessibility Resources

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,300 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. 

Job Summary

Join Our Team as an Access & Accommodation Specialist. Colorado College is committed to creating an accessible, equitable, and inclusive campus for all. As a key member of our Accessibility Resources team, you will play a vital role in supporting students with disabilities and temporary conditions. This position focuses on case management, coordinating accommodations, and partnering with faculty and staff to ensure full access to campus life. Beyond direct student support, you’ll help lead office operations and drive campus-wide education and programming that promote disability awareness, inclusion, and antiracism.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and support for students with disabilities and/or temporary illnesses/injuries.
• Responsibilities include reviewing documentation, determining eligibility for services, processing accommodation requests, referring students to campus resources, and collaborating with faculty and staff to implement accommodations and ensure equitable access.
• Lead and manage operational and educational initiatives within Accessibility Resources.
• This includes coordinating office operations (e.g., fiscal records, equipment, supplies, accessible formats, captioning/interpreting services), and developing campus-wide education, awareness, and programming on disability and access. Collaborate with campus partners and advise disability-focused student groups to promote inclusion and antiracism.
• Provide student instruction and training on assistive technology and academic success strategies, such as time management, organization, reading, note-taking, and use of tools like text-to-speech applications and SmartPens.
• Maintain current knowledge of Accessibility Resources policies, college procedures, and relevant federal and state laws (e.g., ADA, Section 504, Fair Housing Act).
• Apply best practices in disability services within a higher education setting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 1 year of experience in a related field

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 1/4/2025
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $22.63 to $27.16 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html