Working Title: Accessibility Specialist (Part - Time)

State Role Title: Education Support Specialist II

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Accessibility and Belonging

Department: 100170 - Office of Disability Services

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 03/22/2025

About JMU:

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

General Information:

The Area of Accessibility and Belonging within the Division of Student Affairs includes the following departments: Office of Disability Services, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Religious Life, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, and JMU VALOR.

Successful candidates will infuse the following divisional and departmental values in their day-to-day practice:

Student Affairs Values
-Focusing on Students
-Leading Courageously
-Transcending Boundaries
-Creating Belonging
-Embracing Innovation and Change
-Honoring and Valuing Our Staff
-Promoting Health and Well-being

Office of Disability Services Values
-Access
-Universal Design
-Ethical Integrity
-Innovation
-Collaboration
-Self-determination
-Student-focus

Duties and Responsibilities:

#1: Strategic case load and direct services

Conduct an individualized assessment and analysis of requests for disability accommodations. Determine eligibility and reasonable accommodations through individualized assessment and analysis of documentation, supporting materials, and evidence, including student circumstances, observations, and self-reports.

Provide direct student services that include, but may not be limited to:

Initial intake consultations

Registration for services

Prompt response to student requests for accommodations

Assist with the identification and development of appropriate academic accommodations, auxiliary aids, and services.

On-going disability-related support

Effective collaboration with appropriate university units to facilitate the coordination and timely provision of accommodations and services for students with disabilities.

Support the Associate Directors with the fundamental alteration process.

Maintain accurate, current, and pertinent records of disability services reviews, decisions, and communications.

#2: Departmental & General Program Support

Maintain current knowledge of and adhere to established policies and procedures of ODS and JMU. Seek consultation as needed.

Support departmental assessment efforts.

Provide system support. Identify and implement system optimizations for improved departmental operations. Support the dismounting of old systems and transitioning to new systems, as needed. Systems include, but are not limited to, databases, software, CRM, and file systems.

Assist with the design and delivery of staff training and development activities.

#3: Campus Collaboration, Consultation and Outreach

Provide professional and timely consultations with students, faculty, staff, parents and other constituent groups

Collaboration with faculty and staff partners leading to accommodation implementation.

Represent ODS at outreach events and provide trainings as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Organizational Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Proven Ability to Adhere to Established Policies and Procedures
• Effective Communication Skills
• Technology Proficiency

Additional Considerations:

• Strong Understanding of Legal Standards
• Experience with Disability Services in High Education
• Experience with Determining and Implementing Disability Accommodations
• Experience with Case Management Responsibilities

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.