Temporary Accessibility Resources Support Specialist

Position Title: Temporary Accessibility Resources Support Specialist # of Positions to Fill: 1 Department/Program: Student ADA Support 51500 Remote Work Authorization: Remote Campus Location: N/A Reports to: Director of Accessibility Resources & ADA/504 Coordinator FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt/Hourly/Temporary Compensation: $24.00-$28.00/hour DOE Application deadline: 11/10 or until filled Job Summary The Accessibility Resources Support Specialist provides temporary, part-time operational and administrative support to the Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR). Working under the direction of the Director of Accessibility Resources & ADA/504 Coordinator, the Specialist supports the delivery of accommodations and accessibility services for students with disabilities and assists with projects designed to strengthen OAR systems, processes, data, and continuity of operations. The position supports day-to-day OAR functions, including Accommodate administration, student records, alternative-format materials, accommodation implementation, reporting, and accessibility projects. The Specialist also assists with documenting OAR procedures and workflows and provides trained backup for essential office functions when the Director is unavailable. The Specialist does not independently make complex accommodation determinations, conduct fundamental-alteration analyses, establish University ADA/504 policy, or perform other functions requiring Director/ADA Coordinator authority. Job Duties OAR Operations and Administrative Support - 50%

• Provide administrative and operational support for OAR student accommodation services.
• Assist with Accommodate administration and maintenance, including periodic review and cleanup of data and configuration to improve data integrity, reporting, and office efficiency.
• Audit student files for completeness, consistency, and appropriate recordkeeping.
• Assist the Director with reviewing existing accommodation language for clarity and consistency.
• Generate reports from Accommodate related to student registrations, accommodation utilization, service trends, and other OAR metrics.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and confidential disability-related student records in accordance with FERPA and University requirements.
• Support the development and documentation of OAR procedures, workflows, and internal resources to strengthen consistency and continuity of operations.
• Assist with semester start-up, accommodation-letter distribution, and other periods of increased OAR activity.
• Provide trained backup for routine OAR functions during periods when the Director is unavailable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Student Accommodation and Accessibility Support - 30%

• Assist with routine components of the student accommodation process under the direction of the Director.
• Support students in navigating OAR procedures, Accommodate, and approved accommodations.
• Coordinate requests for textbooks and other course materials in accessible or alternative formats.
• Assist with obtaining, converting, organizing, and delivering accessible course materials.
• Assist with administrative components of intensive, retreat, and residency accommodation requests, including tracking requests and coordinating approved accommodations with appropriate University partners.
• Communicate with students and faculty regarding routine accommodation implementation questions and refer complex matters to the Director.
• Assist with accessibility-related student inquiries and ensure timely follow-up.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding student disability information. Accessibility, Data, and Special Projects - 20%
• Assist with physical and digital accessibility audits, documentation, tracking, and follow-up.
• Support institutional digital accessibility readiness efforts, including review of electronic documents and content and coordination of remediation needs.
• Collect and organize OAR data to identify trends in student registrations, accommodation requests, alternative-format needs, intensive/retreat accommodations, and service utilization.
• Assist with preparation of reports and materials related to OAR services and accessibility initiatives.
• Support periodic review of OAR forms, resources, website information, and student/faculty communications for accuracy and accessibility.
• Assist with other accessibility and capacity-building projects identified by the Director. What Naropa Requires
• Experience working in disability/accessibility services, student services, higher education, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of disability accommodations and accessibility practices in higher education.
• Experience working with confidential student information and records.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and University partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within established procedures and under the direction of the Director.
• Experience with student information, case-management, or accommodation-management systems; experience with Accommodate preferred.
• Familiarity with accessible/alternative-format materials and accessibility technology preferred.
• Ability to recognize matters requiring escalation to the Director rather than making independent determinations outside the scope of the position.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive and accessible educational environment. Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Previous experience in higher education disability/accessibility services strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and their application in higher education preferred. Position Parameters Temporary, part-time position of approximately 10 hours per week for 3 months. The position reports to the Director of Accessibility Resources & ADA/504 Coordinator. The Director retains responsibility for disability eligibility and complex accommodation determinations, ADA/504 compliance, fundamental-alteration analysis, policy decisions, and other matters requiring institutional ADA/504 authority.