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Job Description

The primary responsibility of this position is to manage the Accommodations Office to ensure reasonable accommodations for eligible students through implementation of appropriate accommodations and collaboration with faculty/staff/departments to ensure accommodation compliance.

This position ensures equal access to Illinois State University programs, activities, and services for all Illinois State University students with disabilities and/or medical/mental health conditions through design and implementation of reasonable accommodations, support services and technical assistance based upon federal disability laws, Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act.

This position also ensures the confidentiality of all student information and documentation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or equivalent degree.
Knowledge of the processes involved in providing accommodations for students with disabilities or medical/mental health conditions at post-secondary education level.
Working knowledge of other postsecondary programs and services for persons with disabilities or medical/mental health conditions.
Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities or medical/mental health conditions.
Skills in negotiation and problem solving.
Skills in process management and process improvement.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Long-term planning and organization skills.
Computer, internet, and e-mail skills.
Crisis intervention skills.
Desired Qualifications
Three years' experience working with people with disabilities or medical/mental health conditions in a postsecondary setting.
Experience with assistive technology.
Supervisory experience.

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package

Links

ISU Jobs Website

Contact Information

University/Agency	Illinois State University
Department/College	Human Resources
Contact	Kira Shelton
Phone Number	(309) 438-8311
Address
Comments	Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. Do not leave gaps in employment. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, a copy of your DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline: Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.