Access Specialist/Outreach Coordinator - Disability Resource Center Job at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
Job No: 525788
Work Type: Staff
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Education Support Professionals, Remote in-state eligible (long distance work arrangement outside business location)
Job Summary
Under the general supervision the Access Specialist works with a moderate degree of independence, to provide general and specific academic advising and related services to assist students supported by the Disability Resource Center (DRC) in making successful progress toward their degree objectives. The Access Specialist works with a high degree of self-direction to plan his/her workload, solve problems, and take action in situations where independent judgment and critical thinking skills are necessary to ensure students with verified temporary and permanent disabilities receive appropriate services and accommodations allowing for equal access and opportunity.
This position also assists in events and activities focused on advising, retention, and orientation programs, including SOAR Summer Orientation Program, Week of Welcome (WOW), Open House, residential hall activities and other related activities. This position will assist with the following: presentations to groups, classes and departments on advising and related issues; working with and providing referrals to various campus offices and services, including the Registrar's Office, Health & Counseling Services, Career Services, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and others; and advising undergraduate students who are in the process of applying for graduate school.
Department Summary
The Disability Resource Center implements Federal and State laws through providing support services and academic accommodations to students with disabilities. Services include, but are not limited to: disability management, alternative testing, alternative media, accessible technology, transportation, document conversion, note-taking, information, and referrals. Students served include those with learning, psychological, physical and sensory disabilities.
Key Qualifications
Ability to understand and interpret medical, psychological and psycho-educational assessments to determine functional limitations and appropriate accommodations.
Ability to address student concerns and university issues in a proactive manner with the ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries from students and separate personal and student issues.
Ability to learn, interpret, communicate clearly and apply federal and state laws, CSU guidelines, university policies, and program rules pertaining to the provision of services to students with disabilities and to learn university referral resources.
Working knowledge of federal disability-related laws and policies, (e.g., Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, ADA, and IDEA).
Ability to use learning outcome assessment to evaluate and improve program offerings.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; OR a master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.
Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the required knowledge and abilities may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated Hiring Range: $55,344 - $60,420 Per Year
Classification Range: $51,648 - $73,440 Per Year
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Cal Poly
Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .
Diversity Statement
At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
To Apply: All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/525788/access-specialistoutreach-coordinator-disability-resource-center .
About Us
Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university. Founded in 1901, the 6,000-acre campus is nestled in the foothills of San Luis Obispo, along California's scenic central coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. With a budget of $168.5 million, the university has a student enrollment exceeding 17,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff members. Cal Poly is part of the 23-campus California State University system.
At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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Work Type: Staff
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Education Support Professionals, Remote in-state eligible (long distance work arrangement outside business location)
Job Summary
Under the general supervision the Access Specialist works with a moderate degree of independence, to provide general and specific academic advising and related services to assist students supported by the Disability Resource Center (DRC) in making successful progress toward their degree objectives. The Access Specialist works with a high degree of self-direction to plan his/her workload, solve problems, and take action in situations where independent judgment and critical thinking skills are necessary to ensure students with verified temporary and permanent disabilities receive appropriate services and accommodations allowing for equal access and opportunity.
This position also assists in events and activities focused on advising, retention, and orientation programs, including SOAR Summer Orientation Program, Week of Welcome (WOW), Open House, residential hall activities and other related activities. This position will assist with the following: presentations to groups, classes and departments on advising and related issues; working with and providing referrals to various campus offices and services, including the Registrar's Office, Health & Counseling Services, Career Services, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and others; and advising undergraduate students who are in the process of applying for graduate school.
Department Summary
The Disability Resource Center implements Federal and State laws through providing support services and academic accommodations to students with disabilities. Services include, but are not limited to: disability management, alternative testing, alternative media, accessible technology, transportation, document conversion, note-taking, information, and referrals. Students served include those with learning, psychological, physical and sensory disabilities.
Key Qualifications
Ability to understand and interpret medical, psychological and psycho-educational assessments to determine functional limitations and appropriate accommodations.
Ability to address student concerns and university issues in a proactive manner with the ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries from students and separate personal and student issues.
Ability to learn, interpret, communicate clearly and apply federal and state laws, CSU guidelines, university policies, and program rules pertaining to the provision of services to students with disabilities and to learn university referral resources.
Working knowledge of federal disability-related laws and policies, (e.g., Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, ADA, and IDEA).
Ability to use learning outcome assessment to evaluate and improve program offerings.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; OR a master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.
Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the required knowledge and abilities may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated Hiring Range: $55,344 - $60,420 Per Year
Classification Range: $51,648 - $73,440 Per Year
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Cal Poly
Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu .
Diversity Statement
At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
To Apply: All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/525788/access-specialistoutreach-coordinator-disability-resource-center .
About Us
Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university. Founded in 1901, the 6,000-acre campus is nestled in the foothills of San Luis Obispo, along California's scenic central coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. With a budget of $168.5 million, the university has a student enrollment exceeding 17,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff members. Cal Poly is part of the 23-campus California State University system.
At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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Please Note :
ajayjain.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, ajayjain.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.