Accessibility Coordinator

Job Description

The Accessibility Coordinator plays an important role in ensuring that eligible students receive appropriate accommodations and supportive services in compliance with federal regulations. Reporting directly to the Director of Student Development and Learning Access, this position is central to the day-to-day operations of the Accessibility office - managing student cases, facilitating the accommodations process, and serving as a knowledgeable and welcoming point of contact for students, faculty, and families.

This role works at the intersection of student support, regulatory compliance, and campus collaboration. The Accessibility Coordinator conducts documentation reviews, develops accommodation letters, coordinates testing logistics, and helps manage office communications - all while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality and care for the students served.

The ideal candidate brings experience working with individuals with disabilities, strong organizational and communication skills, and a genuine commitment to creating an inclusive campus environment. They are detail-oriented, able to manage multiple responsibilities independently, and skilled at conveying complex information with clarity and sensitivity.

Key Responsibilities

Student Accommodations & Case Management

• Manage a portion of student cases under the guidance of the Accessibility team
• Conduct documentation review for student accommodation requests
• Present ideas regarding reasonable accommodations to the Accessibility team and determine appropriate student accommodations based on an understanding of professional evaluations and federal laws
• Create letters based on templates and agreed-upon accommodations, and send accommodation letters to students, faculty, and necessary parties

Communication & Correspondence

• Assist the Accessibility team with communications including emails to students and faculty/staff regarding accommodations, welcome emails to new students, and welcome back letters to returning students
• Monitor and manage office email addresses (View email address on click.appcast.io and View email address on click.appcast.io)
• Respond to questions from College stakeholders about accommodations; direct concerns, complaints, or disagreements to the Director of Student Development and Learning Access
• Answer phones and respond to questions about the accommodation process from students and supporters

Testing & Administrative Operations

• Serve as back up support for testing center operations such as scheduling and managing testing rooms for students using testing accommodations
• Complete data entry for existing students and their accommodations

Outreach, Training & Accessibility

• Meet with students and supporters to discuss possible accommodations at events such as Admitted Students Days, Open House events, Orientation and ad hoc requests
• Facilitate educational training to faculty, staff, and/or students, as directed by the Director of Student Development and Learning Access
• Create accessible versions of printed materials and assist the 504 Coordinator with accessibility audits and updates to office promotional materials, resource guides, and related resources

Requirements

• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities
• Strong written, verbal, and electronic communication skills, with sensitivity to issues of diversity
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant computer systems

Working Arrangements

• Full-time (37.5 hours/week), on-campus position at our main campus in Burlington, VT
• Standard business hours, Monday-Friday
• Comfortable office environment with regular computer use

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: $48,000 - $50,000
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
  • Paid Time Off: 16 holidays, 4 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks sick time and 2 days of personal leave
  • Retirement: 403(b) plan with 3% employer matching contribution
  • Education: Tuition benefits for employees and family members
  • Wellness: Gym discount and Wellness programs with up to $300 annual incentives
  • Welfare: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus life insurance
  • Other Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling services, access to employee discounts and local/national benefit programs

Application Instructions:

To apply, please follow the link below and submit the following application materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter addressing the desired qualifications and how your experiences contribute to the academic excellence and inclusive community at Champlain College.

The College seeks candidates who can enhance its mission through their work, life experiences, service, teaching, or research. Please include specific examples of how you would contribute to these efforts in your Cover Letter.

To streamline our hiring process and ensure fairness for all candidates, we manage all recruitment communications through our online application system. Please do not call regarding your application status. We'll reach out directly if we'd like to schedule an interview.

The successful completion of a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Champlain College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, religion, age, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, veteran or military service status, HIV -positive status, qualified disability, or on the basis of any other status protected by law, and does not discriminate in the administration of its education and admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices or co-curricular and other College-administered programs. Champlain College will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified students, applicants for admission or employment, or employees.

Champlain College is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming community. We believe that bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enriches education and strengthens our community. At Champlain, all members are valued as individuals and respected for their unique contributions.

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About Us

Founded in 1878, Champlain College is a small, private, not-for-profit college in Burlington, Vermont overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondack mountains. Its career-driven approach to higher education prepares students for professional life from their very first semester. For the fifth year in a row, Champlain was named a "Most Innovative School" in the North by U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges" 2020 regional rankings and ranked #9 on The Princeton Review's "2025 Top Schools for Game Design."