Accessibility Specialist

Accessibility Specialist – Student Accessibility Support Champion equity. Empower students. Shape an accessible future. Brandeis University invites applications for an Accessibility Specialist to join our Student Accessibility Support (SAS) team. This role is dedicated to ensuring all students—including those with documented learning, perceptual, sensory, physical, and psychological disabilities—have meaningful access to the full Brandeis experience. What You Will Do Support Students (45%) Meet individually with students to review documentation, determine appropriate accommodations, and provide ongoing support. Guide students through academic and non‑academic accommodations, and connect them with university and community resources. Partner with Community Living, the Health Center, and the Counseling Center to coordinate holistic support. Collaborate & Implement (20%) Work closely with faculty and staff to ensure accommodations are effectively integrated into the classroom and university life. Maintain timely, accurate records in the student case database. Accessibility Services & Technology (25%) Assist with non‑academic accommodations such as exam arrangements, housing, transportation, interpreters, CART services, notetakers, and alt‑text/Braille materials. Recommend and support adaptive and assistive technologies to improve student access. Educate & Advocate (10%) Provide training and consultation to faculty, staff, and student leaders on disability issues, accessibility standards, and compliance requirements. Contribute to building a culture of inclusion and accessibility across campus. What We’re Looking For Education: Master’s degree in social work, education, counseling, higher education administration, or related field. Knowledge: Strong understanding of U.S. and Massachusetts disability laws and compliance standards (ADA, Section 504, WCAG). Experience: 1–3 years working with youth or adults with disabilities (educational setting preferred). Skills: Excellent communication, case management, and collaboration skills; ability to support diverse student needs with professionalism and empathy. Preferred: Training or experience with assistive technology and alt‑format material production, including Braille. Benefits and Compensation Pay Range: $63,300 – $66,500. The position will also be exclusively represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 888 for wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. Benefits details are provided during the hiring process. Equal Opportunity Statement Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law. Accommodations for Applicants Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process are welcome to contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email, View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr