Accessibility Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Summary


Working Title
Accessibility Specialist


Role Title
Education Support Spec II


Role Code
29143-SW


FLSA
Nonexempt


Pay Band
03


Position Number
28300198


Agency
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College


Division
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)


Work Location
Henrico - 087


Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $45,000-$50,500.


Emergency/Essential Personnel
No


EEO Category
5-Paraprofessionals


Full Time or Part Time
Full Time


Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No


Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No


Work Schedule


Schedule provided by supervisor.

Sensitive Position
No


Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Accessibility Specialist provides comprehensive support to students with disabilities by providing information, coordinating and implementing appropriate accommodations, and offering academic guidance to promote student success. This position works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to assess individual needs, facilitate access to academic programs and services, and ensure an inclusive and accessible educational environment. The Accessibility Specialist also provides ongoing support and guidance to students regarding available resources, accommodations, and strategies for achieving their academic goals.

Special Assignments


May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of academic requirements, career opportunities, qualifications, and college operations.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal disability laws and statutes.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process and adaptive software and hardware used in providing accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students and provide a high level of customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and execute policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to establish positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Experience utilizing personal computers and a variety of current software programs, including Accommodate.

Additional Considerations

• Degree from an accredited college or university with course work in counseling or a related field.
• Current experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No


Supervises Employees
No


Required Travel


Travel between campuses as needed.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
CLS_4676P


Recruitment Type
General Public - G


Number of Vacancies
1


Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
08/21/2026


Job Close Date
09/04/2026


Open Until Filled

Agency Website




Contact Name

Email
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Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants


In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer


The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement


The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement


VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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