Student Accessibility/Disability Services Associate

Student Accessibility/Disability Services Associate About CT State Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high‑quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State. Position Details (Internal Posting – CT State Employees only) Posted: June 9, 2026 Level: Community College Professional 16, 12‑month, tenure track position Employment Type: Standard Hours: Full‑time, 35 hours per week Anticipated Start Date: July 2026 Work Location: CT State Tunxis (271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT 06032) Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm (EST) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Position Summary CT State Community College provides a wide range of educational programs and makes these available to the diverse population of the state. Some students and potential students have disabilities that make their participation in higher education more difficult than for students without these limitations. In order to facilitate and accommodate the full range of students, the College will coordinate classroom accessibility for students with disabilities and arrange reasonable accommodation services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of a Dean, Learning Disabilities Specialist, or other Administrator, the Student Accessibility/Disability Services Associate is accountable for contributing to successful learning experiences for students through effective performance in these essential functional areas: Delivery of accessibility services Academic coaching Test proctoring and workshops Administrative office support Additional responsibilities include: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies Service on assigned committees and task forces Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, or an appropriately related field with one (1) or more years of related experience or a combination of education, training, and experience that would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities Laws and regulations applying to students with special needs Assessment and diagnostic testing methods and instruments Advising students with special needs Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) Preferred Qualifications One (1) to four (4) years of experience working with students with disabilities in higher education or open‑access institutions. Knowledge of disability law, accessibility best practices, and implementation of academic accommodations in a postsecondary setting, including coordination of testing accommodations and exam proctoring. Demonstrated experience providing academic coaching or learning support to college students, including helping students develop skills in organization, time management, self‑advocacy, study strategies, and overcoming academic barriers. Experience collaborating with faculty and academic departments to support student success, including providing in‑class academic coaching, supporting students in learning environments, and consulting on accommodations and inclusive instructional practices. Salary and Benefits Salary range: $65,174 – $69,540 approximate annual Salary is based on qualifications, education, job‑related experience, and internal equity CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous leave policies Multiple retirement plan options Comprehensive health insurance choices Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection Tuition reimbursement (if applicable) Application Instructions To apply, submit a cover letter and a resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume. A cover letter A resume Important Notes: Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Links to external resume sites are not accepted. Apply online at: CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work full‑time in the United States. Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline. The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection. Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon: Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community. Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti‑racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities. Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a‑80(b) or 46a‑81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona‑fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups. For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. CSCC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr CT State Community College