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Posting Details
Job Title
Student Accessibility Coordinator
Department
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Position Number
GP063A
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Summary
The Office of Educational Accessibility is a dynamic office which serves approximately 1500 students with disabilities and employs 6 full time staff members, 2 graduate assistants, and approximately 13 student workers. The Student Support Specialist will uphold the mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the American's with Disabilities Act. The Student Support Specialist will provide direct support to college students with disabilities.
The Student Support Specialist will assist students by developing reasonable accommodations, providing on-going mentoring and support, and advocating on behalf of students with disabilities.
Position Type
Full Time
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in special education, education, higher education, counseling, human services, or related field. A Bachelor's degree in special education, education, higher education, counseling, human services, or related field, with work experience equivalent to a master's degree.
Considerable knowledge of laws pertaining to students with disabilities including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to provide accurate information to students and to buffer and protect the University from liability
Considerable knowledge of the needs of students with a variety of disabilities and the needs of students with disabilities at the secondary level and above.
Considerable knowledge of reasonable accommodations and learning strategies needed for students with disabilities
Considerable knowledge of diagnostic testing procedures and strong ability to analyze diagnostic testing/documentation in order to determine disability and to develop reasonable and appropriate accommodations
Considerable knowledge of assistive technology that can be used to support students with disabilities
Some knowledge of issues regarding transition into the post-secondary setting
Some knowledge of university structure, policies and procedures
Ability to effectively and competently assist students with acquisition of learning strategies, memory techniques, and time management systems that are specific to their individual needs
Excellent discernment/listening/counseling skills
Ability to work independently and in a timely manner
Ability to work effectively in a group
Ability to address multiple tasks and work efficiently with multiple demands
Ability to write effectively
Ability to work well with people
Ability to work with computer software and assistive technology
Ability to interact effectively with faculty to facilitate the implementation of accommodations
Ability to interact with students with clarity and tact
Prior working experience directly supporting students with disabilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
Job Open Date
02/23/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Application Review Date
03/09/2026
Job Close Date
03/06/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
Department Information
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information.
Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner…
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