Disability Support Specialist​/Office Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by:
October 8, 2026 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date:
October 26, 2026 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group:
Support Staff Division/Department:
Academic and Student Affairs/Disability Resources/UCAM Compensation Range (commensurate with experience) SR 17, Steps 1-3, $19.36-$20.98 hour / $3,355-$3,636 monthly FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Appointment Basis: 10-month (July and August off) Time Type:
Full-time Benefits Eligible:
Yes Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration:
Renewable This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License:
No This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check:
Yes Lead Work/

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No Work Location Type:
On-campus

Work Hours:

M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice. Worker Status:
Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

The Disability Resources office collaborates with the university community to increase awareness, remove barriers, and promote an inclusive environment for students with disabilities. The Disability Support Specialist will provide administrative support for all aspects of exam and classroom support, including exam accommodation services, coordination of lecture note‑taking services, collaboration with Facilities Maintenance and Planning to place accessible classroom furniture for individual students, and assist with representing the department during registration and orientation and preview days.

The position draws on a skill set that comprises database operations, nuanced interpersonal communication, policy implementation, student development, and ability to provide effective consumer service and support in a fast‑paced environment with occasional high stress. This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA 's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non‑campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

Two years of general clerical experience.

One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents; OR An Associate's degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology; OR Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology and one year of general clerical experience. College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Bachelor's degree in human service, social sciences, communication, education, or related field. Experience with student services in a post‑secondary setting. Experience in the provision of testing accommodations and its associated technology. Knowledge of the applicable policies and procedures governing areas related to the responsibilities of the job. Demonstrated experience with disability accommodation administration databases, such as Accessible Information Management.

(50%) Duties Include Administration of accommodated exams for Southern Oregon University at the Ashland campus, and for distance education students. Uses independent judgment and action in explaining testing procedures to students and faculty, serving as liaison between them as needed, and organizing and scheduling testing times and dates. Serves as proctor for exams and maintains…