Administrative Coordinator for Academic Accommodations (3-Year Limited Term

Administrative Coordinator For Academic Accommodations (3-Year Limited Term)

The Coordinator for Academic Accommodations ("Coordinator") serves in several capacities to support the implementation of academic accommodations in accordance with the expectations and recommendations set forth by the Manager of Academic Accommodations ("Manager"). The Coordinator collaborates with the Manager and staff to facilitate processes in the Momentum Center for Accommodated Testing ("test center"). The Coordinator supports the Accommodations Specialists in their roles of handling note-taking services, scheduling communication access services (ASL interpreting and CART transcription) and miscellaneous tasks related to the administrative infrastructure of the test center.

The Coordinator represents a critical role in ensuring implementation of accommodations to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Momentum Center for Accommodated Testing Support

• Assist in printing and packaging of exams
• Sort and file paperwork associated with administered exams
• Oversee return of exams to instructors, i.e pick up exams from the Weingarten Center, hand deliver exams to professors' offices, scan/secure share exams
• Assist students in handling late test requests
• Review and approve test reservations
• Serve as back-up support in testing situations, especially during high volume times

Note-Taking Services

• Review note-taking requests and handle Messenger Pigeon accounts
• Check for uploaded notes to Accommodate

Accommodate Database

• Participate in maintenance of Accommodate and training sessions offered by Symplicity to maximize the benefits of Accommodate.

Assorted Administrative Tasks

• Oversee email accounts associated with implementation of accommodations, i.e. test email, notes email, etc.
• Oversee Box folder for Accommodation Implementation team
• Handle administrative tasks assigned by the Manager of Academic Accommodations

Professional Development

• Participate in Weingarten Center and Disability Services professional development and departmental meetings.

• High School Grad/GE Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant work experience preferred
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multitask
• Detailed oriented

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

** Please note that this is a three year term position with a target end date of August 2029

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Student Services

Pay Range

$19.32 - $25.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts :
  Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition :
  Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here r dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement:
  Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work:
  Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance:
  In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your…