Accessibility Specialist

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:
https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at , or DBVI at

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Accessibility Specialist

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 29143-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $47,500 - $50,500

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options?
-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

As determined by the supervisor.

Sensitive Position

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 racially 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 direct student assistance, technical support, and administrative services to support students with disabilities at Reynolds Community College. The position assists students with accessibility resources and accommodation‑related services, maintains the Accommodate system, supports the use of assistive technology, and assists students in obtaining instructional materials in alternative formats.

The position works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to facilitate access to approved accommodations and promote an accessible and supportive learning environment.

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 policies, procedures, student support services, and resources available to assist students with disabilities.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing disability services and accommodations.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process, including adaptive software and hardware used to support students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students regarding accommodation processes and available support services.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service by responding to the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a professional, courteous, timely, and supportive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demon…