Accessibility Specialist

Special Instructions to Applicants

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx or call DARS at , or DBVI at

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 Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $45,000-$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 telework options?
-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- No

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

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Schedule provided by supervisor.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

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 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 comprehensive support to students with disabilities by providing information, coordinating and implementing appropriate accommodations, and offering academic guidance to promote student success. This position works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to assess individual needs, facilitate access to academic programs and services, and ensure an inclusive and accessible educational environment. The Accessibility Specialist also provides ongoing support and guidance to students regarding available resources, accommodations, and strategies for achieving their academic goals.

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.

• Working knowledge of academic requirements, career opportunities, qualifications, and college operations.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal disability laws and statutes.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process and adaptive software and hardware used in providing accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students and provide a high level of customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and execute policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to establish positive working relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Experience utilizing personal computers and a variety of current software programs, including Accommodate.

• Degree from an accredited college or university with course work in counseling or a related field.
• Current experience working with a variety of…