Disability Services Advisor - Center with Disabilities - Disability Services

Disability Services Advisor - Center for Students with Disabilities

This is a full-time 9 month position with no work in the summer months. The Disability Services Advisor supports the integration of students with disabilities into the UW-Whitewater community through direct student services, meeting accommodation needs, and ensuring equal access to the programs, services and activities of the institution. This position facilitates the provision of reasonable accommodations for university students with learning disabilities, mental health, chronic medical conditions, developmental disabilities (autism), physical and sensory disabilities, and ADHD.

The Disability Services Advisor works directly with students, conducting intakes, reviewing documentation, and facilitating accommodations. This position may also participate in campus-wide training activities for students, faculty, and staff on disability issues, rights and responsibilities under the law, and advocacy regarding reasonable accommodation in a post-secondary environment.

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Compensation:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $40,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Two or more years of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference given to applicants who have worked with a college or young adult population. Master's degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Working knowledge of federal and state laws regarding disability rights.

To Ensure Consideration:
Applications received by November 1st, 2026, are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.