Job Description
Position Summary:
This position works to determine the appropriate academic accommodations for new and continuing students with disabilities each semester. As part of the Student Disability Center (SDC) professional staff, the Specialist encompasses the role of liaison, active consultant, and representative of the office to other entities on and off campus, as well as being an effective team member within the team.
The position acts as an advocate for students with disabilities to ensure they are afforded an equal opportunity to benefit from, and participate in, any program sponsored by the university.
Full Consideration Date:
All application materials must be RECEIVED no later than 12:00 a.m. (MT) on Friday, April 3, 2026.
Brief Description of Work Unit:
The Student Disability Center (SDC) is part of the Accessibility Center, which is housed under the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President. SDC is responsible for the assessment, recommendation and provision of academic accommodations for students with disabilities, including those with chronic physical or mental health conditions. In addition, SDC acts as an advocate on behalf of students with disabilities to promote and support inclusive activities and policies in response to federal mandates of non-discrimination. SDC acts as a partner with students, faculty and staff to ensure students with disabilities are afforded an equal opportunity to benefit from, and participate in, all activities and programs sponsored by the university with an emphasis on retention and graduation. For more information, please visit: https://disabilitycenter.colostate.edu/
Essential Job Duties:
Serve as the first point of contact with new students and contact for continuing students for academic accommodation requests.
Gather and assess information provided by new and continuing students regarding their need for academic and housing accommodations at the beginning of every semester and as needed throughout the semester.
Communicate the need for accommodations to appropriate personnel (e.g., faculty or other university staff) in a timely manner.
Determine the need for additional academic, personal, social, and cultural support of students and assist in developing appropriate plans for addressing these issues.
Discuss, advise, support and/or assist the student in problem solving to resolve crises.
Provide appropriate referrals to university resources, including but not limited to Academic Advancement Center, Assistive Technology Resource Center, Student Case Management, Student Financial Services, Health Network, etc.
Maintain and keep current student information in electronic files to document student participation.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the Student Disability Center will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Supervision:
None
Minimum Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required in education, social work, psychology, or other human service-related area and a minimum of one year full-time professional experience working with individuals with disabilities OR a Master's degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience/Skills Required:
Working knowledge regarding the federal non-discriminatory mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act and its amendments.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in special education, student affairs, higher education, counseling, psychology, social work or other human services or disability-related field
An equivalent of one-year experience working with people with disabilities in a higher education environment. (Two years of a graduate assistantship level role is equivalent to one-year full-time experience)
Previous experience determining accommodations for students with disabilities in an educational setting.
Experience working with, and familiar with the unique needs of individuals with specific disabilities (e.g., autism spectrum, head injuries, wounded warriors, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.
Experience in advising, counseling, teaching, and/or supervising individuals from a variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Salary Range
$54,000-$56,000
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.
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