Coordinator, Student Accessibility Services; Updated
Listed on 2026-01-19
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor
Position Summary
Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Coordinator of the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to report to the SAS Associate Director and to ascertain and provide for the special needs of FAU students with disabilities, including medical, psychological, physical, learning, hearing, and visual disabilities. Responsibilities include assessing needs in the academic setting, reviewing disability documentation (DSM‑5 and ICD Codes), counseling students regarding disability‑related issues and academics, and ensuring the provision of approved accommodations.
Responsibilities- Maintain a caseload of students. Review and interpret disability documentation.
- Meet with students and utilize an interactive process to determine and grant academic, housing, and ESA accommodations.
- Work with students to assist with academic concerns, professor/course‑related issues, accountability, and organization.
- Maintain case notes for each student interaction.
- Prepare and provide presentations to students, faculty, and staff regarding disability issues, laws, and awareness.
- Take part in weekly Coordinator case review meetings and monthly staff meetings.
- Act as SAS liaison or representative on Student Affairs and FAU committees.
- Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by the Director of SAS.
- Excellent benefit packages:
Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. - State retirement options including tax‑deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
- State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Sick Leave Pool Program.
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, paid winter break).
- Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day.
- Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible staff/faculty—tuition assistance after 6 months of full‑time employment; may extend to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
- A master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.
- Ability to multi‑task with strong attention to detail.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
$48,000 – $51,000 per year.
College or DepartmentDivision of Student Affairs
LocationBoca Raton
Work Days and HoursMonday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Some weekends required.
Final date to receive applications2026‑02‑09
Special Instructions to Applicant- Updated salary range from $45,000 per year to $48,000 – $51,000 per year*
- Resume
- Official sealed transcripts (and NACES evaluation if applicable)
- Criminal background check (Level I and Level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol and drug screening.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561‑297‑3004 or send an email to accommodate. To contact Human Resources, please call 561‑297‑3057. For communication assistance call 7‑1‑1.
Equal Opportunity StatementFlorida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561‑297‑3004 or send an email to accommodate. To contact Human Resources, please call 561‑297‑3057 or email jobs. For communications assistance, call 7‑1‑1.
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