Disability Services Specialist - Disability Resource Center, University of Illiniois at Chicago

Posted: Wednesday, February 20, 2019

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) is one of the top five most diverse campuses in the nation and a national leader among urban, public higher education institutions in providing access to underrepresented students. UIC is focused on eliminating disparities in health, education and economic opportunity and remains committed to increasing access to education, employment, programs and services for all and maintaining a barrier-free environment for individuals with disabilities.

Reporting to the Director of the Disability Resource Center, the Disability Services Specialist must be an individual that is invested in compliance, social justice, equity, and inclusiveness. The desired candidate will advise new and continuing students on disability resources and accommodations and facilitate accommodations and other disability related services under Section 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 and the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act. The candidate must be able to support the primary functions of the department including intakes, requests for accommodations, academic and retention support, and training and development of faculty, staff and students related to compliance, inclusiveness and maintaining a barrier free environment.

At minimum, the qualified candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Disability Studies, Social Services or related field; a focus on disability is preferred and possess a minimum of two years' of experience working directly with adults with disabilities required. The candidate must have knowledge of federal and state laws related to providing disability accommodations in compliance with Section 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 and the Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act. The candidate must also possess strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical, organizational and Microsoft Office skills.

 

For fullest consideration, please apply by February 22, 2019 at https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=108786 and include a cover letter and resume.

 

The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

 

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, covered veterans, and individuals with disabilities.