Full job description Department – Accessibility Services/Academic Affairs
Supervisor – Dean of Institutional & Academic Effectiveness
Status – Full-time, benefit-eligible
About Bushnell University
Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.
Position Information Job Summary
The accessibility coordinator serves as the primary coordinator for accessibility services and testing. In this role, the coordinator reviews documentation for qualified disabilities to determine reasonable academic accommodations and facilitates access to and implementation of accommodations, including but not limited to, testing, note-takers, and assistive technology.
Position Duties & Responsibilities Administration Provide leadership and oversight for accessibility services and coordinate testing. Develop and implement strategic goals and assessment plan to enhance and measure student learning outcomes related to accessibility services. Collaborate with Dean to manage the budget to support accessibility services. Recruit, hire, train, and supervise designated staff, graduate assistants, and/or student workers. Accessibility Services Support students' needs related to accessibility, accommodations, and compliance. Conduct intake interviews with students requesting academic accommodations. Consult with students individually and engage in an on-going, interactive process for identifying, activating, and implementing reasonable academic accommodations. Assist students with problem-solving strategies, advocacy, and mediation. Collect, review, and verify professional documentation of disabilities/conditions, including requests for emotional support animals (ESAs). Maintain confidentiality, adhering to FERPA, HIPPA, and other university policies. Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain compliance and accessibility. Manage and negotiate the coordination and implementation of academic accommodations, assistive technology or auxiliary aids and services, such as, but not limited to, testing accommodations, note-takers, building access, sign language interpreting/speech to text services and temporary parking needs. Identify, implement, and manage database and any other data management systems. Develop and provide campus training for faculty, staff, and students. Monitor federal, state, and local regulations and exercise prudent judgement in interpreting and applying them. Serve on the retention committee, or other committees as assigned. Participate in professional association conferences, trainings, and workshops. Experience and Qualification Requirements Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, education, occupational therapy, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience is required. Highly goal-oriented and self-motivated, dependable, and reliable Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Effective communicator, both written and verbal, in interpersonal and public speaking settings Positive and approachable, builds rapport with a wide range of constituents Collaborative team player with ability to work independently Creative, resourceful, adaptable, and patient Quick learner; committed to efficiency and accuracy Demonstrates a high level of professionalism Knowledge of / Experience with: Knowledge and application of best practices in accessibility services in higher education Experience working with individuals with disabilities, knowledge of ADAA and Section 504 of the Rehab Act Experience working with traditional and non-traditional college students Experience in a testing center, disability services office, special education, or related setting Experience providing direct service or accommodations to people with disabilities Experience developing and evaluating operational and program goals Requires ability to read and interpret testing reports and assessment instruments Ability to solve problems and provide creative solutions Must be able to take the initiative, manage multiple tasks, work with little supervision, implement best practices and work collaboratively in a team environment Familiarity with academic support services (e.g., advising, tutoring, accessibility, etc.) Adept at navigating and leveraging technology, experience with databases is a must Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook Working Conditions / Special Requirements Bushnell employees must have a maturing Christian faith and live in compliance with the duties and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook. Bushnell University employees are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life. Please read this document before continuing. The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity. The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug free environment. The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times. All employees of Bushnell are "mandatory reporters" under Oregon law. See for specific information. The employee must have knowledge of strong office management techniques; operations, procedures, specific rules and precedents of the office; research methods and report writing techniques; record-keeping techniques; operation of office machines including computer equipment and specified software; principles of training and providing work direction. The position requires a strong ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both verbally and in writing, utilizing tact, patience and courtesy. Listening skills and the ability to speak and write clearly are essential to this position. Must possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy. This person must project a positive, vibrant and professional attitude in assisting people. This person must have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality, with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff and business of the department and the University. This position may require lifting up to 25 lbs, as well as bending, stooping, kneeling. This position may require some evening and weekend hours. This position description is subject to change at any time. To be considered for this position, please submit your application materials through Bushnell's Online Recruiting site. Bushnell employees are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life. Please read this document before continuing.
To be considered for this position, you will be asked to submit all of the following:
Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge CV/Resume Personal Statement of Faith that clearly addresses all three of the sections below: Section 1: how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate's personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership; Section 2: how the candidate integrates faith into his or her work life; and Section 3: the candidate's understanding of and ability to support Bushnell University's Theological Context for Community Life statement. Contact Information for three references, one of which must be the applicant's pastor or another appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant's faith background. Please note: Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.
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