Job Description

The Disability Specialist works for the Center for Learning & Accessible Student Services (CLASS). CLASS leads the Augsburg community in advancing disability access and equity. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine reasonable accommodations, based on Section 504, ADA, and best practices, for current and prospective students with disabilities to provide equal access to the educational experience, programs, and facilities.
• Coach, instruct, and support individual students with disabilities to facilitate the development of self-advocacy skills, effective time management, and learning strategies.
• Recruit, interview, and orient incoming students to educate them regarding CLASS services, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with students, Gage Center colleagues, faculty, staff, and parents to analyze, problem-solve, and establish a course of action and refer to community resources, as necessary.
• When appropriate, advise students on the interaction between their disabilities and course selection and registration to meet the University’s General Ed, Graduation Skills, and major department requirements
• Consult with Augsburg staff, faculty, and administrators to determine essential course components and ensure institutional access and inclusion for students with disabilities.

ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Cultivate professional development to obtain information and remain current in the Disability Resources field.
• Participate in training and outreach activities to increase disability awareness at Augsburg and in the community at large.
• Keep timely and accurate case notes in the database used by CLASS.
• All other duties as apparent or assigned by supervisor(s).

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Typical work environment is an office environment.
• Regular computer use. 
• Frequently present and counsel verbally in a clear manner, listen/hear; regular telephone use.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• This position is scheduled to work 10 months/year.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of (three) 3 years of experience working with people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of laws pertaining to people with disabilities including ADA and Section 504.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Basic word processing skills; basic computer knowledge.
• Previous post-secondary experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to be attentive to details, accurate, and precise.
• Ability to lead/teach, work in a team environment, and work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to reason/analyze; maintain confidentiality; and demonstrate patience, and understanding.
• Ability to show initiative, multi-task and organize workflow, manage one or more multiple projects, and handle frequent interruptions.

Additional Information

BENEFITS AT AUGSBURG

Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program including: 

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• A generous 403(b) matching program with an employer contributions of up to 8% upon eligibility

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses and dependents, and participation in the Tuition Exchange program with colleges and universities throughout the US

• Generous paid time-off, including 14 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 2 community service days, and vacation of up to 22 days per year immediately upon hire

• Employer-paid STD, LTD and life insurance

• Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

AUGSBURG’S STATEMENT REGARDING COVID-19 VACCINATIONS

For the safety of our students, employees and the community in which we live and work, Augsburg requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.  For individuals who are unable to be vaccinated due to religious or medical reasons,  Augsburg offers exemptions and accommodations.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.  

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.