Posting Details -IMPORTANT:If you have an existing application please go to the Manage Application link and review and update your application prior to applying for a new position. System restrictions do not allow you to modify your application after you have applied to a posting. -Position Information Quick Link www.calpolyjobs.org/applicants/Central?quickFind=167216 Requisition Number 105116 Position Title SSP II Job Posting Title Student Services Professional II - 12 Month Regular / Temporary Regular Working Title Access Specialist Full / Part Time Full-Time If part-time, indicate time base Appointment Duration / End Date: Department Disability Resource Center (140500) College / Division Student Affairs Salary Range CSU Salary Range: $4,179 - $5,942 (Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,179 - $4,300) Pay Basis Monthly Pay Plan 12-month Position Description Under general supervision the Access Specialist works to provide general academic advising and related services to assist students supported by the DRC in making successful progress toward their degree objectives. The Access Specialist works with a high degree of self-direction while responding to student requests to register for services and for support with problem-solving any challenges with accommodation implementation. This position also assists in events and activities focused on advising, retention, and orientation programs. -NOTE: To view the full position description including all the Required Qualificationsclick here Minimum Qualifications (Staff Only) Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; OR a Master's degree and one year of experience. Required Qualifications / Specialized Skills -Ability to understand and interpret medical, psychological and psycho-educational assessments to determine functional limitations and appropriate accommodations. -Ability to address student concerns and university issues in a proactive manner with the ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries from students and separate personal and student issues. -Ability to learn, interpret, communicate clearly and apply federal and state laws, CSU guidelines, university policies, and program rules pertaining to the provision of services to students with disabilities and to learn university referral resources. -Working knowledge of federal disability-related laws and policies, (e.g., Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, ADA, and IDEA). -Ability to use learning outcome assessment to evaluate and improve program offerings. -Ability to assist individuals with becoming self-determinant and successful self-advocates. -Ability to advise students individually and in groups. -Ability to obtain factual and interpretative information through interview. -Ability to reason logically and to collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and write clear reports based on the data. -Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds. -Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing. -Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation. -Ability to interpret, communicate and apply policies and procedures. -Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Skilled at maintaining tact and equanimity when dealing with sensitive and confidential information. -Ability to gather information, analyze it and as necessary, help the student develop appropriate options and actions. -Ability to exercise sound judgment, proceed with issues, and help with the assessment of who should be involved at different stages of the process. -Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities associated with working with people with disabilities. -Ability to use initiative and resourcefulness in effectively planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements. -Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines. -Excellent computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring and email. Preferred Qualifications / Skills -Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude. Direct work experience in disability services at the postsecondary level. -Familiarity in assistive technology hardware and software available to persons with disabilities. -Knowledge of higher education issues, trends, policies and procedures. -Familiarity with American Sign Language. -Familiarity interpreting psycho-educational evaluations. Special Conditions (Staff) THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED -Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development. -Must be able to work additional time, occasional holidays, and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis. -Retired CalPERS members selected for this vacancy must request and be approved for reinstatement from retirement prior to the start date. Employment of retired CalPERS members will typically be for 90 days or less and must be for work requiring specialized skills or for a bona fide emergency to prevent stoppage of business. -Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. -This position classification has been defined as exempt and is not subject to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). -The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment." Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. Pre-Employment Conditions (Staff) Background / Fingerprint Benefits Eligible -Yes Job Open Date 11-20-2018 Job Close Date Review Begin Date How to Apply To apply, visit WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG to complete the required online staff application and apply to requisition #105XXX. Applicants will have the option of attaching a Cover Letter, Resume and three Letters of Recommendation via the online employment system. Applicants needing computer/internet access may contact Cal Poly Human Resources at: (805) 756-2236, for information on available resources. At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility. Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Internal Recruitment Only No Projected Start Date (Faculty Only) Additional Information Contact Name (Faculty) Additional Information Contact Phone (Faculty) Additional Information Contact Email (Faculty) Department Information (Faculty) -IMPORTANT:If you have an existing application please go to the Manage Application link and review and update your application prior to applying for a new position. System restrictions do not allow you to modify your application after you have applied to a posting.