Accessibility Resources & Diversity Coordinator
- Employer
- Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
- Location
- 900 N Portland Ave Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107 United States
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Diversity & Inclusion
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
900 N Portland Ave
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107
United States Hiring Supervisor: Emily Cheng Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding): 39,694.72 - 39,694.72, Salary Work Schedule: Varies, occasionally includes some evenings and weekends. Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary: Job Function: The AccessibilityResources and Diversity Coordinator position is designed with a high degree ofversatility and requires application of technical knowledge and skills specificto several distinct departments such as Disability Services and Diversity and otherStudent Experience units. This position supports the day-to-day operations ofthe Disability Services and Diversity Office and serves a critical accessibility role by approving andcoordinating accommodations for students with disabilities participating in college-credit educational opportunities, programs, and services at OSU-OKC. The Accessibility Resources and DiversityCoordinator also plays a key leadership role in furthering the University’smission to create a culture of diversity and inclusion through collaborationwithin the department unit and other critical student experience allied teams.This position will also be responsible for developing, implementing, and deliveringmeaningful and relevant training and development for faculty and staff onstudent disability accommodation and accessibility awareness topics. Additionally,this position serves as a learner accessibility and accommodation consultant tocampus departments that oversee non college-credit programs at OSU-OKC. Other duties may vary based on individualstudent, faculty, and staff needs and peak enrollment periods.
Essential JobFunctions:
- Assist Director of Disability Services and Diversity with evaluation, approval, and coordination of student disability accommodations for college-credit educational opportunities, programs, and services at OSU-OKC.
Assist Director of Disability Services and Diversity with updating and maintaining documentation of student disability accommodations.
Assist Director of Disability Services and Diversity with fulfillment of specialized student disability accommodations as needed, including but not limited to reading and/or scribing on inaccessible coursework.
Assist Director of Disability Services and Diversity with development, planning, coordination, and implementation of diversity and inclusion events and programming.
Develop, implement, and deliver meaningful, relevant training activities to OSU-OKC faculty and staff on student disability accommodation and accessibility awareness topics.
Serve as a learner accessibility and accommodation consultant to campus departments that oversee non college-credit programs at OSU-OKC.
Assist Director of Disability Services and Diversity with assistive technology and auxiliary aid equipment training, checkout, and inventory as needed.
Provide coaching, support, and referrals to students with disabilities to promote persistence and completion of academic goals.
Provide academic advisement and enrollment assistance to students as needed during peak enrollment periods.Completes allmandatory training and participated in a minimum of two professionaldevelopment each year.
Performs otherduties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor’sdegree or equivalent combined education and experience
WorkExperience:
- Minimum of one year of experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities.
- Minimum of two years progressively responsible work experience.
- Experience working in both collaborative/team environments and in positions that require individualized work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Superior ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing to exchange information, give/receive instructions and respond to inquiries appropriately.Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills required.
Strong public speaking and group discussion facilitation skills.
Accurate typing/data entry skills and demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail.
Demonstrated coordination, planning, and organizational skills.
Strong ability to understand, use, and manage own emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict.
Must be adaptable to performing under moderate levels of stress, imposed by frequent deadlines, peak workloads and public/student contact.
Ability to work independently and also collaborate within a team environment while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to thrive in a high-paced and dynamic environment.
Very strong experience working with office technologies including but not limited to: office computers, scanners, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Strong interpersonal skills and awareness of a diverse environment in an effort to work and communicate effectively with all students, faculty, staff and community partners.
Passion for assisting students with educational endeavors and representing the OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
Evidences a history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
PreferredQualifications:
- At least two years of experience providing direct services to individuals with disabilities.
- Prior experience working with students with disabilities in a higher education setting.
Working Conditions:
Regular schedule is daytime hours but must be able to work some flexible hours to include occasional evenings.Must be able to work in an often busy and noisy environment.
Physical Requirements:
The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.Organization
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant system that prepares students for success. Orange is the Answer. Through leadership and service, OSU improves the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation and the world. OSU has more than 35,000 students across its five-campus system with students from all 50 states and around 120 nations. Established in 1890, OSU has graduated more than 264,000 students to serve the state of Oklahoma, the nation and the world.
Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City (OSU-OKC) is part of the modern land-grant system of Oklahoma State University. OSU-OKC is a two-year public institution, offering more than 50 degrees and certificate options. Through quality education, a supportive environment, leadership training and service opportunities, OSU-OKC trains students to work and educates them to lead. OSU-OKC graduates are found throughout the community serving as police officers, firefighters, nurses, teachers, healthcare professionals and business owners. osuokc.edu
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. Oklahoma State University campuses are tobacco and vapor-free.
- Telephone
- 405-945-3206
- Location
-
900 N Portland
Oklahoma CIty
OK
73107
US
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