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University of Cincinnati Access Coordinator, Accessibility Resources in Cincinnati, Ohio

Access Coordinator, Accessibility Resources Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. About the College At UC, we are committed every day to providing full and equal access to students, employees and visitors with disabilities. The University is actively engaged in improving the accessibility of our community, in the classroom, in the workplace, on campus, and online. Job Overview Accessibility Resources is seeking two (2) Access Coordinators from this posting. One Access Coordinator will work directly with the College of Arts and Sciences and the other will work directly with the College of Nursing and the College of Allied Health Sciences. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule in accordance with UC's remote work policy. The Access Coordinator serves as the primary resource for assigned colleges to enable student success in an accessible, inclusive educational and co-curricular university experience. This includes the assessment and determination of student accommodation requests as required by the Americans with Disability Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other relevant state and local laws. Additionally, the Access Coordinator will serve as a resource to students, faculty, advisors, academic program directors, and college administrators to coordinate a holistic approach to full and equal access for the assigned colleges. This position coordinates individual services applicable to an assigned caseload; conducts educational presentations regarding disability/accessibility-related issues; and collaborates with the colleges to improve in the recruitment, retention, and success of students with disabilities. Essential Functions Review disability documentation and conduct student interviews to determine eligibility for services and assignment of reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Collaborate with faculty, students, staff, and other campus partners to coordinate the delivery of accommodation and auxiliary services consistent with standards of practice in higher education. Develops and delivers training materials and workshops to faculty and staff on providing appropriate academic accommodations and creating accessible environments. Collaborate with faculty and college administrators to clarify the academic and technical standards and requirements of courses/programs for the purpose of determining reasonable accommodations. Work directly with college leadership to influence processes and practices that contribute to an inclusive environment for individuals with disabilities in their academic programs. Provide information about receiving accommodations to potential and current students through participation in orientations, program/school-specific events, and group presentations. Maintain thorough and confidential records of contacts and communications with students and create service reports within data management system. Counsel and advise students regarding academic goals, accommodations, and academic progress. May provide direct and/

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