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Job Description

Posting Date	Job Number	Job Title	Revision Date	Category	Type	Status
7/21/2009	89-09	Disability Services Specialist	11/16/2009	Admin	Full-Time	Job Filled
Responsibilities:
Please submit a resume with salary history and/or application with Job No. 89-09. APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT SALARY HISTORY IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION. This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 business days and may close at any time after that without prior notice. Successful completion of criminal background check required for final candidate. The Disability Services Specialist works with students with disabilities to help assure access to physical space, campus programs, and disabilities support information for students, faculty, and staff. The Disability Services Specialist verifies and reviews student requests for disability accommodations and makes recommendations; interprets learning disability diagnostic assessment scores and reports, provides appropriate referrals for supplemental assessments as needed; hires and trains graduate assistants as note-takers, scribes, and readers for students with disabilities; meets with prospective students and parents regarding available services; coordinates with testing services in the Academic Advising Center; and serves as advisor to the student organization focusing on disability advocacy and education. The Disability Services Specialist oversees the budget for disability services and works with a high level of independence under the administrative supervision of the Director of Student Psychological Counseling Services.
Qualifications:
Required: Master's degree in special education, higher education, educational psychology, or related discipline. Experience in a college, university or community college setting required. Ability to formulate and communicate logical and sound conclusions and recommendations. Ability to carry out duties in a timely manner. Ability to prioritize duties when faced with interruptions, distractions, and fluctuating workload. Ability to work without supervision. Excellent problem solving skills. Skill to perform arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages. Computer skills in the use of work processing, spreadsheet, database, internet, and electronic mail software, preferably Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer. Ability to use standard office equipment including copier, fax, and calculator. Ability to schedule and coordinate logistics for meetings and examinations, including the coordinating of catering and special equipment. Telephone skills to effectively understand and communicate information and direct calls. Demonstration of effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to use tact and diplomacy and to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Writing skills to prepare clear and concise, grammatically correct reports and business correspondence. Ability to establish and maintain office and student files. Ability to communicate difficult information under stressful circumstances. Knowledge of assessment techniques and national testing procedures. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with professionals in a higher education setting. Ability to read and interpret documentation for students with disabilities. Ability to create an appropriate plan of accommodation for students with disabilities based on documentation provided. Maintain membership in professional associations and currency in the field of disability services. Desired: Working knowledge of University policies and procedures that pertain to the duties of the position.
Chapman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing career opportunities to all people, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Chapman University, One University Drive, Orange, CA 92866 Human Resources Department
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