AEC Access Adviser
- Employer
- University of Oregon
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Nov 11, 2022
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Disabled Student Services
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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AEC Access Adviser
Job no: 530704
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Academic Advising/Support, Education, Psychology
Department: UESS - Accessible Education Center
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Salary range starting at $50,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA04-Fiscal Year 2022-2023
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
November 28, 2022; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents with your online application:
- A resume or CV
- A cover letter highlighting how your knowledge, skills and
experience qualify you for the requirements, competencies, and
qualifications outlined in the job posting.
- The names of at least three professional references, their
e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers
Department Summary
The Division of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (UESS) promotes academic excellence, universal access, engagement, and achievement for the student scholar. UESS programs focus on the educational trajectory of the student by providing opportunities and services essential for progress toward scholastic objectives and intellectual development. UESS departments and programs serve the entire population of UO undergraduate students and partner closely with other campus units to support student success and engagement.
The Accessible Education Center (AEC) facilitates and supports access and inclusion for students with disabilities. The AEC coordinates services, determines student accommodations, provides advocacy and collaborates with students, faculty, staff, and the community to create and sustain accessible physical, curricular, and informational environments
Position Summary
Access Advisors work as part of a team dedicated to facilitating access and full inclusion of students with disabilities into the university environment. This is partially accomplished through proactive advising, effective collaborations and consultations with faculty and staff, and the fostering of systemic campus change. Access Advisors report directly to the Accessible Education Center Assistant Director.
Access Advisors work with students to facilitate student success and an inclusive and accessible educational experience, consistent with federal law and universal design principles. Access Advisors function as accessibility specialists and case managers, working with a high volume of students who may present with complicated mental health or chronic health situations, learning disabilities, ADHD, head injury, etc.
Access Advisors collaborate and problem-solve with instructors and other campus entities to ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided and universal design solutions are considered. Access Advisors may give presentations to students, parents, and university employees. Advisors will also have the opportunity to coordinate and participate in AEC projects.
Access Advisors work in a fast-paced office setting delivering advising support and accommodation guidance year-round. Access Advisors must be able to work with diverse students presenting with a range of disability experiences and related challenges including crisis or scholastic difficulty. Access Advisors are committed to supporting the university's emphasis on academic excellence in a culturally diverse and academically challenging learning environment.
The Access Advisors must exhibit professionalism and collegiality in a team environment, and the ability to create a welcoming, inclusive, accessible, and professional atmosphere in the office. This person must exhibit cultural humility and agility, with the ability and commitment to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology,
education or a related field; or an equivalent combination of
education, skills, and experience.
- One year of experience advising, counseling, or teaching young
adults with disabilities.
Professional Competencies
- Understanding of issue facing diverse groups (e.g.
low-socioeconomic, first generation, students with disabilities,
underrepresented students of color, non-traditional, and
under-prepared individuals).
- Strong communication skills.
- High-level organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced, detail oriented and
time sensitive environment.
- Diligently attends to details and pursues quality in
accomplishing tasks.
- Recognizes situations that warrant initiative and moves forward
without hesitation; resolving issues, problems, or
situations.
- Ability to anticipate next steps and execute
independently.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (or similar). Ability to
produce professional correspondence, documents, data reports, and
presentations.
- Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse
internal and external constituencies.
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of universal/inclusive design concepts and experience
with implementation.
- Working knowledge of ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on issues of access and inclusion to effect
meaningful change and promote student success.
- Specialized expertise in at least one disability area,
preferably mental health.
- Experience working effectively with university teaching faculty
and administrators.
- Experience working with individuals in crisis.
- Three years' experience providing academic advising or personal
counseling.
- Experience facilitating workshops or psycho-educational
groups.
- Experience implementing concepts of universal/inclusive
design.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
University of Oregon students and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://hr.uoregon.edu/uo-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-employee-process.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/530704/aec-access-adviser
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