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Accommodation Specialist

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Jul 03, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Accommodation Specialist
Union Level
Department	Service for Students w/Disabilities
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201304085P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date	07/03/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship	This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	Reporting to the Associate Director, Services for Students with Disabilities, the Accommodation Specialist determines eligibility for services and implements access to accommodations and services for students with disabilities. Assists students in understanding their rights and responsibilities relating to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The Accommodation Specialist identifies and resolves highly visible or complex issues with substantial significance and impact that may span multiple areas, using advanced technical and professional knowledge requiring independent judgment. As a member of the division of Student Life, works to advance student development and retention; promotes diversity, inclusion and respect; and empowers students to thrive. This position is a three-city position serving the Stockton Sacramento, and San Francisco campuses.
Essential Functions	Conducts intake meetings and consultations with prospective and current students to assess individual needs and determine appropriate reasonable accommodations. Maintains a comprehensive caseload of students across programs and campuses, providing ongoing support throughout their academic journey. Regularly reviews and updates student profile in Accessible Information Management (AIM) software database to ensure continued access to accommodations and eligibility. Reviews medical, psychological and technical evaluations of students' abilities, disabilities, and requests for reasonable accommodations. Utilizes active listening skills and specialized knowledge to evaluate documentation, understand student-reported barriers, and recommend accommodations that provide equitable access to educational programs and activities. Determines eligibility for services and implements access to accommodations and services using AIM. Documents, maintains and reviews current and accurate case records, notes and related information in Accessible Information Management (AIM) software database and other student information systems applicable to the unit's workflow. Collaborates and consults with university offices including but not limited to the Office of the Dean of Students, Residential Life and Housing, Registrar, academic units, Student Health Services, and Counseling and Psychological Services. In consultation with students, faculty and other stakeholders, develops plans to support access to courses, programs, facilities, services, and activities on campus adhering to all applicable university, state and federal ADA policies, procedures and protocol. Provides information, referral, and support to enrolled students with disabilities, including identification of internal and external resources necessary for evaluation and accommodation. Coordinates communication between enrolled students with disabilities, faculty, and program staff and provides on-going consultation and technical assistance to faculty and staff to facilitate equal learning opportunities. Identifies and manages on-campus and off-campus resources necessary for academic accommodations, as applicable and necessary (ex. note-takers, interpreters, audiobooks, transcriptions and more). Consults with appropriate staff to recommend disability-related accommodations to Residential Life & Housing that ensures a student's needs are met in on-campus housing. Manages textbook alternative formatting requests, minor editing, and delivery of materials/books to students. Acts as backup to the Testing Center Manager as needed by assisting with day-to-day operations of Stockton testing center, including assisting students with scheduling, coordination with academic programs, and logistics to maintain a secure and supportive testing environment. Attends case management meetings with both the Office of the Dean of Students and other campus partners to resolve emergent problems involving at-risk students. Participates in providing on-going professional development for faculty, staff, student tutors and workers around disability issues. May participate in university committees, task forces. Perform other duties as assigned. This position serves as Campus Security Authority ( CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree required. Three (3) years' experience working with persons with disabilities. Demonstrated working experience with ADA regulations and familiar with issues in education and student development. Current knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and ADA Compliance.
Preferred Qualifications	Master's degree and three years' experience working with persons with disabilities in an educational setting. Credentialed or eligible for credentialing to serve persons with disabilities (e.g., Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Applied Behavioral Analysis, etc.) Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present materials to students, faculty, staff and families. Strong organizational skills and the ability to function well autonomously. Ability to use technologies suitable for case management, data tracking and reporting.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed in person, in a standard office environment with use of computer and phone. Work performed during standard business hours of 8AM - 5PM, M-F. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines. Hours may be modified during summer. Occasional travel required including traveling to each campus, attending relevant conferences or other professional development sessions. Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the university's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for university business. The university and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range	$68,640 - $70,000. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.