OAR Accessibility Coordinator Position Available In Onondaga, New York

OAR Accessibility Coordinator

Category:

Professional Administrator

Subscribe:

Department:

Office of Accessibility Resources

Locations:

Syracuse, NY

Posted:

Jun 20, 2025

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Full Time – 12 Months

Position ID:

189460

About Onondaga Community College:

Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized – but encouraged – to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni.

Job Description:

BROAD FUNCTION

The Accessibility Coordinator, working under the supervision of the Director of Office of Accessibility Resources, is responsible for providing direct service to students and/or prospective students with physical, psychological and/or learning disabilities, in order that they may attend and be successful at OCC.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains current knowledge of legislation, regulations, and rulings relative to individuals with disabilities and appropriate college procedures.
Reviews legal and medical documentation as well as psycho-educational testing, to determine accommodations for individual student need within the college setting.
Conducts initial intake and information exchange with each student as appropriate.
Determines student needs, coordinates support services, and monitors student progress within the framework of these supports.
Mentors students, to the greatest degree possible, on the nature and impact of her/his disability and how to appropriately advocate for their needs within the college setting and how to access all available supports.
Uses adaptive technology to facilitate access.
Supports students within our campus community as a conduit to outside services for assessment / evaluation purposes.
Maintains student records and assists with internal and external reporting as needed.
Serves as a liaison between student, campus community, outside agencies and institutions.
Serves as informed communicator in helping faculty and staff to understand the nature of disabilities and the impact of those disabilities upon student learning styles and academic performance.
Conducts presentations on and off campus.
Participates in professional meetings, conferences and training workshops as assigned.
Serves on committees and completes special assignments as requested.
Other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalency in Special Education, Vocational Education, or a closely related field.
At least two years of professional experience in a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalency
At least two (2) years’ experience in teaching or tutoring disabled adults or adolescents and providing appropriate accommodations, case management services and/or counseling based on student needs.
Bilingual in English and Spanish. English and another language will be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Understanding of Section 504 ADA rights and the interpretation of psycho-educational testing.
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a member of a team.
Working knowledge of computers and adaptive technology is desirable.

Additional Information:

Salary range is: $44,000 – $50,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401a).
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.