2026-2027 FWS Student Worker, Accessibility Services Student Assistant

Job Description Summary The Accessibility Services Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the office's mission to ensure all students have equitable access to education. This position involves assisting with daily office operations, digital accessibility work, and student-facing support. All work must be approached with care, empathy, and professionalism, in alignment with Saint Leo University's Core Values.

Job Description Please note:

Hiring for this position is subject to funding availability and a limited number of openings. Applying does not guarantee employment. General Responsibilities Answer phones, take messages, and forward calls to professional staff as directed. Greet and assist all office visitors; help maintain an organized, confidential workspace. Help students navigate the AIM platform and campus support resources. Perform clerical tasks including scanning, organizing files, and basic data entry. Participate in required training sessions and weekly team meetings. Provide professional and courteous customer service. Support other Student Affairs units as assigned by supervisor. Accessibility Services-Specific Responsibilities Convert textbooks and course materials into alternative digital formats as directed. Maintain accurate student records within the AIM platform. Provide peer support under supervision (e.g., guidance with assistive tech logins, printing). Use specialized software (e.g., screen readers, text-to-speech tools) to test functionality. Assist in maintaining a lending library of devices and accessibility tools. Help develop visual guides or short tutorials for students using assistive technology. Participate in departmental outreach efforts by calling or emailing students with reminders or check-ins. Assist with event logistics including tabling, setup, and student check-ins. Co-create digital content and social media posts about available accommodations, tips, and resources using tools such as Canva.

Qualifications Required:

Must be Federal Work Study eligible and approved. Demonstrated patience and maturity in handling sensitive information. Attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions. Basic computer skills including file formatting and web navigation. Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to the Saint Leo University Core Values. Ability to treat all individuals with dignity and respect, especially in sensitive or confidential contexts.

Preferred:

Familiarity with assistive technology platforms (e.g., Kurzweil, Read&Write, JAWS). Comfort with calling and emailing students in a professional manner. Interest in education, psychology, health sciences, or technology. Why Work at Saint Leo? What it's Like to

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Ask our employees and the one word they'd use to describe working at Saint Leo University is "Community." Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE! We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time). FREE Tuition

• Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity
• Dependent of Employees
• Generous Paid Leave
• Sick, Vacation, and Holidays Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision) Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!

100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options) Employer-provided life insurance Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans Nationwide Pet Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts 403b Retirement Plan Wellness Center

• Eligibility based on meeting required service period 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo Top Workplace Each year from 2012 to 2016, Saint Leo University was named one of Tampa Bay's Top Workplaces by the Tampa Bay Times.

The Top Workplaces in Tampa Bay program was created by the Tampa Bay Times and WorkplaceDynamics. The companies in this survey were ranked based on leadership, compensation and training, workplace flexibility, and diversity. One of the Top-Ranked Universities in Florida One of the top-ranked universities in Florida, Saint Leo is a Catholic, liberal arts school serving learners of all faiths. We are traditional, but we are cutting edge Established in 1889 by the Order of Saint Benedict of Florida, the university seeks balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for all members of our community. Saint Leo has grown from a peaceful campus in the rolling hills of Central Florida to an institution of international consequence—ranked one of the best regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report Our Tampa-area campus remains committed as ever to student-centered liberal arts education, and is strengthened by the global reach of our regionally accredited online programs and Education Centers in seven states across the U.S., including on many military bases. We are Catholic, but we are for everyone Our determination to make higher education more accessible to all has made Saint Leo a world leader in redefining the 21st century university. Saint Leo now serves more than 16,000 students from 49 states and 86 countries—ranking us among the five largest Catholic higher education institutions in the United States. Saint Leo is also one of the nation's 10 leading providers of higher education to the U.S. military. While we are proudly Catholic, we teach students not because they are Catholic, but because we are Catholic. And our faith compels us to imagine and contribute to a more socially just society. Non-Discrimination EEO Statement Saint Leo University has a strong commitment to principles of equal employment opportunity and equal access to education. Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethic origin, genetic information, sex, gender, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, employment, or other school administered programs. The policy is enforced by Saint Leo University and by applicable laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992.

The Title IX Office Office Location:

Benedictine Hall 3rd

Floor Email Address:

titleixcoordinator@saintleo.edu

Telephone Number:

(352) 588-8993

Mailing Address:

Saint Leo University ATTN:

Title IX Office 33701 C.R. 52, Saint Leo, FL 33574 The Director of Accessibility Services and the Section 504 Coordinator, Michael Bailey, may be contacted at michael.bailey02@saintleo.edu.

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Questions regarding job application status can be sent to hr@saintleo.edu. The above contacts are listed specifically for Title IX and/or Accessibility concerns only. The University has developed the 'Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Policy' to address any Title IX related allegations of sexual harassment. The policy can be found on the University website. A written/hard-copy version of the policy is available upon request from the Title IX Coordinator. Links Campus Security & Safety Employment Site