The Disability Services Specialist is a pivotal role dedicated to ensuring that students with disabilities receive comprehensive support throughout their academic and professional journeys. This position seeks to provide a holistic approach to student development. The Disability Services Specialist is responsible for conducting intake assessments, developing and monitoring accommodation plans, and engaging the campus community in educational initiatives and trainings about disability services. The goal of this position is to empower students with disabilities to achieve their academic, personal, and career goals by providing tailored guidance and resources, fostering an inclusive campus environment, and advocating for their needs.
Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader) E3, Grade 4: $39,759 - $57,251
(Salary within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience)
Work Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:
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Online application
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Current résumé
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Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
- Conduct comprehensive intake meetings to assess students’ needs and determine their eligibility for accommodations.
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Receive, input, and process paperwork in a timely manner, and load data into relevant software (e.g., Symplicity-Accommodate, Excel, database programs) for tracking, sorting, and analysis for reporting purposes.
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Communicate with students, faculty, staff, and external parties via email, phone, or in person to provide information, resolve issues, and maintain professionalism.
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Alert supervisors to issues requiring upper management attention.
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Maintain and organize filing systems, resource materials, inventory, and office equipment.
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Greet visitors and respond to their inquiries appropriately in-person, via telephone, or e-mail.
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Screen and route incoming mail, including email.
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Ensure confidentiality of office and student information as required.
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Proctor tests in the absence of the Director of Student Disability Services.
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Provide ongoing consultation to faculty and staff to ensure accommodations are effectively implemented, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is maintained.
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Support the process of academic and career advising, including course selection, progress monitoring, and offering time management and study skills support, in collaboration with Academic Advising and Career Services.
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Organize and lead workshops on job search strategies, navigating workplace accommodations, and transitioning from college to career.
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Lead efforts to raise awareness about disability services through participation in campus events, workshops, annual faculty trainings, and information sessions.
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Maintain detailed records of student interactions and accommodation services to ensure compliance and prepare reports on outcomes.
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Stay updated on disability services trends and advocate for students within the campus community.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Arts, Counseling, Social Work, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution is required.
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A minimum of two (2) years work experience in an administrative or coordinator role, preferably within a higher education setting is required.
NOTE: Applicants will be required to complete a skills assessment test as part of the screening process. Applicants must complete the test no later than
Wednesday, August 12, 2026. No testing for this position will be allowed beyond this deadline date. Failure to complete this testing will deem your application incomplete. Incomplete applications are not forwarded to the search committee for consideration. To schedule an appointment to test, please see www.calhoun.edu/hrtesting.
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:
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Familiarity with student disability services, counseling practices, and Title IX regulations;
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Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, and current practices related to disability services, accessibility, and supporting students with disabilities;
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with database management and record-keeping systems;
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Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines;
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders;
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Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information;
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Knowledge of generally accepted office practices and procedures;
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Skill in utilizing a multi-line phone system;
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Skill in operating a fax machine, copier, scanner, calculator, printer, camera, and scantron;
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Knowledge of FERPA;
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Ability to follow instructions and adhere to prescribed routines;
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Ability to make decisions based on correspondence, data, or other information;
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Ability to use database software for inputting and locating information;
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Ability to utilize email systems to communicate information;
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Ability to work with minimal supervision/work independently;
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Ability to operate in a professional manner at all time;
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Ability to greet individuals of any background with friendliness, tact, and courtesy;
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Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner;
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Conscientious – wanting to care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job;
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Initiative – responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work;
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A focus on details;
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A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
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Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning;
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Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs;
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A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
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Confidence in decision making and communication skills;
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Knowledge of community college policies and procedures;
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Knowledge of Banner or a related software;
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Knowledge of rules of grammar.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
[email protected]
