Disability Specialist

Butler University

Location: United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Accommodate
Navigate
PeopleSoft
Canvas

About the role

Position Overview

Disability Specialists work one-on-one to provide support to students with disabilities as they navigate the transition to college and the independence of being a college student. In this role, Disability Specialists review documentation and make individualized determinations of reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities. Butler University’s SDS Office is unique in that Disability Specialists are also available to provide support to students regarding the myriad of ways their disability may impact them throughout their time as a Butler student. Several primary functions of this position include individualized student support, development and presentation of disability-awareness programming across campus, and close collaboration with faculty and other campus partners.

To be considered for the position please submit a Cover Letter and Resume.

Responsibilities

Interpret disability-related documentation and lead intake meetings with families and students to determine and implement reasonable accommodations
Maintain rigorous documentation of student interactions and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professional discretion
Provide direct support services to students, including academic coaching, support with the transition to college, and training on accommodation-related software; monitor and track the progress of SDS-registered students in support of retention efforts; respond to and resolve student and faculty concerns
Collaborate closely with SDS team members and other relevant campus partners on a regular basis to coordinate and implement accommodations & support services
Develop and implement disability/diversity-based programming, presentations, training guides, and materials for public consumption
Analyze disability-related data for the improvement of departmental processes and procedures, assist in the development of policies and procedural documents as needed
Support students requesting accommodations for extra-curricular activities such as Greek Life recruitment and off-campus study
Design and create department marketing materials, including but not limited to office bulletin boards, flyers, web content; manage social media accounts
Serve on campus-wide committees, as assigned, to ensure accessibility is on the forefront of campus conversations
Serve as an administrative backup in the department as needed

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in higher education, social work, psychology, or a related field
Experience providing direct support and training to people with disabilities
Ability to interpret disability-related documentation, including but not limited to neuropsychological evaluations, medical reports and treatment plans, and IEP and 504 documents
Knowledge regarding how the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act apply to postsecondary education
Proven ability to rapidly master and integrate new software into daily workflows; demonstrates high agility when navigating multiple digital platforms simultaneously
Willingness to engage and learn about diversity, equity, inclusion, and intersectionality of identities in disability services
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision-making skills under pressure or in uncertain situations

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in higher education
Knowledge of industry information and student management software (i.e. Accommodate, Navigate, PeopleSoft, Canvas)

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

Paid Time Off and Holidays:
- 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
- 8 Paid Holidays
  - In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
- Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
Health:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
Retirement:
- 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
Tuition Assistance:
- Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
- Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
  - Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
  - Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
  - Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
  - Covers tuition only
Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
- Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
- LinkedIn Learning Courses
- Free premium subscription to the Calm App
- Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
- Discount at the College Bookstore
- Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

Company

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

About Butler University

Private university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Indianapolis.

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