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Job Title: Accessibility Coordinator (Temporary)
Department: Student Academic Success
Division: Academic Affairs
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director, Student Academic Success
Work Schedule: 35 hours/week; on-campus. This position is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

General purpose: The Accessibility Coordinator provides comprehensive disability support services that promote equitable access to MICA's academic, residential, and co-curricular experiences. This position reviews disability documentation, determines reasonable accommodations, and partners with students, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Fair Housing Act (FHA), and other applicable laws.Working collaboratively across Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, the Accessibility Coordinator supports student persistence, retention, and academic success by balancing legal compliance with academic integrity and the unique demands of studio-based education.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Reviews psychological, medical, and educational documentation to determine reasonable classroom and residential accommodations.

• Provide direct student service, including individual counseling to address the impact of the disability on academic performance and assistance with accessing accommodations;

• Collaborates with the Director of Student Academic Success to use data-driven insights to identify retention issues related to accessibility and disability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake interviews and engage in the interactive process to identify disability-related barriers and determine appropriate academic and residential accommodations.

• Review and interpret psycho-educational and medical documentation to determine eligibility for academic and residential accommodations consistent with ADA, Section 504, and Fair Housing Act requirements.

• Maintain confidential and accurate student records, case notes, and documentation to ensure continuity of care.

• Authorize accommodations for students with disabilities;communicateaccommodations to students, faculty, and academic advisors; make appropriate referrals.

• Provide individualized support, coaching, and referrals to students regarding disability-related concerns, self-advocacy, and effective use of accommodations.

• Assist students in accessing assistive technologies and other accessibility resources that support academic success.

• Collaborate with Studio Managers and other staff regarding physical barriers and safety protocols in specialized studio spaces.

• Serve as the primary institutional resource on ADA/Section 504/Fair Housing Act as related to the educational experience.

• Monitor the academic standing of students with accommodations and develop and implement appropriate plans for support; collect and interpret data.

• Work closely with other members of the Student Academic Success team and Writing Center staff to ensure these support services are fully accessible and tailored to diverse learning profiles and act as a resource for academic advisors to support course selection and degree mapping, specifically tailored to the student's accommodation needs.

• Provide intentional support and training to faculty for accessible pedagogical practices through Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and other appropriate approaches.

• Increase campus visibility through collaborative programming, classroom visits, and other engagement initiatives.

• Educate students regarding disability rights, accommodation processes, self-advocacy, and available campus resources.

• Promote awareness of accessibility services through outreach programs, workshops, and campus initiatives.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Federal and state disability laws (ADA, 504, 508); student development theory; Universal Design for Learning (UDL);

• Skills: Expertise in interpreting complex psycho-educational and medical documentation; proficiency in case management software (e.g., AIM, Maxient); excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to:train both students, faculty, and staff on accessibility access programs (e.g., Kurzweil); navigate complex and changing situations for students and faculty.

• Exercise sound judgment while balancing legal compliance, institutional standards, and student needs.

• Manage multiple complex cases while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

• Communicate effectively with diverse constituencies.

• Train faculty, staff, and students on accessibility practices, accommodations, assistive technology, and disability inclusion.

• Navigate sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and discretion.

• Interpret evolving legal requirements and apply them consistently in higher education settings.

Minimum qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in special education, social work, psychology, or related field.

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in disability services in a higher education setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Higher Education, Disability Studies, Special Education, Social Work, or a related field.

• Experience in an art and design, studio-based, or other creative higher education environment.

• Teaching, faculty development, or instructional design experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Conditions: Satisfactory Background Check.

• Unusual Circumstances: May be required to work evenings and weekends

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical demands and work environment:

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)

• Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

• Required training: Exhibitions Department Installation Guide and Policy handbook, MICA Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.

Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.