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Accommodations Counselor (Student Services Professional III)

Join San Diego State University as an Accommodations Counselor and make a meaningful impact by ensuring that students with disabilities have equal access to the university's educational resources.

The role involves providing personalized support and accommodations for students with a range of disabilities, helping to foster an inclusive and accessible academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for a caseload of students with various disabilities.
• Review disability documentation and assess the need for accommodations.
• Provide guidance and information to students, faculty, and staff on disability-related matters.
• Function independently with cases of varying complexity.
• Work closely with the university community to promote awareness and understanding of disability-related needs.

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in ensuring students with disabilities have the support they need to succeed academically and personally.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
• Gain expertise in disability services, accommodation processes, and related legislation.

Position Information

• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

Student Disability Services (SDS) provides a full range of accommodations and services to over 4,000 students with physical, psychological, and learning disabilities.

Education And Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field; including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution.

Key Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of the Americans with disabilities Act, Sections 504 and 508.
• Ability to interpret medical and psycho-educational documentation to determine eligibility for disability accommodation.
• General knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures related to disability services delivery.
• Fluency in using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and database management systems.

Compensation And Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

SDSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.