Position Summary: To provide one-on-one developmental assistance to college students by facilitating academic accommodations for UI college students with a range of disabilities. Participate in university committees. Represent the office as needed at both on-campus and off-campus events, including for recruitment at college fairs. This position coordinates SDS Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Services.
Specific Job Duties and Tasks: Facilitate the implementation of academic accommodations Provide outreach regarding a variety of disability related topics on campus and in the community Maintain information on students registered with SDS on various databases in a timely manner, including case notes, intake notes, accommodation meeting notes, phone calls, email contacts, etc. Communicate with faculty, administrators, and university staff about eligibility for services and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Represent SDS through campus committee/organization involvement, workshops, and presentations to the university community and beyond. For a detailed job description, please email Alaysia McAtee at
About the Division of Student Life: The Division of Student Life is comprised of staff that embrace new ideas and thoughts, works together to keep our students safe, and provides them with life-changing experiences. The Division of Student Life includes 15 departments that span from Recreation Services to the Office of Leadership, Service and Civic Engagement and everything in between. We believe in working together as one team to achieve our mission: fostering student success by creating and promoting inclusive educationally purposeful services and activities within and beyond the classroom. One of our division priorities is to advance UI's goals to recruit and retain U.S. racial/ethnic minority (URM) staff and students.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or combination of education and related experience. Experience (typically 6mo-1yr) working one-on-one with college students in a developmental role; advising, counseling or mentoring. Basic understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions Basic proficiency in establishing and building healthy working relationships. Work experience with standard office computer applications. Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals. Desired Qualifications: Master's degree in Higher Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology or related field. Basic knowledge and ability to develop and facilitate presentations. Experience working in higher education with college students of all levels regarding academic, social, behavioral and personal issues in order to promote their academic, behavioral, personal and social growth and development. Familiarity and interest in understanding assistive technology (Assistive Listening Devices/etc.). Application Details: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
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The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
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With over 31,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference and the Association of American Universities. The University of Iowa is composed of eleven colleges and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University of Iowa promotes work/life integration and is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.
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