University of Florida·Gainesville, Florida
The Accessibility Specialist manages a caseload of approximately 800 students with disabilities, coordinating academic accommodations and identifying access barriers. They also serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and parents while maintaining compliance with federal and state disability laws.
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
– Conducts initial appointments with students to identify access barriers in academic environments. Coordinates reasonable accommodations in collaboration with students, faculty, and DRC staff. Maintains appropriate records by thoroughly documenting communication with and regarding DRC students. Orients students to the process of receiving classroom and testing accommodations, as well as informing them of available campus and community resources. Provides ongoing support for students via follow-up appointments, student success appointments, emails, and calls as requested.
Responsible for a caseload of approximately 800 students with disabilities. Communicates with faculty when an accommodation is particularly complex, or when faculty have questions or concerns about DRC-registered students’ well-being or ability to succeed in a class. Serves as a resource for students, parents, faculty, staff, and service agencies/providers. Provides advocacy support and addresses concerns as needed.
Maintains a current knowledge base of federal and state laws, regulations and rules governing the provision of services for persons with documented disabilities and their application within a post-secondary educational setting. Pursues self-directed learning on national trends and best practices in accessibility and accommodated learning, including efforts to promote equal access and to reduce possible stigma associated with differences in ability.
Serves on departmental, divisional and university-wide committees, task force.
Other duties as assigned and assists in the Testing Office as needed.
Expected Salary: $48,000
Master's degree in an appropriate area; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.
Master’s degree in a related field of expertise (such as higher education, special education, rehabilitation counseling, social work, school psychology, or occupational therapy) and four years of appropriate experience; or bachelor’s degree in a related field of expertise (such as education and health sciences) with at least five or more years of related and practical experience.
Proficient in use of a Windows-based computer and Microsoft Office.
Abilities: None noted
Physical qualifications: None
Other qualifications: Strong work ethic
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
This requisition is open until filled. Review of application materials will begin immediately, and continue until a suitable pool of applicants is established.
This requisition will be used to fill multiple positions.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required: No
Market context
In Florida, Accessibility Specialist roles are typically tied to schools, colleges, and public-serving organizations that need to meet accessibility and compliance expectations. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree plus relevant experience, with preferred candidates bringing higher education or special education backgrounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to show direct accessibility, compliance, or student-support experience.