We are looking for a dedicated team member to join the University of Wisconsin-Stout, committed to ensuring all students have equal access to our programs, services, and activities. In this role, you will be responsible for recommending and facilitating reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring they can fully participate in the physical, educational, and social aspects of university life.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum / Required
- Bachelor's Degree by employment start date
- At least three years of professional work experience supporting people with disabilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Disability Services, School Psychology, Counseling, Special Education, or related academic degree
- Experience working in higher education
- Knowledge of disability law as it pertains to students with disabilities in higher education
- Demonstrated knowledge of assistive technology
- Experience coordinating academic accommodations for people with disabilities
- Demonstrated experience in establishing an inclusive environment for college students with disabilities
Official UW Title (Code) / Job Description: Disability Services Advisor (EI001)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with students with disabilities to identify barriers in the learning and living environments to determine access solutions.
- Coordinate means of access as identified through student's approved accommodations.
- Coordinate with students, faculty, staff, and campus community members to create inclusive learning environments in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that promote inclusion and universal design, maintaining cooperative working relationships on campus and in the community.
- Promote and facilitate inclusion and universal design through presentations, education, advocacy, and developing creative solutions for equal access when students experience barriers in university programs and services.
- Maintain student records, document communications and the recommended course of action while maintaining confidentiality.
- Refer students to campus and community resources.
- Maintain the Disability Services website. Update as necessary and verifying accessibility compliance.
- Point of contact for troubleshooting case management/office management software programs (examples: AIM, etc.).
- Work with campus entities, publishers, and external vendors to acquire and/or create accessible textbooks.
- Assist with the coordination of assistive technology accommodations including smart pens, note-taking apps, FM systems, etc.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to create accessible course documents.
- Help to ensure the overall success of the office of disability services by completing projects and performing duties as assigned by the Director of Disability Services.
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
The University of Wisconsin-Stout recognizes disability as a dynamic aspect of our university community. Disability Services (DS) is committed to creating equal access and opportunity to all campus programs and services for persons with disabilities. Means of equal access are provided to students with documented disabilities to provide the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and capabilities.
DS meets with students to identify barriers experienced in the learning and living environments and establishes individualized access plans to create inclusive environments. DS partners with academic departments, housing, student programs, and all other areas of the university to create an accessible university environment.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Complete applications received by end of day, March 31, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after March 31, 2025 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.
To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs
Required application materials:
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.
*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.
Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.
Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900
It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.
For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Jacqueline Bonneville
Email: Bonnevillej@uwstout.edu
If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Jason Horzewski
Email: Horzewskij@uwstout.edu
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The minimum starting salary is $48,500 commensurate with finalist's qualifications, experience, and department budget. A six-month probationary period is required. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace which recognizes market-leading employers for employee benefits and commitment to supporting children and families.
- Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
- To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)
UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.
Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
Official transcripts required at time of hire.
In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information
