Summary: NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Classification Summary:
Coordinates NMSU system-wide efforts to accommodate the identified needs of students with disabilities. Develops, implements, and maintains programs that enhance the successful retention of students with disabilities and their NMSU system experience. Ensures services are in compliance with federal ADA law.
Classification Standard Duties:
Oversees a variety of accommodations, including but not limited to assistive technology, e-text/alternate formats, and complex accommodations. Reviews disability-related documentation, including psychoeducational, neuropsychological and medical reports to determine eligibility and to implement academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Conducts Initial Interviews with new students to determine accommodations and access. Manages a small caseload of students with disabilities, and consults with HR about employee accommodations, as needed. Orients new students and advises faculty about the policies and procedures regarding the provision and implementation of accommodations and services. Manage and supervise operational activities of accommodations and services. Responsible for ensuring the department's timely delivery and effectiveness of disability accommodations for eligible students, including ensuring that policies and procedures related to accommodations reflect current best practices.
