Disability Services Advisor

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Position Title:

Disability Services Advisor

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Disability Services Advisor

Job Duties:

Reporting to the Center for Accessibility & Disability Resources Director, this position requires a team-oriented individual who exercises discretion, independent judgment in decision-making, and is responsible for taking initiative in achieving the goals of the Center for Accessibility & Disability Resources, with a focus on the supplemental services of the Project Success program. This position oversees several key administrative and programmatic functions including assessing support needs of students, training student mentors to facilitate support, and asssisting the CADR with compliance-based needs, campus support and professional collaborations. 

Key Job Responsibilities:

Organization and Supervision of Program Student Workers (30%)

• Recruit and retain Project Success mentors and CADR student employees
• Orient student employees and mentors, providing training for CADR procedures, office operations, and information confidentiality
• Develop and maintain a Project Success student mentor training system and orientation materials
• Supervise student employees and mentors, including scheduling and evaluating staffing needs.
• Supervise and collaborate with program Graduate Assistants, as applicable
• Maintain appropriate hiring and renewal paperwork for student employees and mentors, following UW Oshkosh procedures.
• Oversee student employee and mentor mandatory training to ensure compliance

ADA Accommodations & Compliance (20%)

• Assist with maintaining and updating the disability services database
• Review and assist disability service advisors with consultations for student accommodation requests
• Participate in regular CADR accommodation consultation meetings for complex or unique accommodation requests
• Assess CADR technology and resource needs, assisting the Director with procurement as appropriate
• Serve on committees and work groups to share a disability services and student accommodation compliance perspective
• Create and maintain accurate case notes for student meetings and requests
• Remain current with all relevant institutional, system, and federal policies for student accommodation and compliance

Campus Support & Training (5%)

• Collaborate with the CADR Director and Disability Services Advisors to create and/or update campus support and training resources
• Host workshops, student panels, and attend campus engagement opportunities
• Serve as the primary contact for UWO Graduate programs and the Honors College for accessibility support and communication

Oversee the Project Success Supplemental Support Program (40%)

• Recruit and train student mentors to provide organizational tutoring services
• Evaluate consistency and impact of program services, collecting and sharing outcome data as appropriate
• Attend transition and recruitment events to promote the Project Success program in collaboration with the UWO Admissions Office
• Facilitate prospective student and family meetings and attend on-campus recruitment events to share Project Success information, along with CADR resources.

Other Duties as Assigned by the CADR Director (5%)

Compensation:

Starting at $46,200 commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working with students in an educational, advising, or support services setting. 
• Knowledge of federal regulations related to disability services in higher education, including ADA, Section 504, and FERPA. 
• Experience coordinating student support services, accommodations, or case management. 
• Experience recruiting, training, and/or supervising student employees, mentors, or peer educators. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines. 
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and uphold student confidentiality and privacy. 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners. 
• Ability to assess student needs and connect individuals to appropriate resources and services. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a higher education disability services office, including coordination of accommodations and participation in accommodation request review and consultation processes. 
• Experience interpreting and applying ADA, Section 504, and related compliance requirements within a college or university setting. 
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, or managing student success programs such as tutoring, mentoring, or supplemental instruction initiatives. 
• Experience supervising and developing student staff, including training program design and performance evaluation. 
• Experience utilizing disability services or case management systems (e.g. AIM, Accommodate, or similar) and maintaning detailed case documentation
• Experience assessing program effectiveness, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to support continuous improvement. 
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices, universal design principles, and strategies for supporting individuals with disabilities. 
• Experience collaborating with campus and local partners to support student transition, recruitment, and success initiatives.

Education:

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Degree: Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, or a closely related field.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

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.  

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 7/12/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Contact Information:

For questions regarding your application and additional options to apply, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 920-424-1166

Work Authorization
Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Legal Notices:

Reasonable Accommodations

UWO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 920-424-1166. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWO is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWO will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.   

CBC & Reference Check Policy
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.   

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWO Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see https://uwosh.edu/police/, or call UWO Police Department, at (920) 424-1212 for a paper copy. 

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.