Job Title: Disability Adviser
Department: Office of Accessible Education 
Schedule: Full Time (100% FTE)
Appointment Duration: Continuing
Grade: H
Exemption: Exempt 
Job Code: 7502 
Vacancies: 1

Would you like to use your unique skills to assist students with disabilities by helping to determine their academic and housing accommodations? You will use your expertise to analyze their individual situations and medical documentation to develop their accommodation plan. 

Successful applicants will have an understanding of the university environment and s/he must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to prioritize and complete assignments in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity to serve as Disability Adviser in the Office of Accessible Education (OAE) could be the right one for you! 

The Office of Accessible Education is proud to be part of the division of Student Affairs, which advances student development and learning; fosters community engagement; promotes diversity, inclusion and respect; and empowers students to thrive.

JOB PURPOSE

The Disability Adviser administers, implements, and interprets university and department policies and procedures on issues regarding accessibility and accommodations for students with disabilities. Identify, clarify, and resolve highly visible or complex issues with substantial significance and impact that may span multiple areas, using advanced technical and professional knowledge requiring independent judgment.

The Disability Adviser also interacts with faculty and other Stanford departments including admissions, financial aid, housing, registrar services, visa services, student life, advising, career counseling and academic services. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Disability Advising, Office of Accessible Education.

CORE DUTIES*:

• Administer accessible education programs and services, evaluate and recommend decisions on program eligibility. Review decisions recommended by other staff.
• Review medical documentation submitted by students to determine eligibility for specific housing and academic accommodations.
• Communicate with other departments and faculty about the authorized accommodations for students in assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with others to help resolve program issues and concerns, interpret policies, and mediate complex and sensitive issues.
• Work with Housing Assignments and Housing Operations to ensure a student’s disability-related accommodation needs are met in on-campus housing.
• Resolve multi-dimensional matters in response to students in crisis, at risk, or who have other program issues, counsel students and parents on sensitive and confidential issues.
• Attend case management meetings with both Dean of Students and other units’ staff to resolve emergent problems involving at risk students.
• Reconcile complex issues; analyze diverse transactions from multiple sources.
• Summarize data from multiple sources, prepare manage reports and presentations.
• Identify and evaluate data needs, manage the implementation and development of technology.
• Contribute to the development and implement plans for outreach efforts to assigned college(s) and departments, represent department and university at meetings and events.
• Provide advice to students on a range of issues, including, but not limited to, academic progress, academic program policies, career plans, accessibility, community standards, etc., in order to guide them in making appropriate choices and decisions.
• Apprise students of research, fellowship and scholarship opportunities; make recommendations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to students and other departments; deliver training and education programs; represent department.
• Contribute to development of business practices and organizational change to improve processes and workflow.
• Serve as a key member of university wide teams and projects.
• May serve on various VPSA committees as needed.
• Other duties may also be assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management.
• Advanced analysis and problem solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced customer service skills.
• Relevant computer systems/technology experience.
• Understanding of financial transactions.
• Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

Certifications and Licenses:

None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience at the post-secondary level in evaluating documentation and determining appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities very desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.

• Occasionally stand, walk, twist, use fine manipulation, grasp, use a telephone, write by hand, sort and file paperwork, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application.

The mission of the Office of Accessible Education is to provide a level playing field to all students with disabilities at Stanford University to thrive and reach their optimal potential.

Stanford University, located in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world. 

Supporting that mission is a staff of more than 10,000, which is rooted in a culture of excellence and values innovation, collaboration, and life-long learning. To foster the talents and aspirations of our staff, Stanford offers career development programs, competitive pay that reflects market trends and benefits that increase financial stability and promote healthy, fulfilling lives. An award-winning employer, Stanford offers an exceptional setting for professionals looking to advance their careers. 

Finalist candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.