Student Accessibility Manager

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The Opportunity

As a member of the Student Affairs team, the Student Accessibility Manager (SAM) will report to the Assistant Director of Student Accessibility Services. The SAM is responsible for supporting Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide students with disabilities by providing individualized accommodation and services to ensure equal access to educational opportunities. This individual will assess student needs through review and evaluation of supportive documentation and intake appointments, develop support plans, manage confidential student records, maintain detailed accurate records, and present resources. The SAM will also be expected to perform administrative and training functions and collaborate with faculty and staff to create an inclusive academic environment.

The SAM will be tasked with removing barriers for students with disabilities and ensuring equal opportunity and accessibility to Post-Secondary Education while supporting student access, retention, and engagement. The SAM will collaborate with Student Affairs team members to develop, implement and evaluate innovative programs and services that provide support for the diverse student population at ERAU-WW.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle
- Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding Buckle up for a healthier, happier you
- Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
- Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
- Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Qualifications

Required Education and Qualifications:
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Psychology, Social work or any related field.

Required skills, knowledge, abilities:

- Interpersonal: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students, faculty and staff
- Organizational: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and maintain detailed and accurate records
- Knowledgeable: Familiarity with disability laws (e.g, ADA, Section 504) and best practices in accessibility and accommodations. Familiarity with FERPA and management of confidential information.
- Problem Solving: Ability to assess complex situations and develop effective solutions tailored to individual needs
- Cultural Competence: Understanding of diverse backgrounds and the ability to create an inclusive environment
- Technical: Proficiency using data management systems

Additional comments regarding education/experience requirements:

- 1-3 years of work related experience in Student Support, preferred
- Bachelor required; Masters preferred
- Experience in a higher education setting, preferred
- Experience working with military students, preferred

Application process/requirements

Embry-Riddle Career Site

Cover letter

Full Resume

Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federa