Accessibility Specialist

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Accessibility Specialist Role Title Education Support Spec II Role Code 29143-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 28300199 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Richmond (City) - 760 Hiring Range $47,500 - $50,500 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

As determined by the supervisor.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Accessibility Specialist provides direct student assistance, technical support, and administrative services to support students with disabilities at Reynolds Community College. The position assists students with accessibility resources and accommodation-related services, maintains the Accommodate system, supports the use of assistive technology, and assists students in obtaining instructional materials in alternative formats.

The position works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to facilitate access to approved accommodations and promote an accessible and supportive learning environment.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of policies, procedures, student support services, and resources available to assist students with disabilities.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing disability services and accommodations.
• Working knowledge of the accommodation process, including adaptive software and hardware used to support students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to advise students regarding accommodation processes and available support services.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service by responding to the needs of students, faculty, and staff in a professional, courteous, timely, and supportive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and establish effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Proficiency in using computers and a variety of software applications, including Accommodate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in counseling or a related field.
• Current or recent experience working with individuals with a variety of disabilities.

Additional Considerations Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

As needed between campuses and to college events.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4833P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/29/2026 Job Close Date 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Email talent@reynolds.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102599

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Certificate
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)