Disability Specialist (Multiple Vacancies)

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Newark, NJ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $71K - $109K

💻 Other

🗓️ October 7th, 2025

JAWS

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Disability Specialist to ensure the delivery of reasonable accommodations to eligible students at the Newark campus. The role involves planning and providing academic adjustments and auxiliary aids, conducting student interviews, reviewing documentation, consulting with faculty, and collaborating with university offices and external agencies to support students with disabilities in compliance with federal regulations and university policies.

Highlights

Plan and organize reasonable accommodations for students with various physical, psychological, learning, health-related, and neurological disabilities.
Conduct initial and follow-up interviews with students, review documentation, prepare accommodation letters, and evaluate eligibility for services.
Consult with faculty and staff on implementing accommodations and develop disability awareness programs for the university community.
Collaborate with other university offices and external agencies as appropriate.
Strong computer skills required, including proficiency with database systems, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, social media tools, and accessible technologies.
Familiarity with assistive technologies such as Kurzweil, screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver), Live Scribe pens, FM systems, and speech-to-text software.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Counselor Education, Special Education, Counseling Psychology, or related field, plus at least two years of relevant experience in higher education disability services.
Master's degree and certification in Rehabilitation Counseling Education preferred, along with experience in clinical or school psychology, neuropsychology, or social work.
Salary range is $71,447 to $109,422 annually, with final offer based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits include medical, dental, paid leave, retirement plans, educational benefits, and employee discounts.