Disability Program Specialist I

Job Title
Disability Program Specialist I

Requisition Number
RE54731

Working Title
Disability Accommodations Consult

Department Name
1B330:Disability Resource Center

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
44

Salary Range
$43,805-70,075/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting and/or standing at workstation for extended periods; may require lifting and/or carrying light-weight objects; walking to/from meetings/events.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.

Job Summary

The Accommodation Consultant serves as a key staff member in the DRC whose objective is to ensure that students with documented disabilities receive equal access to academic programs, campus housing, and other university services. The consultant evaluates documentation, determines appropriate accommodations based on individual needs, coordinates with faculty & housing, and helps facilitate an accessible environment campus-wide.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of Assistive Technology and software, Psychological Assessments, Medical Assessments, DSM V Diagnoses and ICD-10.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Family Studies, Higher Education, Assistive Technology, Special Education, School or Clinical Psychology

Deadline to Apply
06/22/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.