Health and Wellness Services at Fort Hays State University is seeking an Accessibility Services Advisor as part of the Student Support team. This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Counseling Services. Fort Hays State University recognizes that disability reflects diverse characteristics and experiences, and is an aspect of diversity that is integral to society. This position collaborates with students, instructors, staff, and community members to create useable, equitable, inclusive and sustainable learning environments. Health and Wellness Services is committed to supporting Fort Hays State University as a non-discriminating campus for qualified students with disabilities as mandated by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.
The Accessibility Services Advisor contributes to the overall functioning as it relates to the accommodative needs of students with a variety of disabilities, ranging from physical and chronic health impairments to learning and psychological conditions. These needs are assessed in relation to the environmental barriers that may create a discriminating effect for the student's desire for academic success. Accommodations and advocacy support are provided based on the individual need of students and within the resources available to the office. Although contact with students is primarily on an individual basis, interaction with other campus entities, including faculty, staff and groups of students is also expected.
Responsibilities:
Direct Student Service includes:
Other duties may include:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful candidates will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check. Salary range commensurate with qualification/experience, twelve-month position with benefits.
Benefits: To view FHSU's competitive benefits package visit FHSU Benefits.
Priority Deadline: May 27, 2025. Review of applicants will begin immediately following the priority deadline and continue until the position is filled.
Application Process: To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers.
Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume, along with names and contact information for three professional references.
Application documents should be submitted in one PDF file.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Name: RJ Schnack
Email: rcschnack@fhsu.edu
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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