Disability Resources Operations Coordinator at Grinnell College

Grinnell, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Scheduling, Proctor Coordination, Database Administration, Data Reporting, Data Tracking, Accommodation Portal Management, Compliance, Organizational Skills, Coordination, Project Management, Workflow Management, Data Analysis, Judgment, Discretion, Advising, Partnership Building

Industry

Description

POSITION SUMMARY Disability Resources Operations Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the testing center, including scheduling, proctor coordination, and ensuring consistency in test administration practices. This role also serves as the database administrator for Clockwork. This includes building custom data reports, maintaining access to the accommodation portal for current students and instructors, and ensuring consistent tracking of comprehensive data related to the work of Accessibility and Disability Resources. The coordinator collaborates with Institutional Research to provide regular updates in order to allow for integration of disability-related data into broader campus reporting efforts. As an integral member of the Disability Resources team, the coordinator plays a critical role in delivering high-quality services that support course modifications and auxiliary aids, ensuring compliance with disability law, advancing campus pluralism, and aligning with Grinnell College’s mission and values. This role is an 11-month position. The off-term time for this role will be used during half of spring break, during the end of May (after graduation) and beginning of June (before June 10th), and/or in 1 day per week increments during January, June, or July. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate daily testing center operations. * Monitor academic accommodation letter distribution * Maintain and manage disability data; collaborate with Institutional Research. * Stay current with evolving legal standards related to testing accommodations. * Exercise independent judgment in implementing exam related accommodations, often without direct supervision. * This role requires some evening and weekend hours. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications * Approximately 3–5 years of relevant professional experience * Demonstrated organizational, coordination, and project management skills * Experience working in higher education or similarly structured environments * Ability to manage scheduling logistics, program coordination, and operational workflows * Comfort working with databases and administrative systems, including data tracking and reporting Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree preferred. Strong preference for candidates with experience in higher education, disability resources, or related fields. Relevant experience in areas such as disability support services, special education, vocational rehabilitation, or student services would be considered highly valuable and may substitute for formal educational credentials. * Professional Competencies: Strong judgment, high accuracy under pressure, ability to handle multiple priorities, and demonstrated dependability and discretion in managing confidential information. * Knowledge & Expertise: Understandi ng of disability services in a college setting, including FERPA, ADA compliance, test administration, and the evolving needs of diverse student populations. * Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to advise students effectively, build strong campus partnerships, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a commitment to continuous learning. * Demonstrated experience with SQL or another programming language.

Responsibilities

The coordinator oversees daily testing center operations, including scheduling and proctor coordination, while also serving as the database administrator for Clockwork, managing data reports and access to the accommodation portal. This role ensures consistency in test administration practices and collaborates with Institutional Research for campus data integration.