Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Department Summary

Student Accessibility and Accommodation Services (SAAS) is a student-centered unit within the Division of Student Life whose work is guided by best-practice standards and interventions utilizing a multidimensional model of student well-being.  SAAS oversees four key resources: Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), Adaptive Sports and Fitness program (ASF), Testing Accommodation Centers (TAC), and Academic Support and Access Partnerships (ASAP) and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility by providing support services, advocacy, and academic accommodations to students with disabilities. SAAS  is strongly committed to outreach services to the academic community at large, promoting awareness of disability issues and providing support for equal access for all students. SAAS is a partner to students, faculty, and staff in the pursuit of developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor of the TAC, will coordinate, schedule, and implement services in the Testing Accommodation Centers; coordinate testing services for students with disabilities, including scheduling appointments, collecting confidential tests from instructors, preparing tests for facilitation, and overseeing the proctoring of tests; support the Supervisor with making recommendations regarding the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the day-to-day operations of the TAC; collaborate with Testing Assistants to ensure the testing situation meets the recommended accommodations; monitor student behavior in the Testing Center and resolve or report test irregularities; under the guidance of the Supervisor, will train student temp workers and coordinate tasks of proctors as needed; orient students using new equipment and provide on-going support; coordinate the provision of adaptive equipment and furniture. Assist with data collection regarding accommodations and service delivery. Requires the ability to exercise independent judgment and employ basic reasoning skills. 

This is a 9-month seasonal position, from mid-August through mid-May each year. The posting salary range for this position reflects: $29,736- $34,200 based on a 9-month seasonal appointment- The starting salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

(Note, a 12-month posting salary range for this position reflects $39,650- $45,600).
 

Responsibilities*

80% Facilitation of Accommodated Exams:

20% Exam Preparation/Planning:

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Position Criteria:

Working conditions

Physical requirements

Direct reports

Additional Information

Selected candidates whose start date is after 4/1/2024 or before 8/31/2024 will not be eligible for the university FY 24-25 salary/merit plan unless otherwise notified.

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.  

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this position.

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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