Accommodations Specialist (48)

Accommodations Specialist

Working Title - Accommodations Specialist

Position Grade - 12

Position Summary - Provides direct support to individuals seeking pregnancy accommodation pursuant to the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, andother civil rights laws.Conducts accommodation analyses, provides referrals, approves reasonable accommodations, and connects individuals with services to support their personal and/or academic goals.Educates campus constituencies regarding support for pregnant workers and conditions related to pregnancy.Provides direct support to individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) including those individuals seeking ADA accommodation.

Conducts disability eligibility analyses, provides referrals facilitates ADA accommodations, and connects individuals with services to support their personal and/or academic goals.Provides direct support to individuals seeking religious accommodation pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.Conducts accommodation analyses, provides referrals, facilitates accommodations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs intake interviews to gain a foundational understanding of individual needs and evaluates information from medical professionals; makes referrals and/or consults with diagnosticians, as necessary.
• Works with individuals to determine reasonable accommodations needed for academic, professional and/or personal success; connects individuals to and/or provides direct resources and services.
• Educates students, families, faculty and staff, on appropriate services for and communications with individuals; compiles and distributes necessary documentation to verify accommodation needs.
• Assists individuals with solving obstacles unique and/or common to pregnant individuals; interfaces with campus constituencies to ensure individuals gain equitable access to resources.
• Increases understanding regarding issues affecting pregnant individuals and individuals with disabilities, by delivering presentations, trainings, workshops and/or educational materials related to research and best practices.
• Creates and presents educational information about religious accommodations.
• Records interactions and analyzes effectiveness of accommodation; compiles reports and analyzes data related to accommodations, compliance, and program efficacy.
• Maintains confidentiality of university and student records, as applicable.
• Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to technology, equipment, applicable laws, regulations, standards and/or systems.
• Serves as a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of PWFA regulations, Title IX, guidelines and standards as applicable to an academic and/or workplace setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA and related Federal and State privacy laws and regulations.
• Strong listening, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of programs/services available to university constituents.
• Ability to assess and interpret individual client needs and to make appropriate referrals to internal or external sources.
• Ability to deliver effective presentations to large and small audiences.
• Ability to use independent judgment to manage and impart confidential information.
• Skilled in facilitating problem solving with individuals regarding personal, professional and/or academic priorities.
• Effective collaboration with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs where applicable.
• Ability to communicate with and relate to individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Conditions of Employment

Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience and knowledge of Title IX of Education Act. Experience in higher education.

Additional Requirements

Campus - Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department - Compliance Ethics & Equal Opp (016A)

Employment Type - Staff

Staff Type - Term - Full-Time

Term End Date - 12 months from start date

Status - Exempt

Pay - $3,844.53 - $5,399.33 Monthly

Benefits Eligible - This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement - As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than.25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required - Yes

For Best Consideration Date - 5/8/2026

Eligible for Remote Work - Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement - This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid, In-State, and Out-of-State.For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities.All Regular employees hired for an Out-of-State RWA must agree to an employee status of Term Appointment and subject to regular renewals no longer than yearly, in accordance with UAP 3200, Employee Classification.

Renewal of Term Appointments is not guaranteed; the remote work arrangement, operational, and business needs will be considered in determining whether to renew the Term Appointment.

Application Instructions - Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.