Access Specialist
Position Overview
The Access Specialist assists prospective and currently enrolled students with disabilities and is responsible for analyzing disability documentation, determining reasonable accommodations, developing programs and resources to meet students’ needs, advising students regarding the interactive process and their rights and responsibilities relating to accommodations. The Access Specialist consults with faculty on the implementation of approved accommodations. This a full-time, 12-month, in-person position and reports to the Associate Director, Student Access Center. The person in this position is responsible for having knowledge of and being in compliance with Board of Regents and University policies, understanding NCAA rules and regulations applicable to the day-to-day job-related activities applicable to the position that could involve contact with student athletes, and having a working knowledge of ADA regulations.
Unit Overview:
University Academic Support Centers (UASC) is a comprehensive student support program consisting of three unique centers designed to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at the University of Kansas. UASC supports the University’s commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. UASC programs encourage student participation both in and out of the classroom, support academic and personal development, and link students to other campus and community resources for academic and personal support and development. University Academic Support Centers is a department within Academic Success.
Unit Overview:
University Academic Support Centers (UASC) is a comprehensive student support program consisting of three unique centers designed to strengthen the academic skills and written communication of students at the University of Kansas. UASC supports the University’s commitment to the academic success and holistic development of students. UASC programs encourage student participation both in and out of the classroom, support academic and personal development, and link students to other campus and community resources for academic and personal support and development. University Academic Support Centers is a department within Academic Success.
Job Description
70% - Accomodations
- Consult with prospective, intake, and currently registered students and their families/parents regarding academic accommodations.
- Review disability documentation to determine eligibility and reasonable and appropriate academic accommodations.
- Facilitate the registration and accommodation processes in the Access Online system.
- Provide academic coaching for students with disabilities regarding academic concerns such as planning and time management.
- Other duties as assigned (which may include exam proctoring).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- One (1) year relevant experience working with students with disabilities.
- Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite as evidenced in application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years relevant experience working with students with disabilities.
- Experience working with students with disabilities as demonstrated by application materials.
- One (1) year of experience providing academic accommodations for college students with disabilities or academic advising college students.
- Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated through application materials.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Application review begins Monday, March, 23, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume.
- List of three (3) professional references.
Application review begins Monday, March, 23, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Brianna Lichtenauer Wasser
b.lichtenauer.wasser@ku.edu
b.lichtenauer.wasser@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
$50,000
Application Review Begins
Monday March 23, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
Monday April 27, 2026