Student Success and Accessibility Coordinator

Student Success and Accessibility Coordinator

Salary

$50,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Location

RSTC - 100 HWY 83, Evergreen, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

08020

College/Division

RSTC-501020-Counseling and Career Guidance

Opening Date

06/09/2026

Closing Date

6/23/2026 11:59 PM Central

Campus Location

Reid State Technical College

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Authority

The Student Success and Accessibility Coordinator serves as the primary administrator for student mental health initiatives and student Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance. This position is responsible for leading, developing, and managing a comprehensive counseling program, as well as a peer navigation program, that facilitates the educational, personal, social, and career development of a diverse student population. The Student Success and Accessibility Coordinator works collaboratively with all departments and external stakeholders to mitigate barriers to mental wellness and student success. This position reports directly to the Dean of Students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities

At a minimum, the essential functions of the Student Success and Accessibility Coordinator are to:

• Provide crisis intervention and mental health first aid for students experiencing immediate mental health emergencies or personal trauma.
• Develop and execute a cohesive strategy for internal and external stakeholders to support the College's counseling and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) services.
• Manage contracts and partnerships with local mental health agencies and healthcare providers to create a seamless referral network for students requiring long-term clinical care outside the Colleges scope.
• Conduct follow-up evaluations for every student served to track success rates and prepare terminal summary reports.
• Develop and maintain a secure, confidential system for student medical documentation in strict accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
• Serve as the primary institutional authority for ADA and Section 504 compliance to ensure all programs and facilities are accessible.
• Facilitate the intake and placement of students through various assessments and provide expert advisement, including the use of UWill and/or external services.
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and other support programs across all College campuses and sites to synchronize counseling and advising services.
• Establish and lead an institutional "Early Alert" system to identify at-risk students and provide timely intervention before academic failure occurs.
• Facilitate the formal grievance process for students who feel their accommodations have not been met or who experience discrimination.
• Coordinate and provide proactive counseling to students on academic probation to assist with improvement tactics.
• Attend regular training to remain current on new interpretations of the ADA and evolving student success strategies.
• Coordinate with the Registrar's Office to ensure that academic accommodations do not compromise the fundamental requirements of the College's curriculum.
• Develop, lead, and manage a peer navigation program dedicated to identifying barriers and assisting students with college and career success.
• Lead and/or assist with training sessions for student leaders and campus organizations to foster a more engaged and welcoming campus climate.
• Develop specific outreach programs for non-traditional students, veterans, and students from historically underrepresented backgrounds to ensure equitable access to support services.
• Manage the department's budget to ensure sufficient resources for ADA technology (e.g., screen readers, captioning services) and mental wellness resources.
• Prepare regular reports for the Dean of Students and President that analyze trends in student needs and the effectiveness of current interventions.
• Oversee production, printing, and distribution of reports relevant to the success of this role.
• Represent the College on various local and state committee(s), task force(s), and/or professional organizations to advance the institution's mission and vison.
• Actively participate in staff, division, and committee meetings as assigned.
• Perform any other task(s) required by the Dean of Students or President.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution, sound judgment, and the ability to successfully handle high-pressure situations.
• Extensive knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and FERPA/HIPAA privacy regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills, being attentive to detail, and having the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Respect for authority and medical/College regulations without overrides from personal preference.
• Certification and/or understanding of Mental Health First Aid.
• Identification of various addictions and referral/rehabilitation services.
• Willingness and understanding of the need to be flexible with work schedule as workload dictates.
• Understanding and maintenance of confidentiality and professional integrity.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, internal and external to the College.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in counseling, guidance, psychology, social work, or a closely related field is required.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in counseling and ADA compliance at the secondary, postsecondary or corporate and/or nonprofit sector is preferred.

Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a related role; licensed professional counselor (LPC) or Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Alabama; and three (3) years of experience in a related role in higher education is preferred.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

As this is an online application system, please use an email address you regularly monitor, as any follow-up notifications will be sent to the address listed on the application. Please read the entire application procedure before applying.

Applicants must meet the minimum and required qualifications and must submit a completed application through the online application system to be considered for this position. Submission of a completed application packet is the applicants responsibility. To be considered for an interview, only complete application packages will be given consideration; incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

The applicant must submit all the following as outlined:

• A completed official College employment application

• A cover letter addressing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and how your skills align with the essential duties and responsibilities of the posted position.

• The cover letter should be no more than one page in length.

• A current resume

• Written verification of minimum required work experience from a current or previous employer.

• Verification must include employment dates, job title, and indicate whether the employment was full-time or part-time.

• There is a form that can be used, which is available at https://www.rstc.edu/employment, located under Documents,

OR

• A letter on official letterhead and including an authorized signature.
• Copy of unofficial or official transcripts. (Transcripts must confirm the applicant meets educational requirements.)
• If employed by the College, it is the employees responsibility to furnish official transcripts to the Office of Human Resources of Reid State Community College from the institution(s) granting the educational credits.
• Copies of a High School diploma will not be accepted.

Applications must be filed online at: https://www.rstc.edu/employment. If at any point you have problems completing your application, contact the human resources department at Reid State Community College (sbrown@reidstate.edu).

Please note: All application materials must be electronic. It is recommended that you have digital copies (such as PDFs) of your resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), all required transcripts, and any other documents identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the online application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. Reid State Community College does not accept faxed, mailed, or emailed application materials.

Complete application files must be received by the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified from consideration. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

Applicants are responsible for their own travel expenses.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Reid State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Reid State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Reid State Community College will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities who are applicants or employees. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for the interview are encouraged to request it when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the award being made. The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations.

The College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Years Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

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