Job Details
Salary : $67,000.00 - $72,000.00 Annually
Location : Tacoma WA 98466, WA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-15-AP #MON
Division: Student Affairs
Department: Entry and Access Services
Opening Date: 06/04/2024
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
Who We Are
Priority Consideration Date: July 7, 2024
Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.
Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.
We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:
- Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
- Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
- Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
- Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
- Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
- Care deeply about student success
- Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
- Reflect the diversity of our community
Position PurposeThe Accommodation Specialist consults with and advises students with disabilities, reviews documentation, develops reasonable accommodations and oversees the delivery of access services to Access Services students. They serve as a campus resource specialist in the development of accommodations and academic adjustments for this population, providing on-going consultation and problem-solving assistance to faculty and staff. The Accommodation Specialist also assists with proctoring throughout the year.
This position serves as a point of contact with student services offices such as counseling, advising, Career Center, Fresh Start, Running Start, Writing and Tutoring Center, and The Center for Student Advocacy and Multicultural Support. This position is also a point of contact with faculty and academic services such as eLearning, Basic Education for Adults (BEdA), and The Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) Program. The Accommodation Specialist serves on departmental, division, and college committees and assists with developing program policies and procedures. This position will also help staff to develop and present informational workshops to the college at large. This position reports to the Director of Access Services.
Essential Functions - Serve as a primary contact for students with disabilities.
- Evaluate the needs of students with disabilities for educational access and accommodation and facilitate the delivery of the appropriate accommodations to meet student needs.
- Provide assistance with alternative testing accommodations and proctoring of Access Services students throughout the year (may include: midterm and final exam support, reading and scribing for exams, etc.)
- Provide coaching and support to foster independence and self-advocacy and ability to refer students to other support services such as tutoring, counseling, and advising.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and professional standards related to accommodations and maintain all necessary documentation.
- Recommend service providers, equipment, and instruction/support service methods for students requiring specialized or customized accommodations.
- Consult with staff, faculty, and community resource personnel concerning support in the best interest of students with disabilities with a view towards educational completion.
- Collaborate across a variety of campus departments and committees to provide disability awareness trainings for faculty, staff, and students.
- Functions as a resource for staff and faculty throughout the college by providing training, technical assistance, and guidance on how to proactively ensure equal access for students through academic accommodations.
- Takes a leadership role in developing programs and/or serving specific student populations. Develop intersectional services for specific student disability populations (for example: veterans, undocumented students, Native American Students, LGBTQ2S+, etc.)
- Maintain routine correspondence with students, accommodation providers, and staff.
- Attend conferences and meetings, in and out of state, appropriate to the function of the position.
- Serve as a representative on the Access Services Faculty and Staff Liaison Group.
- Facilitate front office operations as needed, e.g., greet visitors, respond to in-person and telephone inquiries, schedule testing or appointments, problem solve, assist with record keeping, and provide backup assistance to other staff, as needed.
- Assist the Director with budget activities, including monitoring all accounts, monthly reconciliation, ordering/purchasing, planning disability allocations, and coordinating ordering distribution and set-up.
- Maintain the Access Services Disability Services data base, Accessible Information Management (A.I.M.)in conjunction with ctcLink.
- Onboard and supervise part-time front desk employees, work-study students, and interns. Monitor productivity, timecards, and conduct quarterly evaluations.
- Assist the director in applying for Professional Development funds for office training, including creating funding requests and completing reimbursement documentation.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social services, education, career counseling, business, communication, special education, or closely related field.
- 2 years of experience assessing the needs, evaluating and placement of individuals with disabilities in higher education.
- OR equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in social services, education, career counseling, business, communication, special education, or closely related field.
- Experience in reviewing medical, psychological, educational, and other appropriate documentation to determine students' eligibility for accommodations.
- Experience with Accessible Information Management (AIM) software.
Conditions of Employment- Successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Duties of the position require knowledge, skills and abilities:- Experience providing academic advising and academic adjustments/ accommodations to students with disabilities, OR equivalent education/experience.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong computer skills to include working with databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
- Knowledge and understanding of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA and other pertinent federal and state laws that provide for an accessible higher education experience for students with disabilities.
- Working knowledge of the different models of disability.
- Knowledge of universal design for people with disabilities.
- Sensitivity and competency in working with a diverse population.
- Ability to effectively work as a member of a team and to work collaboratively with others to advance the college towards the completion of shared goals.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of departmental and student records.
- Ability to promote and maintain a healthy and positive work environment with collegial and cooperative work relationships.
- Ability to work well in difficult, stressful, or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that minimize conflict with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
- Knowledge of assistive technology equipment, electronic information, alternate media formats, and software.
- An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize a heavy workload.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct outreach and training regarding disability and disability access.
- Ability to communicate and relate well with diverse populations, students, faculty, staff, and the general public in a friendly, courteous, respectful and professional manner.
- Ability to represent the college effectively at all levels, both internally and externally.
Application Process Complete application packages must include the following:
- Tacoma Community College online application form.
- Resume and cover letter - In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities for this position.
- Copies of unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
- Diversity Statement: At TCC, we celebrate our diverse community, and we believe our people are our greatest asset. We stand for social justice, implement best practices to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion, and collaborate to dismantle systemic racism. Please attach a statement (maximum 750 words) describing how you've demonstrated your commitment to diversity and social justice and how this will inform your work in this position.
Terms of Employment This is a full-time professional position contracted on an annual basis. The salary is $67,000 - $72,000 annually, starting July 1, the salary range will be $69,000-$74,000. The work hours are Monday through Friday; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Must be available occasional evenings, nights, and weekends as needed. Summer schedule may vary to four 10-hour days. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and verified by National Student Clearinghouse. International degrees will be verified for U.S. equivalency. A collective bargaining agreement exists and membership in the Washington Federation of State Employees or payment of a service fee is available anytime upon employment. Washington State Legislature allocates funding for this position through the Guided Pathways programs. Employment is contingent upon continued state support.
Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-###-####; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Building 7, 253-###-####. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Tacoma Community College, Human Resources
6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466 The benefits information presented on this page is a summary of College provided benefits. This information is subject to change and is subject to the provisions of any legislative mandates and College policy changes. For more detailed information about Tacoma Community College (TCC) benefits, please do not hesitate to contact the College benefits coordinator at (253) ###-####.
TCC offers a comprehensive benefits package which include medical, dental, life insurance, and long- term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement System
Eligibility
Full-time faculty, classified staff, administrators and professional staff are eligible for benefits. Hourly employees and part-time faculty may be eligible for benefits if, and when, they meet specific criteria and are notified by TCC Human Resources.
Effective Date of Coverage
Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire, or date of achieving eligibility status. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately.
Health Insurance
Medical Plans
Eligible employees have several medical plan options to select from (provided by PEBB). Employees pay a monthly premium through payroll deduction.
Premium Rates Effective January 1, 2024
Resources:
Dental PlansEmployees choose from three dental plans. TCC covers the full dental premium for employees and enrolled dependents.
Resource:
VisionCovered under medical plan chosen.
Waiving Medical CoverageIf you have other employer-based medical insurance, Medicare or TRICARE, you have the option to waive PEBB medical coverage. Dental is mandatory for all eligible employees and cannot be waived, unless enrolled in dental coverage as a dependent under a SEBB (School District Employee Benefits Board) plan.
Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) & Limited Purpose FSAFSA & DCAP accounts allow employees to set aside pre-taxed dollars to cover out-of-pocket health care and/or childcare expenses.
Members of WFSE (HE CCC) and WPEA, will be eligible to receive a $250 FSA card if employed as of November 1, 2023 with an annual full-time equivalent salary of less than $60,000, and is enrolled in a non-CDHP medical plan as of January 1 of the plan year that FSA funds are made available. This card is
issued by PEBB in the following January and does not count against the annual FSA limit, if enrolled in an FSA with Navia.
The Limited Purpose FSA is eligible for employees who are enrolled in a consumer-directed health plan (CDHP) that has a Health Savings Account. The Limited Purpose FSA is only for dental and vision expenses.
Resource:
Life InsuranceBenefits eligible employees, lawful spouse or same-sex domestic partner, dependent children under 26 years of age are eligible to enroll in life insurance. Coverage is effective first of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.
Basic Coverage: $35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) This is employer-provided at no cost to the employee.
Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage(s): Any supplemental term life insurance and AD&D coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner, and family is available at additional cost to the employee.
Resource:
(LTD)
Basic LTD: Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability earnings, reduced by any deductible income at no cost to the employee.
Supplemental LTD: Supplemental LTD coverage to replace at 60% or 50% of full pre-disability earnings is available at an additional cost to the employee.
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PAID LEAVEClassified staff, Administrators, and Professional staff are eligible for paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, along with paid federal holidays. Classified Monthly vacation entitlement amounts can vary from 11.33 to 16.67 hours per month depending on the length of state service. Administrator/Exempt Professional vacation leave is 16.00 hours per month. Monthly sick leave entitlement is 8.00 hours per month based on 100% FTE position and will be prorated accordingly if less than 100% FTE. Annual personal leave entitlement varies depending on employee type. Full-time classified, administrators, and professional staff are paid for all federal holidays.
Full-time faculty receive 84.00 hours of paid sick leave per academic year along with 28.00 hours of personal leave. Full-time faculty are paid on an annual contract and do not receive pay for federal holidays.
Part-time faculty receive sick leave each quarter using a formula based on the total FTE% from the cumulative teaching contracts issued to them that quarter. They would receive 7.00 hours of personal leave if they are issued a multi-quarter appointment at the start of the academic year. Part-time faculty do not receive pay for federal holidays.
Part-time hourly and student employees receive 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked in a month (and fractions, thereof). Up to 40 hours of sick leave can carry over from one calendar year to the next.
If a part-time hourly or student employee is hired into a full-time position, the sick leave hours earned in the part-time position do not carry over to the full-time position. Part-time hourly and student employees are not paid for federal holidays.
Monthly entitlements are given at the beginning of the following month.
All employees in salaried positions may take up to five days of paid bereavement time off for the death of a family member. This is separate from the sick leave or vacation leave.
RETIREMENTRetirement participation is mandatory for retirement benefit eligible TCC employees. Employees are offered a choice between two retirement plans and that choice is generally irrevocable while employed at TCC.
Classified Employees and (retirement eligible) Part-Time hourly:
Classified employees and eligible part-time hourly employees must choose between the Public Employees Retirement Systems (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3. More information about these plans can be found at this link:
Faculty:
Faculty can choose to enroll in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) with the plan administrator being TIAA or the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 2 or Plan 3 administered by the Department of Retirement System (DRS). Prior history in any of these plans may limit current plan choice. Click to compare TRS Plan 2, TRS Plan 3, and SBRP.
SBRP -TIAA- This is a Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age.
TRS Plan 2- A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation.
TRS Plan 3- A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components. The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part.
Administrative/Exempt Employees
Administrators and Exempt employees may choose to participate in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), administered by TIAA, or the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3, administered by the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Prior history in a Washington State Retirement Plan may limit plan choice. Click to compare PERS Plan 2, PERS Plan 3, and SBRP.
SBRP/TIAA- This is a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. The employee contributes a mandatory defined amount and the state matches the employee's contributions. Contribution rates are based on age.
PERS Plan 2- A 401(a) defined benefit plan. TCC and employee contribute a percentage of salary to fund the plan. Your monthly benefit at retirement will be based on your earned service credit and compensation.
PERS Plan 3- A 401(a) hybrid plan with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution components. The defined contribution portion of the plan is funded through mandatory employee contributions. The employee may choose between six contribution options. TCC contributes to Defined Benefit part.
PERS Rates Effective September 1, 2023
TRS Rates Effective September 1, 2023.
State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) - Contributions Rates:Contributions are based on your age:
Voluntary Retirement Savings:State Board Voluntary Investment Program (SBVIP):SBVIP is a voluntary, optional, unmatched retirement savings plan, operating under Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), administered by TIAA. SBVIP participants may contribute on a pre-tax and/or after-tax (Roth) basis, up to the annual IRS limit and can start and stop their contributions at any time during employment. Contact Human Resources to start/stop contributions.
Deferred Compensation Program (DCP):Tax-deferred savings plan administered by the Department of Retirement Systems. in DCP 3 months after hire at a contribution rate of 3%. Employees are sent a notification letter within approximately 30 days of hire. This notice includes information about auto-enrollment and the necessary steps to take if one chooses to opt-out or make changes to their DCP enrollment. Contributions can be changed at any time during employment. Following the initial auto- enrollment possibility, employees would contact DRS to setup contributions and can contribute on a pre- tax basis up to the annual IRS limit.
Tuition WaiverAdministrative, Classified, Full-time Faculty, and Part-Time faculty employed for more than 50% FTE are eligible to register for space-available classes, up to 10 credits per quarter, with the State Employee Tuition Waiver program. Class registration and any applicable class fee will still apply. Click here for the
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Contact Liberty Mutual at 1-800-###-#### and mention that you are a State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) or visit a local Liberty Mutual office and let them know you are State of Washington PEBB Member (client #8246) for a quote.
Collective Bargaining Agreements:WFSE Higher Education Community College Coalition:
WPEA Higher Education:
WFSE Represented Exempt Bargaining Unit:
TCC Faculty Negotiated Agreement:
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Which best describes your level of education?
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Some College
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- Masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university
02
What is the field or discipline of your degree? N/A if not applicable
03
How many years of experience do you possess assessing the needs, evaluating and placement of individuals with disabilities in higher education?
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year less than 2 years
- More than 2 year less than 4 years
- More than 4 year less than 6 years
- Over the 6 years
04
Explain your experience in reviewing medical, psychological, educational, and other appropriate documentation to determine students' eligibility for accommodations.
05
Do you possess experience with Accessible Information Management (AIM) software?
Required Question