To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Visually Impaired Services Coordinator (CS26-093). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

What You Will Do

Employee performs essential tasks related to the support and retention of SIUE ACCESS students with visual impairments. This includes conducting assessments to determine need in developing individualized accommodations, arranging and coordinating services such as assistive technology and access to other campus resources and community supports, providing counseling and guidance and access to orientation and mobility and orientation and mobility training. The position will advocate for the needs of visually impaired clients and raise awareness about services for those with visual impairments while implementing and participating in program development, implementation and evaluation for blind students and students with visual impairments.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, or a related field
1+ years’ experience in student services, advising, or related roles within an educational institution or equivalent
1+ years’ experience working with students with disabilities or personally navigating visual impairment and subsequent services
Years can be concurrent

Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of assistive technology and its application

Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, or a related field

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5002 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu.