"Academic Resource Specialist"

Academic Resource Specialist

Company:
University of Oklahoma

Job Location:

Category:
Disability and Accessibility Services

Type:
Full-Time

Job Number:
260313

Organization: Disability Resource Center

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman Campus

Schedule:

Work Schedule: M - F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted salary: $40,000 annually, based on experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter

Job Description

The focus of the Academic Resource Specialist (ARS) position in the Accessibility and Disability Resource Center is to coordinate and help facilitate accommodation between students and faculty members. The academic resources specialist will help to orient students to the ADRC space and other university resources. The ARSs will host group coaching sessions and provide one-to-one meetings to address access issues or concerns. The ARS will help to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and maintain contact with students with disabilities needing additional support services.

Essential Duties:

• Performs office duties and coordination in support of student programs or services.
• Maintains files indicating student progress, letters of recommendations, transcripts, etc., as required.
• Assists students and residents by providing information pertaining to lectures, exams, national board exams, financial aid, textbook procurement, etc.
• Interfaces with Student Services in matters concerning grades, transcripts, and student status.
• Participates in planning and implementation of orientation for new students or medical residents.
• Coordinates schedules or rotations for students and/or medical residents within or outside the college or department.
• Interfaces with /physicians and hospitals while representing the University in order to explain the program, gather information needed to facilitate scheduling, etc.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, AND:

• 1 year of related experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Experience or a combination of education & related experience can be considered in lieu of degree. A one-to-one ratio is used to determine the number of years of experience required in place of a degree.

Skills:

• Knowledge of operating within a university culture and setting.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong process improvement skills/experience.
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative and respectful manner.
• Ability to multi-task and deal with complexity frequently.
• Ability to complete projects on time.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use Microsoft Windows and Mac, including Word and Outlook. As well as perform general office skills.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with regular use of computers
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for events, outreach, or urgent student needs
• Work involves access to sensitive student information and requires strict adherence to FERPA, HIPAA, and institutional confidentiality policies
• Occasional travel may be required for conferences, training, or professional development activities related to disability law, accessibility, or higher education

Departmental Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree and 24 months of program development, training, and diversity programming experience
• Master's degree
• Experience in engagement with advocacy-based and grassroots organizations that serve Higher Education and communities with disabilities or an associated field

Supervision: Will supervise Graduate assistants.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU, we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes

Special Indications: None

Job Posting: Feb 27, 2026

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