Access Consultant

Division: Student Affairs

Department/Office: Student Accessibility & Accommodation

The Student Accessibility & Accommodations office at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time Access Consultant position.

This position exists to support the Student Accessibility & Accommodations office in its mission to advance access for the whole student. In particular, the position of Access Consultant is primarily responsible for the delivery of academic accommodations and academic support for students with disabilities. In addition, the position is responsible for training, consultation and support for faculty and staff of the university.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized support to students through one on one meetings with students to identify barriers to their learning, and work with campus partners to address barriers
• Develop appropriate academic accommodation letters for students based on their educational history and pertinent documentation
• Provide consultation regarding the accommodation needs of students, and work to coordinate, plan and enact the process necessary to provide access
• Provide faculty/staff development sessions on accessibility, universal design, etc
• Participate in departmental meetings, committee meetings, Student Affairs division events, and University Events
• Work in concert with the Student Accessibility & Accommodations team to plan, logistically coordinate, and disseminate the accommodation needs for students
• Provide direction to the Tech Lab student employees on textbook conversion needs, assist the Tech Lab with text conversion work
• Outreach to vendors (e.g., interpreters, transcribing services, Braille providers, etc.) to manage accommodation provision needs, and work with the Testing Specialist to schedule and proctor testing accommodation needs

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid 'gift' days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time
• Paid parental leave after one year of service

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working with high school students or college aged adults.
• Knowledge of federal law as it pertains to individuals with disabilities.
• Experience working with a variety of students of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• AND EITHER
• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of full-time professional experience providing accommodation services, student advising, TRIO success coaching, rehabilitation counseling, ASL interpreting or a related student services position.
• OR six (6) years of full-time professional experience providing accommodation services, student advising, TRIO success coaching, rehabilitation counseling, ASL interpreting or a related student services position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
• Knowledge of assistive technology related to accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Conversational in one of the following languages: American Sign Language (ASL), Hmong, Somali, Spanish.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220760-STAFF

Posting Start Date: 09/08/2025

Application Deadline: 9/12/2025

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/10203.

Compensation: The salary for this position is $42,000 - $46,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to 'love of neighbor without distinction' and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.