Accessibility Specialist

Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, initiating an atmosphere of care via our caring campus model, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.

Organizational Objective:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.

Purpose of Position:
The Accessibility Specialist plays a key role in coordinating academic support services and accommodations for students with disabilities. This includes reviewing educational and medical documentation to assess students’ academic needs and implementing appropriate accommodations. Responsibilities include organizing notetaking services, obtaining educational materials in accessible formats (e.g., electronic, audio, Braille), facilitating adaptive testing, and providing training and technical support on assistive technology to students, faculty, and staff. Success in this role requires adaptability to new technologies and the ability to thrive in diverse environments. The ideal candidate is compassionate, well-organized, communicative, and flexible; and other duties assigned.