New 
Access Specialist
 University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee | |
 United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee | |
 Nov 05, 2026 | |
 Access Specialist Milwaukee, WI Full Time JR10015894 Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Access Specialist Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Disability Services Advisor Job Duties: This Disability Services Advisor will facilitate the provision of reasonable accommodations for populations with disabilities to ensure equal access to the programs, services, and activities of the institution. The position recommends and facilitates reasonable accommodations for populations with disabilities to ensure access to the physical, educational, and social activities of the institution. Key Job Responsibilities: Duties and Key Job Responsibilities: Student Services 85%
Campus and Community Services 10%
Other duties assigned, projects, and committee work. 5%
Department: The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) seeks a full-time Disability Services Advisor to join our team. This is a ten-month position; off for one month in summer and one month over Winterim (exact dates TBD based on academic calendar). The UWM Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) collaborates with students, faculty and staff to create an equitable and an inclusive campus. We promote and facilitate awareness and access through training, partnerships, innovative programs, and accommodations to ensure disabled students experience every avenue of college life, and have written about our history in Telling Our Stories: A History of Diversity at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 1956-2022. We also align with the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) concept of disability informed by social justice and with the AHEAD statement on language. Specifically, ARC is adopting and encouraging the use of identity-first language across all communication, information, and materials. Compensation: $56,000 - $60,000, full-time rate, paid for 10 months of work (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience) Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
How to Apply: Applicants must apply on-line on our job opportunities website by the application deadline of Friday, December 04th, 2026, and submit both of the following documents addressing the candidate's professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the application to ensure full consideration. In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed. Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified. Contact Information: Angela Broderick - HR Coordinator Email: wickhama@uwm.edu (preferred contact method) Phone: (414) 229-3379 Reasonable Accommodations Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment Authorization In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Access-Specialist_JR10015894. je-68c104def88c4700b98a24edcbd229fa | |