MnSCU Academic Professional 1 - Access Specialist at Minnstate

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Working Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 1 - Access Specialist

Institution:

Inver Hills Community CollegeMnSCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Inver Grove HeightsRosemount

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$23.98 - $34.69

Job Description

The access specialist will serve students with disabilities by determining appropriate academic accommodations and providing personalized support to enhance their academic success. This role involves supporting students in process of determining reasonable accommodations, referral to campus resources, empowering self-advocacy and helping them navigate academic environments. The access specialist will work as an essential member of Accessibility/ Disability Resources team at Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College. They will also work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to ensure students with disabilities receive the support needed to thrive in their academic pursuits.

Salary Range:

$23.98 - $34.69/Hour; $50,070 - $72,433 Annually

Minimum Qualifications

• One full-time year (or equivalent) of professional experience supporting students with disabilities in either K-12 or higher education settings. A bachelor's degree may substitute for 1 year of professional experience, an associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.

• Experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities including, but not limited to, students with mental health, learning, attentional disabilities; students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, students with Physical Impairments, and students who identify as Neurodivergent (with or without formal diagnosis)

• Proficiency with case management or learning platforms.

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

• Experience in STEM-focused educational environments.

• Experience with intake processes including reviewing (under the guidance of the Directors), medical, psychological, and other documentation for accommodations.

• At least one year of experience supporting students with disabilities in a collegiate environment.

• Working knowledge of laws pertaining to accessibility, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (revised); the Vocational Rehabilitation Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and the Respond, Innovate, Succeed, and Empower Act.

Physical Requirements

• Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time

Additional Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm (Some flexibility/variability)

Some evenings/weekends possible.

Telework (Yes/No)

May be eligible to telework, based upon the need of the department.

Application Procedure

The required documents listed below must be included in your application to be considered for initial review. If not submitted, your application will be marked as incomplete:

• Current Resume: Resume must include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and Indicate average hours worked per week for each job.

• Cover Letter

• Transcript (Optional)

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State

Internal Applicants

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub.  Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

Contact
If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Angela Loza, HR Coordinator at [email protected] or [email protected] and or at 651-450-3371.

If you experience any issues while submitting your application or creating an account please contact [email protected] for assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement    
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

About

Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills, we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus.. Through career exploration and professional preparation, our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.

Inver Hills is aligned with Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Located nine miles away on County Road 42 via U.S. Route 52, DCTC offers a broad range of professional, technical, and liberal arts programs that complement academic programs at Inver Hills. Both Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

10-22-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

09-17-2025

Close Date:

10-03-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Julia Glenn

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected] Apply Now