University of New England · 1 day ago
Administrative Coordinator, Student Access
Portland, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of New England is Maine’s largest private university, offering a supportive community and a variety of programs. The Administrative Coordinator for Student Access is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Student Access Department, providing guidance to students applying for ADA accommodations and ensuring the smooth functioning of the Student Access Test Center.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as an integral member of the Student Access Center team, providing informed guidance to students applying for ADA accommodations
Triage student accommodation requests and route them to the appropriate Student Access Coordinators
Coordinate daily operations of the Student Access Test Center, including exam scheduling and proctoring support
Act as the primary Student Access Center proctor, ensuring a secure and supportive testing environment
Maintain accurate and confidential student records, files, and testing data, including ongoing reporting
Serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and professional staff, responding to inquiries with professionalism and clarity
Effectively manage high-stress situations using strong problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills
Support the implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures related to Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Collaborate with campus partners to support students who self-identify as having a disability
Work closely with internal departments to advance the University’s mission and deliver a high level of service to students and faculty
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in an appropriate discipline plus 3 to 4 years of relevant clerical and administrative experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired
Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including UNE faculty, professional staff, students and family members
Good planning, administrative and organizational skills; writing, math and basic research skills
Good typing/word processing and other general office skills
Previous experience in organizing and maintaining moderately complex filing and record-keeping systems, including relevant experience with computerized information systems
Good general understanding of higher education organizational structure and administrative operations
Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals inside and outside of the University
Ability to work independently
Preferred
Letter of Recommendation
Benefits
Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
Up to 8% retirement plan match.
Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
Company
University of New England
UNE is a university offering undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs in liberal arts, science, health and medicine areas.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.3MKey Investors
Cornelia Cogswell Rossi Foundation
2022-10-26Grant· $0.3M
2012-08-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Jeri Fox
Associate Professor
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