Coordinator for Accessibility and Retention

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Job Title:  

Coordinator for Accessibility and Retention

Agency:

Savannah Technical College

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007454

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

COMMENSURATE WITH QUALIFICATIONS

Job Description:

Join Savannah Technical College, where your career can make a difference! As a leading provider of technical education and workforce development in Coastal Georgia, Savannah Tech is dedicated to transforming lives, expanding opportunities, and preparing tomorrow’s workforce. Serving Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties, our faculty and staff play a vital role in supporting student success and strengthening our communities. Whether you’re an experienced educator, industry professional, or administrative specialist, there’s a place for your talents at Savannah Tech. Make a splash in your career. Become our next Otter!

Position: Coordinator for Accessibility and Retention

The Coordinator of Accessibility and Retention leads institutional efforts to promote student success, equitable access, and persistence to completion. This position oversees accessibility services and retention initiatives, ensuring compliance with disability regulations while developing proactive strategies that support student engagement, academic achievement, and graduation. The coordinator collaborates with faculty, staff, and community partners to identify barriers to success, coordinate interventions, and improve student outcomes.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer and coordinate accessibility services, accommodations, and support programs for students with documented disabilities.
• Ensure institutional compliance with ADA, Section 504, and applicable to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate retention, persistence, and student success initiatives designed to improve enrollment, progression, and completion of outcomes.
• Monitor student performance, attendance, and academic progress; identify at-risk students and coordinate appropriate intervention strategies.
• Coordinate early alert efforts and provide case management, coaching, advocacy, and resource referrals to support student success
• Utilize institutional data and assessment results to identify trends, evaluate effectiveness, and recommend improvements to programs and services.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Enrollment Services, faculty, staff, and community agencies to provide comprehensive support services.
• Develop policies, procedures, training materials, and educational programs related to accessibility, retention, and student success.
• Plan and deliver workshops, presentations, and professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist with strategic planning, grant initiatives, reporting requirements, and special projects related to accessibility and student success.
• Serve on institutional committees and represent the college in matters related to accessibility, retention, and student success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Collaboration with Student Engagement:

• Partner with the Director of Student Engagement to integrate career readiness into student leadership, engagement, and co-curricular programs.
• Support student engagement events, orientation programs, leadership development initiatives, and student success programming.
• Collaborate on activities that strengthen student belonging, persistence, and campus involvement.
• Assist student organizations and honor societies with professional development and career preparation programming.

Assessment, Reporting, and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate records of student interactions and program activities • Utilize data to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with FERPA, TCSG policies, and institutional procedures.
• Participate in professional development activities and workforce development initiatives.
• Represent the College at community, workforce, and employer events. • Serve on institutional committees and workgroups as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of accessibility services, disability regulations, and student support practices
• Knowledge of student retention, persistence, and completion strategies
• Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based interventions
• Leadership, project management, and program assessment skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience with student information systems, CRM platforms, and related technologies
• Commitment to student-centered service and inclusive practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in accessibility services, student affairs, retention, advising, counseling, academic support, or a related higher education setting. Note: Related experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Position Purpose:

The Coordinator of Accessibility and Retention provides leadership for accessibility and student success initiatives that remove barriers, increase retention, and improve completion outcomes. Through strategic collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and student advocacy, this position advances institutional goals for access, persistence, and student achievement.

Salary/Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

Application Deadline

Position considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check. Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered). Please include your annual salary for each position held.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

Note: No phone inquiries please.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant.  If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify  For compliance activities, contact April Leavy, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, [email protected]. Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn:  April Leavy, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405. STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree *and* Two (2) years related work experience - -Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.