Support Specialist, Access to Achievement

A-B Tech Community College

A-B Tech Main Campusfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Apr 2026

💰 $32,139/yr

About the role

Position Summary Information

Position Title Support Specialist, Access to Achievement Position Type Full Time Regular - 30 Hours Per Week Annual Schedule 12 months Expected Work Schedule Standard Anticipated Days Monday - Friday Anticipated Hours 30 hours per week Anticipated Hours per Week 30 hours per week Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus Job Description Summary

The Access to Achievement Support Specialist provides administrative and student support for A-B Tech’s inclusive postsecondary education initiative, Access to Achievement (A2A). This position assists with tracking and maintaining student information, coordinating communications, and providing general organizational and logistical support for the program. The Specialist supports the success of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) by maintaining accurate documentation, assisting with student check-ins, and helping ensure effective collaboration among students, faculty, staff, and external partners. The role combines administrative precision with a student-centered focus to help create an inclusive and supportive campus environment.

Duties

1. Maintains and updates student records, databases, and confidential documentation using Colleague and other electronic systems.

2. Assists with communication between students, faculty, and staff regarding schedules, progress, and accommodations related to Access to Achievement.

3. Supports student engagement by conducting check-ins, monitoring attendance, and providing encouragement and guidance on time management and organization.

4. Tracks student goals and progress in coordination with the Director of Support Services and program staff.

5. Assists with preparation of reports, correspondence, and forms related to program activities and documentation.

6. Serves as a point of contact for inquiries about Access to Achievement, providing courteous and accurate information.

7. Coordinates logistics for occasional meetings, peer mentorship, student internships, trainings, and on-campus events related to the program.

8. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.

9. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

1. Must have a minimum of an Associate degree in Education, Human Services, Office Administration, or a related field.
2. Must have two years of part-time or equivalent experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
3. Must have work experience in data entry, recordkeeping, or administrative support.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, Psychology, or related discipline.
2. Work experience with Ellucian Colleague or other electronic student information systems.
3. Work experience in a college or post-secondary education environment.
4. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should:

1. Read the following before submitting the Application:

2. Upload Required Documents:

When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT

If selected for hire:

If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.