Reporting to the Director of Employee Relations & Engagement, this position provides guidance and support to employees, supervisors, event guests, 4-H youth program participants, visitors, and applicants across all campuses when health conditions or religious beliefs affect employment, access to campus activities, or the workplace. The role manages the interactive accommodation process for disability and religious accommodation requests, applying the ADA, ADAAA, PWFA, PUMP Act, FMLA, and related state and university policy.
This posting will be filled at one of two levels, based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience:
• Accommodations Specialist: manages the day-to-day interactive accommodation process and
resolves most cases directly, escalating especially complex matters to the Director of ERE/ADA Coordinator for final determination.
• Accommodations Coordinator: manages the day-to-day interactive accommodation process and provides independent authority over final accommodation determinations, complaint investigation and resolution, and institution-wide compliance.
The Division of Human Resources partners with leaders, faculty, and staff across Kansas State University to build a thriving, people-centered workplace that supports the university’s mission of teaching, research, and service. Our team advances initiatives that strengthen the employee experience, promote professional growth, and support a high-performing and engaged workforce.
The division includes approximately 50 professionals delivering strategic and operational HR services to the campus community. Key functional areas include ASC-HR, Benefits, Compensation and Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Relations and Engagement, ERP Systems, Resource Center Operations, Talent Acquisition, Talent and Organizational Development, and Time and Leave. Together, these teams partner with campus units to provide responsive HR support, enhance organizational effectiveness, and help attract, develop, and retain a talented workforce.
This position is Hybrid and/or Remote eligible.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with the following qualifications and experience may be considered for the Accommodations Coordinator role:
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
Applications close on:10/19/2026
Accommodations Specialist: $47,486 - $59,500
Accommodations Coordinator: $55,000 - $74,000
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
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Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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