Access Coordinator

Job Description:

Berklee is seeking an Access Coordinator to join our dynamic and student-centered Accessibility Resources for Students (ARS) team. If you're passionate about accessibility, education, and the transformative power of the arts, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of creative students.
 

As the Access Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for overseeing Berklee’s dedicated Testing Center for students with disabilities and supporting the operations of the ARS office. You'll work closely with students, faculty, and staff to ensure that Berklee’s learning environments are inclusive, equitable, and responsive to individual needs. This is a vital role on a collaborative team that believes in empowering all students to achieve their full creative and career potential.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the Accommodated Testing Center, including exam tracking, scheduling, faculty communication, and proctoring.

• Supervise graduate work-study staff and ensure a supportive, professional testing environment.

• Act as liaison to faculty and staff regarding testing accommodations and protocols.

• Support the production and distribution of alternate format materials and promote the use of assistive technology.

• Maintain confidential records in the Accessibility Information Management (AIM) system.

• Assist with departmental operations including email communications, data collection, and office support.

• Help shape policies and practices that improve access for students with disabilities.
   

Why Berklee?
Berklee is a global leader in music, performing arts, and creative education. Our mission is to nurture the creative and career potential of our students, and our vision is to transform the world through the power of artistic innovation.
Accessibility Resources for Students plays a key role in advancing this mission by creating inclusive, student-centered pathways for success.

At Berklee, you’ll be part of a culture that embraces creativity, innovation, and equity—not just in the arts, but in how we work and support each other. We value work-life balance, professional development, and making space for voices from all backgrounds to thrive.
 

What We’re Looking For:

• A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in higher education or disability services.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• A deep commitment to access, equity, and student support.

• The ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and navigate complex systems with care.

• Experience with assistive technologies, digital accessibility, and supporting neurodiverse learners is a plus.
   

If you are committed to mission-driven work, enjoy being part of a collaborative and supportive team, and are excited about empowering creative students through access and equity—this is the role for you.

Hiring Range: $51k to $60k; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.
Please visit the Berklee Benefits page for a complete listing of the benefits.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*