Job Summary:

The Director of Student Accessibility and Disability Services is responsible for strategic and visionary leadership and the day-to-day management of the Student Accessibility and Disability office and testing center. The Director will be a visionary, creative thinker, eager to lead and work collaboratively with a dynamic team committed to strengthening and maintaining a culture of access, holistic well-being, and belonging. Oversee coordination and direct implementation of accommodations and support services to students with disabilities. Provide leadership and oversight of the implementation and administration of policies and procedures to promote compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and rules relating to ADA. Provide direct supervision, training, and evaluation for staff. Provide oversight of policies, procedures and processes to ensure daily operations, oversee assessment and record keeping and prepare annual reports as required. This job is fully onsite.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in Higher Education, or a related field and at least five years of related experience required. Prior supervisory and training experience required. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing programs to support students with disabilities. Comprehensive knowledge of the ADA, especially as it relates to higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Accommodate by Simplicity disability software program preferred.

Work Days:

M-F 8:30am - 5pm

Message to Applicants:

RecruitmentOffice: Human Resources

Executive Order:

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