Associate Director, Student Accessibility Services
Full Time
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Posted
Job description
Position Information
Present Position Number
FP569W
Role Code Title
Professional/Lecturer (Staff)
Position Title
Associate Director, Student Accessibility Services
Unit Mission Statement
Student Accessibility Services at William & Mary is committed to providing students with disabilities access and an equal opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and abilities through appropriate accommodations. Our work is framed through our desire to create a comprehensive, accessible environment for students. We focus on fostering student independence and self-determination, and we emphasize empowerment and accommodation over limitation.
Position Summary
The Associate Director plans, directs, and oversees the day-to-day administrative operations of SAS and assists with developing, implementing, and assessing the vision, purpose, and objectives for all programs and services. The Associate Director provides ongoing support and advocacy for students with disabilities, both within and outside of the classroom. The incumbent will serve a key role in providing required training of faculty, students, and staff on access issues and the process for students to request and receive accommodations. The Associate Director has a student caseload, serves as the Deputy Director, and supervises the Assistant Director.
This position works closely with other offices, including but not limited to, Residence Life, Academic Wellbeing, Care Support Services, Student Support Services, and Undergraduate Academic Affairs and serves as the formal liaison to the graduate schools.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in higher education, counseling, social work, or a related field
- Familiarity with neuropsychological/psycho-social assessment instruments and interpretation of the results
- Several years of professional experience in higher education (typically 3 or more year)
- Several years of experience evaluating the needs of students with disabilities in higher education and providing reasonable accommodations (typically 2 or more years)
- Knowledge of disability laws such as ADA and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience and understanding of student development
- Experience in program development and implementation
- Experience in managing professional staff, graduate students, or interns
Preferred Qualifications
- Several years of experience evaluating the needs of students with disabilities in higher education and providing reasonable accommodations
- Ability to interpret psycho-educational evaluations and other disability documentation and determine eligibility for disability services
- Experience in supervising and managing full-time professional staff
- Experience with assistive technology for persons with disabilities
- Experience overseeing students with disabilities’ use of technologies such as electronic readers, screen readers, note taking software etc.
- Demonstrated experience in advocating for college students, including diverse, underrepresented, and international student populations
Advertised Pay Range
$62,000-65,000
Department
220000 Dean of Students
Location
William & Mary
Is the position remote work eligible?
Not eligible
Remote Work Disclaimer
This position is not remote work eligible.
University Salary Range
U10
Job Open Date
09/14/2022
Review Begin Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Employment Category
Full Time Professional
FLSA
Exempt
Position Term
12 Month - Continuing
Special Application Instructions
Submit a resume, a cover letter, and a sample business letter demonstrating your writing ability (one page maximum).
Conditions of Employment
The incumbent will be required to serve in the Dean of Students on call rotation (on call approximately one week in eight).
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/hr/currentemployees/benefits/index.php
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