Assistant Director, Disability Resources - Student Affairs

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63105

 Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks a disability resource professional for the position of Assistant Director, Disability Resources. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.

The Assistant Director (AD) for Disability Resources is an essential member of Disability Resources as they support the Director by overseeing the day-to-day operations within the Department on the Danforth Campus. In the absence of the Director, the AD serves as the primary spokesperson/liaison for Disability Resources. A critical element of this role is serving as DR’s liaison with WashU’s School of Law.

In the position, the Assistant Director assists students through an interactive process, evaluates third-party documentation and other information provided by the student, to determine necessary accommodations to support their access in curricular and co-curricular activities and environments.

They will promote accessibility awareness and Universal Design through networking, training, and collaboration with others in the campus community to foster a meaningfully inclusive campus environment for disabled students, and is responsible for providing technical expertise and support necessary to facilitate equitably accessible and inclusive University programs and services.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Support Director by overseeing the day-to-day operations within the Department on the Danforth Campus and assist in general administration of Disability Resources, including, but not limited to: budget and programmatic management; policy and procedure development, and assessment/research activities.

Provides direct supervision of DR Coordinators who engage with students seeking accommodations, and act as expert-level resources for the University Community (Faculty, Staff, etc.).

Participate in the training needs of Disability Resources staff, including professional and administrative employees, student staff, and any graduate assistants/intern/practicum students.

Engage with students in an interactive process for determining disability-related accommodations and resources for establishing inclusive opportunities at WashU and assist Department in evaluating documentation (informal as well as professional 3rd-party) to determine appropriateness of accommodations and recommendations, including Adaptive/Assistive Technologies and campus/community resources.

Inform, instruct, and support WashU faculty, staff, and administration in their provision of, and responsibility to provide, equitable access for disabled students and promote inclusive campus planning.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicant Special Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter when applying.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

Typically working at desk or table.

Equipment

Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field, e.g., Education, Special Education Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Counseling or Higher Education Administration/Leadership.
• 4+ years of experience providing direct student service in a college or university disability resource setting.
• Demonstrable competency in reviewing and interpreting psycho-educational reports and other medical and psychological information for the purpose of determining accommodations.
• Articulated understanding and relevant experience in promoting Social Model of Disability, Principles of Universal Design, and application of disability-related regulations and compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding postsecondary education and disabilities, including:  ADA as Amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Fair Housing Act, and FERPA.
• Direct supervisory experience within a college or university disability resource settling.
• History of having meaningful involvement in policy, procedure, and guideline development within a higher education disability resource setting.
• Experience with electronic disability resource management systems, such as AIM, Accommodate, or Clockwork.
• Proficiency with various software and hardware platforms and programs, such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, Canvas/LMS systems, and commonly used Assistive Technologies.
• Experience evaluating and establishing disability accommodations for professional programs (e.g., health sciences, legal studies).
• Highly reliable, with strong time management, organizational, and project management skills.
• Exemplary oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; proficient in engaging University constituents and community members with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work within a highly confidential service delivery model.
• Proficiency in teamwork, collaboration, flexibility and organizational problem solving.
• Ability to work independently, and in a team, with or without direction.
• Fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and professional environment for a diverse constituency, including those who identify with a wide array of underrepresented and/or disenfranchised populations.
• A commitment to student-centered service within a collaborative, team-based, environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Skills: ADA Compliance, Adaptive Technology, Banner ERP, Blackboard Learning System, Communication, Dictation Software, Disability Law, Disability Management, Disability Services, Fair Housing Act, Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA), Interpersonal Relationships, Job Access With Speech (JAWS) Accessibility Testing, Kurzweil (Software), Microsoft Office, Professional Etiquette, Project Administration, Psychoeducational Evaluations, Section 504, Student Support Services, Students with Disabilities, Team Supervision, Time Management, Universal Design, Working Independently
• Grade
• G12