Director for Student Accessibility and Accommodation - University of Puget Sound

Another Source’s client, University of Puget Sound is recruiting a Director for Student Accessibility and Accommodation to join their team on-site in Tacoma, WA.

Here’s a little about the University of Puget Sound Student Accessibility and Accommodations and the position they are recruiting for:

The University of Puget Sound is a premier liberal arts institution in the vibrant Pacific Northwest, offering a rigorous yet flexible education that empowers students to explore their interests and shape their academic journey. With the guidance of dedicated mentors and advisors, students receive the support they need to thrive. Committed to accessibility and inclusion, our mission is to remove barriers to a liberal arts education by providing essential support and accommodations for qualified students with both visible and invisible disabilities, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to pursue knowledge and reach their full potential.

Learn more about the University of Puget Sound Student Accessibility and Accommodations: https://www.pugetsound.edu/student-accessibility-accommodation-saa

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $85,000–$95,000, though it is budgeted up to $100,000 based on experience.

About the Role:

The Student Accessibility and Accommodation (SAA) office is committed to ensuring equitable access to the university’s academic programs, resources, and activities for all students, regardless of disability. By upholding legal requirements and fostering an inclusive environment, SAA empowers students to leverage their strengths while developing practical strategies to navigate challenges.

The Director of SAA provides strategic leadership for the office, oversees compliance with accessibility laws, and champions a culture of inclusivity across campus. This role is pivotal in ensuring adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and Washington State Higher Education Disability Law. Additionally, the Director oversees a team of four staff members, providing leadership, professional development, and operational guidance. They also manage the SAA and Leslie Fund budgets, ensuring effective allocation of resources to support student needs and program initiatives. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who is passionate about student success, experienced in accessibility services, and committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment.

What you will be doing:

• Conduct intake interviews, review medical and psychological documentation, and determine eligibility for accommodations.
• Partner with students to identify educational barriers, implement appropriate accommodations, and assess their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with on- and off-campus professionals to provide comprehensive support services.
• Communicate accommodation needs to faculty and staff while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
• Serve as a resource for faculty, providing guidance and support in implementing accommodations.
• Engage with prospective students and families to explain the accommodation process and available resources.
• Ensure accessibility and accuracy of information across SAA’s website and publications.
• Stay current on compliance regulations and legal developments related to disability accommodations.
• Evaluate and refine policies and procedures to align with best practices and mitigate risks.
• Lead student support initiatives, including the peer mentoring program and the SAA faculty advisory board.
• Develop and implement student programming to address evolving needs.
• Partner with Student Support Services and campus committees to enhance interdepartmental collaboration.
• Supervise a team of four staff members and temporary personnel, providing leadership, professional development, and team coordination.
• Manage the SAA and Leslie Fund budgets to ensure effective resource allocation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Disability Studies, or related field.
• At least five years of experience in disability services, accessibility coordination, or a related field, assessing medical documentation and determining reasonable accommodations.
• Strong knowledge of disability laws, including ADA, Section 504, and FERPA.
• Current experience with technology resources, software and mobile applications that foster independence and self-efficacy
• Current experience working with and customizing a disability services data base

What’s in it for you:

University of Puget Sound offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit package. Learn more: https://www.pugetsound.edu/sites/default/files/file/final_summary-of-2020-benefits-for-exempt-staff_ju_0.pdf

University Diversity Statement

We Acknowledge

The richness of commonalities and differences we share as a University community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; and that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives.

We Aspire

To create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; and to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community.

We Act

To achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; and to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world.

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