What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of the Office of Accessibility Resources - Onondaga Community College position at Onondaga Community College?
Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Professional Administrator Posted On: Thu Feb 6 2025 Job Description:
The Director of the Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR) oversees all services provided by the Office of Accessibility Services and Testing Services. They actively collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and community agencies to provide all students access to the educational experience at Onondaga Community College. They also ensure compliance with related federal and state regulations through active leadership of the Office of Accessibility Resources and its staff. The director also manages department and grant budgets. They demonstrate a commitment to excellence, assuring that students with documented disabilities receive accommodative services needed to accomplish their academic and career goals.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilizing institutional guiding documents, such as the College's Strategic Plan and Statement on Equity, provide vision and leadership for the Office of Accessibility Resources and the Testing Center.
Train, supervise, and provide ongoing professional development for the Office of Accessibility Resources and Testing services staff that fosters cross-training and a supportive, collaborative team environment.
Perform administrative responsibilities associated with departmental management, including budget development and expenditure planning.
Stay abreast of federal and state regulations related to disability services, accommodations, and qualifying identities and/or characteristics as well as the Office of Civil Rights rulings and recommendations and best practices in accessibility resources. Provide ongoing training of such to staff.
Ensure infusion of technology into internal office procedures and direct service to students, to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the systems and services.
Build relationships with the faculty and staff associated with each academic school, tailoring service strategies to the unique needs of each.
Develop and provide training opportunities for faculty and staff, including materials to aid in the successful provision of academic accommodations and educational experience for students with disabilities.
Support and facilitate the regular assessment of the Office of Accessibility Resources, including data collection, analysis, and reporting that measure the offices efficacy and utilize those results to ensure continual innovation and improvement.
Collaborate with ITS to develop regular reports that will inform student affairs of critical data needed to analyze specific metrics.
Serve as Project Investigator or Project Lead on current and future grants related to areas of responsibility.
Ensure departmental support and collaboration of major College events, including but not limited to Open House, Orientation, Residence Life move-in, and Commencement.
Serve as Student Affairs divisional representative to various committees.
Represent the Dean of Students in her/his absence and/or when designated by the Dean.
Perform other duties as assigned within scope of responsibilities.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or foreign equivalency.
Two years of experience providing direct service to individuals with disabilities.
Two years of supervision experience in an educational setting which may be part of the two years of direct service to individuals with disabilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalency.
Familiarity with needs, trends, and best practices in accessibility services and supports.
Five years of supervisory (full-time, postgraduate) experience in higher education.
Bilingual. English and Spanish preferred, but all languages welcomed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and develop effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for, the diversity of academics, ethnicity, culture, disability, religion, and sexual orientation of students in an academic environment.
Demonstrated commitment to human and organizational development, professionalism, multicultural education, creativity, and collaboration.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs.
Ability to utilize assessment data to guide development of effective initiatives for continuous improvement.
Must be proactive, demonstrate sound judgment, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing programs for post-secondary education.
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional and sensitive manner.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and outside community groups.
Willing to initiate new projects and facilitate positive change.
Additional Information:
Salary range is: $64,420 - $72,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or ORP enrollment (401a).
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
The Director of the Office of Accessibility Resources (OAR) oversees all services provided by the Office of Accessibility Services and Testing Services. They actively collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and community agencies to provide all students access to the educational experience at Onondaga Community College. They also ensure compliance with related federal and state regulations through active leadership of the Office of Accessibility Resources and its staff. The director also manages department and grant budgets. They demonstrate a commitment to excellence, assuring that students with documented disabilities receive accommodative services needed to accomplish their academic and career goals.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilizing institutional guiding documents, such as the College's Strategic Plan and Statement on Equity, provide vision and leadership for the Office of Accessibility Resources and the Testing Center.
Train, supervise, and provide ongoing professional development for the Office of Accessibility Resources and Testing services staff that fosters cross-training and a supportive, collaborative team environment.
Perform administrative responsibilities associated with departmental management, including budget development and expenditure planning.
Stay abreast of federal and state regulations related to disability services, accommodations, and qualifying identities and/or characteristics as well as the Office of Civil Rights rulings and recommendations and best practices in accessibility resources. Provide ongoing training of such to staff.
Ensure infusion of technology into internal office procedures and direct service to students, to increase effectiveness and efficiency of the systems and services.
Build relationships with the faculty and staff associated with each academic school, tailoring service strategies to the unique needs of each.
Develop and provide training opportunities for faculty and staff, including materials to aid in the successful provision of academic accommodations and educational experience for students with disabilities.
Support and facilitate the regular assessment of the Office of Accessibility Resources, including data collection, analysis, and reporting that measure the offices efficacy and utilize those results to ensure continual innovation and improvement.
Collaborate with ITS to develop regular reports that will inform student affairs of critical data needed to analyze specific metrics.
Serve as Project Investigator or Project Lead on current and future grants related to areas of responsibility.
Ensure departmental support and collaboration of major College events, including but not limited to Open House, Orientation, Residence Life move-in, and Commencement.
Serve as Student Affairs divisional representative to various committees.
Represent the Dean of Students in her/his absence and/or when designated by the Dean.
Perform other duties as assigned within scope of responsibilities.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or foreign equivalency.
Two years of experience providing direct service to individuals with disabilities.
Two years of supervision experience in an educational setting which may be part of the two years of direct service to individuals with disabilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university or foreign equivalency.
Familiarity with needs, trends, and best practices in accessibility services and supports.
Five years of supervisory (full-time, postgraduate) experience in higher education.
Bilingual. English and Spanish preferred, but all languages welcomed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment and develop effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for, the diversity of academics, ethnicity, culture, disability, religion, and sexual orientation of students in an academic environment.
Demonstrated commitment to human and organizational development, professionalism, multicultural education, creativity, and collaboration.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs.
Ability to utilize assessment data to guide development of effective initiatives for continuous improvement.
Must be proactive, demonstrate sound judgment, have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing programs for post-secondary education.
Ability to handle confidential information in a professional and sensitive manner.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and outside community groups.
Willing to initiate new projects and facilitate positive change.
Additional Information:
Salary range is: $64,420 - $72,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience.
Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including:
New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or ORP enrollment (401a).
Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included).
Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers.
Salary : $64,420 - $72,000
