What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Student Disability Support Services position at Upstate Medical University?
Job Summary
The Director of Student Disability Support Services is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Student Disability Services office and testing center. The Director will oversee coordination and direct implementation of accommodations and support services to students with disabilities. Specific responsibilities include direct supervision, training, and evaluation for staff; implementation and administration of policies and procedures to ensure daily operations and compliance with federal and state laws; management of Accommodate software program, including oversite of all record keeping, assessment and reporting. The director will also develop and deliver training and informational presentations to students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in Higher Education, or a related field and at least three years of related experience working in the area of student disability services. required. Prior supervisory and training experience required. Comprehensive knowledge of the ADA, especially as it related to higher education. Strong communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Accommodate by Simplicity disability software program. Experience working with students in health related college majors (Medicine, Health Professions, Nursing)
Work Days
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Message To Applicants
Please note that this job is not remote and will require you to work in person.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
The Director of Student Disability Support Services is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Student Disability Services office and testing center. The Director will oversee coordination and direct implementation of accommodations and support services to students with disabilities. Specific responsibilities include direct supervision, training, and evaluation for staff; implementation and administration of policies and procedures to ensure daily operations and compliance with federal and state laws; management of Accommodate software program, including oversite of all record keeping, assessment and reporting. The director will also develop and deliver training and informational presentations to students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in Higher Education, or a related field and at least three years of related experience working in the area of student disability services. required. Prior supervisory and training experience required. Comprehensive knowledge of the ADA, especially as it related to higher education. Strong communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Accommodate by Simplicity disability software program. Experience working with students in health related college majors (Medicine, Health Professions, Nursing)
Work Days
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Message To Applicants
Please note that this job is not remote and will require you to work in person.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
