Director of Services for Students with Disabilities
Director of Services for Students with Disabilities
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$ 120000 - 125000
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Job Description
Job Description
When was the last time you changed the world
In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs thats exactly what were doing every dayguiding nurturing and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and worldchangers of today and tomorrow.
Virginia Tech is seeking a dynamic visionary leader to serve as the Director of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD). Reporting to the Dean of Students this position provides strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of SSD operations including the Werth Testing Center and the Academic Testing Center ensuring compliance with ADA Section 504 and related legislation while adhering to best practices set forth by the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD).
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1 Youll be leading the Services for Students with Disabilities team; a department centered on access and inclusion by determining reasonable accommodations for students in the living and learning environment.
2)Youll be reporting to the Dean of Students in a Regular twelvemonth 100 administrative professional appointment. This role is a key position within the Student Affairs Leadership Team and plays a critical role in fostering a welcoming inclusive and equitable campus environment.
3 Youll oversee SSDs daytoday operations including accommodations outreach and supervise a staff of over 35 full and part time employees.
4 Youll provide leadership and direction for the Werth Testing Center and the Academic Testing Center.
5 Youll ensure institutional compliance with disabilityrelated laws and regulations.
6 Youll develop and maintain partnerships with academic affairs and student affairs departments as well as offcampus entities to promote awareness and inclusion.
7 Youll lead assessment and strategic planning to continuously improve student services.
8 Youll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
9 Youll be offered a base compensation package between $120000 $125000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing wellrounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community atlarge. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
The TEAM: Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) strives to create an accessible and inclusive campus community. We collaborate with campus partners to remove barriers and meet the individualized access needs of disabled students. SSD supports success through the promotion of student learning and the development of advocacy skills.
Required Qualifications
Masters degree in Higher Education Administration Student Affairs Counseling Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field.
Significant professional experience (minimum 5 years) working with students with disabilities in a higher education setting including supervisory experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws governing disability rights and accommodations (ADA Section 504 etc..
Familiarity with AHEAD standards and best practices for student disability services.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with faculty staff and community partners.
Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in a related field.
Experience with universal design for learning (UDL) principles.
Strong background in datainformed decisionmaking assessment and program evaluation.
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$120000 $125000
Work Schedule
Monday Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Review Date
03/20/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education ator Virginia Tech 220 Gilbert Street Suite 5200 Blacksburg VA 24061.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Kristan Westat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Student
