DIRECTOR OF DISABILITY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

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DIRECTOR OF DISABILITY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Req # : 237963

Department : ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT & STUDENT AFFAIRS

Job Location : Bothell Campus

Posting Date : 08 / 27 / 2024

Closing Info : Open Until Filled

Shift : First Shift

Although open until filled, priority application date is September 20, 2024.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

The Division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Disability Resources for Students to join their team.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Director of Disability Resources for Students (DRS) leads and manages the work of a student service unit that is primarily responsible for compliance functions for the University.

As a member of the Enrollment Management and Student Affairs Division, the Director provides leadership in developing and implementing inclusively designed educational activities and ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other state and federal laws regarding access for students with disabilities.

This position serves a unique student population and is independently responsible for compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Knowledge of FERPA, ADA, Section 504, Title IX, and Higher Education Act is essential to this role.

This position manages a department with a federal mandate to determine, manage, and facilitate accommodations for students with documented disabilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProgram Administration and Leadership

• Provide strategic vision and leadership to the office of Disability Resources for Students. Ensure compliance with the ADA and other state and federal laws.
• Conduct individual consultations using the interactive process with students, faculty, and staff to assess strategies for full inclusion, including the determination and provision of reasonable accommodations and fundamental alterations.
• Consult with and advise faculty, staff, students, and others in complicated or difficult situations providing technical advice, problem-solving assistance, program goals clarification, and procedural guidance.
• Leads, supports, directs, and supervises the daily work of staff involved in the coordination of test administration.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of professional and classified and student staff.
• Provides technical and instructional assistance and support for faculty, staff, administration, and students working with students with disabilities.
• Collaborates with students to identify barriers to participation and options to achieve access.
• Ensures the consistent creation and handling of confidential student records.
• Prepares periodic reports on program activities and achievements.
• Promotes and facilitates disability awareness, access, and inclusion through training, advocacy, and accommodations.

Consultation and Outreach

• Provides and coordinates DRS consultation, outreach, and liaison activities with University departments involved in supporting student academic success.
• Develops effective campus partnerships that further the mission and vision of DRS.
• Educates those throughout the University on issues pertaining to universal design and disability issues.

Professional Activity and Campus Involvement

• Works actively to develop and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with faculty and staff.
• Maintains membership with relevant state and national professional organizations.
• Participates in professional development activities through presentations, publications, and attendance at conferences.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in teaching / education, psychology / counseling studies, student development, or human services and four years’ experience managing an office responsible for providing disability services in a college setting.

Equivalent education / experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license / certification / registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of models of disability and inclusive educational design and their applications in higher education.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other pertinent federal and state laws.
• Excellent administration, management, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience in working on equity and diversity initiatives.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The Director is expected to attend major student activities and events held on campus and in the local community.
• A work schedule that fluctuates due to after-hours activities, meetings, and events is common.
• Hybrid work schedule is available.

Application Process :

The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

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