Assistant Director of Academic Support and Accessibility Services - Columbia Greene Community College : Job Details

Assistant Director of Academic Support and Accessibility Services

The Opportunity

We are accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Director of Academic Support and Accessibility Services. If you are passionate about having a positive impact on students' lives…apply now to Columbia-Greene!

The Assistant Director of Academic Support and Accessibility Services will contribute to the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Student Support Center (SSC). This role provides leadership, supervision, and direction to Accessibility Services, Testing Services, and Tutoring Services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine and authorize appropriate accommodations for eligible students under ADA/ADAAA/504 laws.
• Review, interpret, and evaluate disability documentation for students with a variety of disabilities.
• Oversee the process of requesting and providing accommodations for students, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication.
• Conduct student intakes and determine and coordinate academic and/or physical accommodations accordingly.
• Consult with faculty on the implementation of academic accommodations, including but not limited to audio, attendance, and assignment flexibility.
• Serve as a resource for faculty and staff regarding questions related to accommodation needs of students as necessary.
• Provide career and vocational counseling to a caseload of students and assist with career and vocational planning related to their abilities and interests.
• Develop and conduct training opportunities related to supporting students with disabilities.
• Acts as liaison to external agencies, including but not limited to ACCES-VR, NYSCB, and NYSDSC.
• Provide supervision to support staff in Accessibility Services, Testing Services, and Tutoring Services.
• Remain current on emerging technologies, assistive technologies, and tools for academic adjustments. Provide support and training opportunities for staff on accessible technologies including Read and Write, Fusion, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Coordinate educational awareness and programming opportunities related to academic support and student success.
• Manages the Laptop Loan Program and Calculator Loaner Program.
• Manages the virtual Student Support Center in the learning management system, as well as scheduling software for in-person and virtual appointments (i.e., WCOnline).
• Maintain accurate records on program activities, prepare status reports, and develop annual assessment plans.
• Serve on College-wide committees as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred.
• Five or more years of progressive experience in disability services and program management.
• Supervisory and team building experience required.
• Commitment to fostering an environment of social justice and accessibility.

Salary and Benefit Information

Salary $60-$70K will be determined by a variety of factors including experience, education, training/skills and certifications. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. Public Loan Forgiveness for those who meet eligibility.

Application Information

For full consideration, applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) Resume/CV; (3) contact information for three professional references as a single PDF document to: [email protected]. Review will begin immediately and continue until it is filled.

Final offer of employment contingent upon a successful background check.

Columbia-Greene Community College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission based on an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education.

The College makes every reasonable effort to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for individuals with documented disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations for completing the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 518-###-####.