Academic Director, Disability Services & Accessibility

Los Angeles Community College District; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

The Los Angeles Community College District invites applications for the Academic Director of DSPS at East Los Angeles College. The role provides visionary leadership, directing all DSPS programs, services, and advisory initiatives to promote access, equity, and student success for students with disabilities.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, personnel, compliance with ADA, FERPA, and Title 5; collaborate across campus and with external partners; and advance assistive technology and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of CCC mission and DSPS regulations.
• Expertise in federal and state disability laws.
• Strong leadership, organizational and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage complex budgets and multiple funding streams.
• Ability to analyze data and develop measurable outcomes for program improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all DSPS programs and services.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, FERPA, Title 5 regulations and related laws.
• Direct DSPS operations, program evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Supervise faculty, staff, and student employees.
• Develop, manage, and monitor program budgets, grants, and resources.
• Coordinate services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, including ASL support.

Skills

Equity leadership

Budget management

Data analysis

Cross-department collaboration

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree in rehabilitation counseling or related field

Tools

Assistive technology experience

Job description

The Los Angeles Community College District invites applications for the Academic Director of DSPS at East Los Angeles College. The role provides visionary leadership, directing all DSPS programs, services, and advisory initiatives to promote access, equity, and student success for students with disabilities.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, personnel, compliance with ADA, FERPA, and Title 5; collaborate across campus and with external partners; and advance assistive technology and