Accessibility & Inclusion Director

Maritime Aquarium; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Reimbursement Account

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Retirement Benefits and Plans

Paid leave

Paid Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Free Family Membership to The Maritime

Job summary

The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, CT is seeking an Associate Director of Accessibility to lead and oversee inclusive programs across exhibits, guest services and education. You will ensure universal design and accessibility for guests with disabilities while building alliances with disability-serving organizations.

As a member of the senior staff, you will train staff, collaborate with departments, and manage the Accessibility for All program and outreach to local institutions to advance

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field with ability to lead accessibility initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and build partnerships.
• Experience training others on accessibility practices and inclusive design.

Responsibilities

• Lead accessibility collaboration and training across Aquarium staff.
• Develop priorities supporting the Strategic Plan and Accessibility for All program.
• Train staff to improve accessibility for guests with disabilities and ensure accommodations.
• Represent the Aquarium with disability-serving organizations and community stakeholders.
• Oversee exhibit planning to incorporate universal design principles.

Skills

Collaboration across teams

Partnership development

Communication skills

Staff training

Accessibility initiatives

Data-informed decision making

Grant-funded initiatives

Education

Advanced degree in special education, accessibility studies, disability studies, human service or related field

Job description

The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, CT is seeking an Associate Director of Accessibility to lead and oversee inclusive programs across exhibits, guest services and education. You will ensure universal design and accessibility for guests with disabilities while building alliances with disability-serving organizations.

As a member of the senior staff, you will train staff, collaborate with departments, and manage the Accessibility for All program and outreach to local institutions to advance