Accommodations & Access Services Lead

Harper College; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper College seeks an administrative leader for Access and Disability Services to direct front office and assistive technology lab operations. You will hire, train, and supervise staff and student employees while coordinating disability services with faculty and campus partners.

Responsibilities include managing AIM software, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with disability laws, with a strong emphasis on student-centered services and universal design.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Disability Services, Counseling, Administration, or related field.
• Previous managerial experience in Disability Services or postsecondary setting.
• Knowledge of disability laws (Rehab Act, ADA, ADAAA) and related regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.
• Conversational American Sign Language fluency is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership to the front office and assistive technology lab in Access and Disability Services.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff, interpreters, and student employees to ensure excellent, student-centered service.
• Oversee operation of disability management software (AIM) and proper data storage.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus offices to facilitate disability-related services and accommodations.
• Troubleshoot problems and coordinate solutions for accommodations.
• Assist with staff development programs related to accommodations and Universal Design.
• Manage budget proposals and staffing patterns to meet ADS objectives in alignment with the College’s strategic plan.
• Coordinate annual data collection and reports for program reviews and grant reporting.

Skills

Staff management

Budgeting

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Staff scheduling

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education

Tools

AIM software

Job description

Harper College seeks an administrative leader for Access and Disability Services to direct front office and assistive technology lab operations. You will hire, train, and supervise staff and student employees while coordinating disability services with faculty and campus partners.

Responsibilities include managing AIM software, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with disability laws, with a strong emphasis on student-centered services and universal design.