Assistant Director, Accessibility & Equity (ADA/504)

wfu; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking an Assistant Director to provide institutional leadership for disability services and accessibility across the university, ensuring compliance with ADA and Section 504 for all programs and activities.

The role oversees accommodation processes for faculty, staff, and students, coordinates resources with CLASS, HR, Legal, and Accessible Technology, and advises university officials on reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree requirement and advanced degree preference.
• Strong knowledge of ADA, Section 504, and related laws.
• Ability to balance complex cases and drive timely conclusions.
• Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds and collaborate across units.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with departments to facilitate accommodations for students, employees, or visitors with disabilities and addresses accessibility barriers.
• Ensures processes are in place for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints and inquiries regarding ADA/504 compliance.
• Works with a network of university partners to provide support, resources, and outreach on ADA/504 matters.
• Provides consultation and oversight over reasonable accommodations in non-academic settings.
• Maintains accurate records of disability accommodation requests and resolutions.
• Facilitates provision of accommodations such as assistive technologies and accessible materials.
• Assists in policy development and revision related to disability accommodations and accessibility.
• Keeps informed about changes in ADA/504 regulations and advises on policy adjustments.

Skills

Leadership

ADA/504 knowledge

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, special education, rehabilitation, HR management, public administration or related field

Juris Doctorate (JD) or related terminal degree preferred

Job description

Wake Forest University is seeking an Assistant Director to provide institutional leadership for disability services and accessibility across the university, ensuring compliance with ADA and Section 504 for all programs and activities.

The role oversees accommodation processes for faculty, staff, and students, coordinates resources with CLASS, HR, Legal, and Accessible Technology, and advises university officials on reasonable accommodations.