Assistant Director, Disability Resources - Student Affairs

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an Assistant Director, Disability Resources to lead daily operations and support the Director on the Danforth Campus.

The role involves evaluating accommodation documentation, advising faculty and staff, and promoting Universal Design to foster an inclusive campus environment for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Relevant Experience (5 Years) in disability resource setting.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local disability regulations.
• Experience with policy, procedure development and program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within Disability Resources on the Danforth Campus.
• Supervise DR Coordinators and serve as expert resources for faculty and staff.
• Participate in staff training and development for Disability Resources.
• Interact with students to determine reasonable accommodations through interactive process.
• Educate WashU constituents on equitable access and Universal Design principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ADA Compliance

Universal Design

Interpersonal Relationships

Time Management

Team Supervision

Microsoft Office

Psychoeducational Evaluations

Communication

Disability Law

Banner ERP

JAWS Accessibility Testing

Kurzweil

FERPA

Disability Services

Project Administration

Universal Design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Banner ERP

Blackboard Learning System

Job description

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

WashU’s Division of Student Affairs seeks a disability resource professional for the position of Assistant Director, Disability Resources. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.

The Assistant Director (AD) for Disability Resources is an essential member of Disability Resources as they support the Director by overseeing the day-to-day operations within the Department on the Danforth Campus. In the absence of the Director, the AD serves as the primary spokesperson/liaison for Disability Resources. A critical element of this role is serving as DR’s liaison with WashU’s School of Law.

In the position, the Assistant Director assists students through an interactive process, evaluates third-party documentation and other information provided by the student, to determine necessary accommodations to support their access in curricular and co-curricular activities and environments. They will promote accessibility awareness and Universal Design through networking, training, and collaboration with others in the campus community to foster a meaningfully inclusive campus environment for disabled students, and is responsible for providing technical expertise and support necessary to facilitate equitably accessible and inclusive University programs and services.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Support Director by overseeing the day-to-day operations within the Department on the Danforth Campus and assist in general administration of Disability Resources, including, but not limited to: budget and programmatic management; policy and procedure development, and assessment/research activities.
• Provides direct supervision of DR Coordinators who engage with students seeking accommodations, and act as expert-level resources for the University Community (Faculty, Staff, etc.).
• Participate in the training needs of Disability Resources staff, including professional and administrative employees, student staff, and any graduate assistants/intern/practicum students.
• Engage with students in an interactive process for determining disability-related accommodations and resources for establishing inclusive opportunities at WashU and assist Department in evaluating documentation (informal as well as professional 3rd-party) to determine appropriateness of accommodations and recommendations, including Adaptive/Assistive Technologies and campus/community resources.
• Inform, instruct, and support WashU faculty, staff, and administration in their provision of, and responsibility to provide, equitable access for disabled students and promote inclusive campus planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

Physical Effort: Typically working at desk or table.

Equipment: Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field, e.g., Education, Special Education Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Counseling or Higher Education Administration/Leadership.
• 4+ years of experience providing direct student service in a college or university disability resource setting.
• Demonstrable competency in reviewing and interpreting psycho-educational reports and other medical and psychological information for the purpose of determining accommodations.
• Articulated understanding and relevant experience in promoting Social Model of Disability, Principles of Universal Design, and application of disability-related regulations and compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations regarding postsecondary education and disabilities, including: ADA as Amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Fair Housing Act, and FERPA.
• Direct supervisory experience within a college or university disability resource settling.
• History of having meaningful involvement in policy, procedure, and guideline development within a higher education disability resource setting.
• Experience with electronic disability resource management systems, such as AIM, Accommodate, or Clockwork.
• Proficiency with various software and hardware platforms and programs, such as: Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, Canvas/LMS systems, and commonly used Assistive Technologies.
• Experience evaluating and establishing disability accommodations for professional programs (e.g., health sciences, legal studies).
• Highly reliable, with strong time management, organizational, and project management skills.
• Exemplary oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; proficient in engaging University constituents and community members with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work within a highly confidential service delivery model.
• Proficiency in teamwork, collaboration, flexibility and organizational problem solving.
• Ability to work independently, and in a team, with or without direction.
• Fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and professional environment for a diverse constituency, including those who identify with a wide array of underrepresented and/or disenfranchised populations.
• A commitment to student-centered service within a collaborative, team-based, environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

ADA Compliance, Adaptive Technology, Banner ERP, Blackboard Learning System, Communication, Dictation Software, Disability Law, Disability Management, Disability Services, Fair Housing Act, Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA), Interpersonal Relationships, Job Access With Speech (JAWS) Accessibility Testing, Kurzweil (Software), Microsoft Office, Professional Etiquette, Project Administration, Psychoeducational Evaluations, Section 504, Student Support Services, Students with Disabilities, Team Supervision, Time Management, Universal Design, Working Independently

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.