Assistant Director, Regional Disability Services

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit eligible

Job summary

Miami University is seeking an Assistant Director for Regional Disability Services to lead accommodations for students with disabilities and drive accessibility initiatives on the Oxford campus.

The role reports to the Miller Center Director with a dotted line to the Regional Senior Assistant Dean, collaborating across campus to ensure compliant services and inclusive programming.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Social Work, Counseling or related field and at least 3 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices.
• Preferred experience with AIM and college disability service offices.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily office operations for the Regional campus.
• Assists with staff training and supervision; develops accommodation procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices.
• Serves on university committees to promote disability access and inclusion.
• Provides database administration for AIM.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal proficiency

Knowledge of computers

ADA knowledge

Independent work

Advocacy for students

Education

Master's degree in Higher Education or related field

Tools

AIM (Access Information Management)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director, Regional Disability Services

Department: Office of the Dean of Students

Worker Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salary

Position Salary: $55,000 - $59,000

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Screening Date: 2026-07-14

Job Description Summary

The Regional Student Disability Services Assistant Director is a member of the Miller Center for Disability Services leadership team. This position is responsible for implementing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and leading accessibility initiatives in collaboration with campus partners. The position reports to the Miller Center Director and has a dotted reporting line to the Regional Senior Assistant Dean.

Essential Duties

• Oversees daily office operations for the Regional campus in partnership with the Miller Center Director.
• Assists the Miller Center Director with staff training and supervision, develops and implements disability accommodation procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices.
• Serves on university committees and workgroups to promote disability access and inclusion.
• Provides database administration for the Miller Center electronic case management system AIM (Access Information Management).
• Oversees administration of accommodated testing upon faculty request.
• Oversees process to ensure advance planning of accessible course material for students with vision and hearing disabilities.
• Provides ongoing case management and advocacy for approximately 250-500 registered students with disabilities.
• Coordinates campus‑wide programming to promote disability access and inclusion.
• Responds to faculty inquiries regarding procedures and best practices for providing student accommodations, other duties as assigned.
• Engages with diverse individuals in a culturally conscious manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Higher Education, Social Work, Counseling or related field, at least 3 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with AIM (Access Information Management)
• Prior experience working in a college disability service office

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Written, verbal and interpersonal proficiency
• Knowledge of computers and office applications
• Knowledge of related state and federal laws (e.g., ADA)
• Ability to work independently
• Proven ability to support all students

Required Application Documents

Resume and Cover letter

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke‑ and tobacco‑free campuses.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow‑ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.