Associate Director, Disability Resources & Accessibility

University of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan - 403B

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Tuition Discount

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts & Services

Free Parking

Job summary

The University of Indianapolis is seeking an Associate Director of Disability Resources to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance for campus disability services. This role drives proactive accessibility, oversees accommodation delivery, and serves as the university’s subject-matter expert on disability policies and practices.

You will collaborate across divisions to ensure adherence to ADA, Section 504, FERPA, and related laws, while guiding policy, data

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in post-secondary disability services or accessibility resources.
• Deep working knowledge of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and related guidelines.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication; ability to engage diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee interactive intake, evaluation, and documentation to determine eligibility and accommodations.
• Ensure timely delivery of auxiliary services: exam proctoring, alternative text, note-taking, interpreters, and peer assistants.
• Provide campus-wide advocacy, outreach, and ongoing case management for accessibility needs.
• Provide strategic leadership for disability accessibility aligned with retention goals.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, Section 504, FERPA, and related laws.
• Develop and review policies on disability-related accommodations.
• Manage data collection, reporting, and analysis to monitor program effectiveness.
• Oversee budget and resources for accommodations and services.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, and Facilities to remove barriers.
• Lead professional development and training on universal design and inclusive pedagogy.
• Oversee database administration for case management systems and assistive tech procurement.

Skills

ADA knowledge

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Indianapolis is seeking an Associate Director of Disability Resources to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance for campus disability services. This role drives proactive accessibility, oversees accommodation delivery, and serves as the university’s subject-matter expert on disability policies and practices.

You will collaborate across divisions to ensure adherence to ADA, Section 504, FERPA, and related laws, while guiding policy, data