Associate Director, Disability Support & Inclusive Access

University of Maryland Global Campus; Patuxent Riding (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Tuition Remission

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Bowie State University seeks an Associate Director of Disability Support Services to ensure compliance with federal and state accessibility laws and to advance equitable access for students with disabilities.

The role provides strategic leadership, oversees accommodations and services, and collaborates with faculty and IT to implement inclusive practices across campus. A master’s degree and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Special Education, Counseling, Higher Education Administration, or closely related field.
• Ability to deliver effective presentations to diverse audiences.
• Experience with budgetary and fiscal planning within constraints.
• Knowledge of accessibility laws and compliance in higher ed.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to Bowie State University in maintaining compliance with accessibility laws.
• Oversees accessibility accommodations and support services for students.
• Leads policy development to promote accessibility and inclusion across the institution.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates Disability Support Services staff.
• Collaborates with faculty and campus partners to implement accommodations.
• Educates campus on accessibility best practices and inclusive design.

Skills

Budget planning

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Job description

Bowie State University seeks an Associate Director of Disability Support Services to ensure compliance with federal and state accessibility laws and to advance equitable access for students with disabilities.

The role provides strategic leadership, oversees accommodations and services, and collaborates with faculty and IT to implement inclusive practices across campus. A master’s degree and strong communication skills are required.