Chief Accessibility & Inclusion Officer

The University of Texas at Dallas; United States; Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of Texas at Dallas seeks a Senior Director for the AccessAbility Resources Center (ARC) to lead university‑wide accessibility services and ensure ADA compliance. This strategic role coordinates with IT, teaching and learning, and academic leadership to create a proactive, inclusive environment that supports students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include vision, data‑driven service improvement, and professional development for faculty and staff, while advancing digital

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of related field experience.
• 14+ years of progressively responsible experience in a related field (preferred).
• Five years or more of experience in higher education.

Aufgaben

• Lead the strategic vision for the ARC, aligning accessibility goals with student success initiatives.
• Use assessment data to evaluate impact on student success and graduation rates; forecast resource needs.
• Serve as the primary SME on ADA, Section 504/508, and related laws; interpret legislation with Legal Counsel.
• Direct daily ARC operations: intake, exam administration, and assistive technology; manage budget and personnel.
• Collaborate with OIT and Educational Technology Services to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards; advise on facilities as needed.
• Mentor and evaluate a diverse team of accessibility professionals; foster a high‑performance culture.

Kenntnisse

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Communication

Change management

Mentoring

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

The University of Texas at Dallas seeks a Senior Director for the AccessAbility Resources Center (ARC) to lead university‑wide accessibility services and ensure ADA compliance. This strategic role coordinates with IT, teaching and learning, and academic leadership to create a proactive, inclusive environment that supports students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include vision, data‑driven service improvement, and professional development for faculty and staff, while advancing digital