Director, Accessibility & Student Success

Reading Area Community College; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Area Community College is seeking a Director of Accessibility Services to lead planning and compliance with ADA and Rehabilitation Act requirements, ensuring equal access to programs for students with disabilities.

The Director will manage intake, accommodations, and data reporting, educate the campus about legal guidelines, build community partnerships, and contribute to student retention and success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related discipline.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in disability services in higher education.
• At least 2 years of direct supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ADA/504/508 compliance for students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement student accommodation plans and case management.
• Coordinate intake and referral processes; monitor retention and success.
• Educate faculty and staff on accessibility policies and procedures.
• Maintain databases for tracking accommodations (e.g., Maxient).
• Collaborate with campus partners and external agencies for services.

Skills

ADA knowledge

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Self-motivated

Document interpretation

Education

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related discipline.

Tools

Maxient

Colleague

Accommodated testing portals

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reading Area Community College is seeking a Director of Accessibility Services to lead planning and compliance with ADA and Rehabilitation Act requirements, ensuring equal access to programs for students with disabilities.

The Director will manage intake, accommodations, and data reporting, educate the campus about legal guidelines, build community partnerships, and contribute to student retention and success.