Disability Access Center Administrator

IPFW; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition through Purdue University

Fee remission for Purdue degree for is

Insurance starts on first day of hire

Generous Paid Time Off

Additional benefit information link

Job summary

Purdue University Fort Wayne is seeking a full-time, onsite Disability Access Center Administrator to manage equitable access and accommodation services for students with disabilities. The role involves leading the DAC and coordinating accessibility initiatives on campus.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree with disability-related experience and knowledge of relevant laws and inclusive design principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2–3 years’ disability-related work experience (or HS/GED with 4 years).
• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504, Section 508, ADAAA.
• Knowledge of disability models and inclusive educational design.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to a diverse campus community.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and troubleshoot.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage equitable access and accommodation management.
• Manage caseload of students with significant need.
• Maintain appropriate records.
• Oversee implementation of auxiliary accommodations.
• Lead the DAC in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Oversee day-to-day office responsibilities and other matters as needed.
• Lead institution-wide initiatives to address accessibility barriers and promote universal design.

Job description

Job Title: Disability Access Center Administrator

City: Fort Wayne

Job Description:

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking a fulltime, onsite Disability Access Center Administrator in our Disability Access Center (DAC). The Disability Access Center Administratorin administering access and highly specialized support for students with disabilities at Purdue University Fort Wayne.The pay for this position is $57,120.00 annually.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages all aspect of equitable access and accommodation management
• Manages caseload of students with significant need
• Maintains appropriate records
• Oversees implementation of auxiliary accommodations
• Lead the DAC in the absence of the Executive Director
• Oversees day to day office responsibilities and other matters as needed
• Leads institution-wide initiatives to address accessibility barriers and promote a universal design approach to accessibility
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 -3 years’ disability related work experience.
  • *Consideration will be given to those who possess an HS/GED with 4 years of direct disability related work experience.*
• Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal laws related to Disability Rights: ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508, ADAAA.
• Knowledge of models of disability and inclusive educational design.
• Knowledge of the application of federal and state laws that provide for an accessible experience for disabled students.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to a robust and diverse campus community.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including email, phone, and in-person communication.
• Ability to assist in managing competing priorities and troubleshoot, as needed.
• Sensitivity when working with confidential information and have the ability to maintain this confidentiality at all times.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in higher education.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/EA

FLSA Status

Exempt