Disability Access Center Administrator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition

Fee remission for Purdue degree

Insurance starts on first day

Generous PTO in December

Job summary

Purdue University Fort Wayne is seeking a full-time, on-site Disability Access Center Administrator to oversee equitable access and accommodations for students with disabilities. The role focuses on managing a caseload, records, and universal design initiatives on campus.

You will lead the DAC in the absence of the Executive Director and coordinate day-to-day office activities while ensuring compliance with ADA, Section 504, and related laws.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree or HS/GED with disability-related experience.
• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504, Section 508, and ADAAA.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage equitable access and accommodation management.
• Maintain records and oversee auxiliary accommodations.
• Lead the DAC in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Oversee day-to-day office operations.
• Implement institution-wide accessibility initiatives.

Skills

ADA laws

Disability Rights

Customer service

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

HS/GED with disability-related experience

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 Administrator in 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 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