Head of Accessibility & Testing Services

Surry Community College; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Surry Community College seeks a Director of Accessibility and Testing Services to lead accessibility initiatives for students, faculty and staff. The role oversees testing accommodations, disability documentation, interpreter coordination, and advocacy to promote inclusive learning experiences on campus.

The ideal candidate has at least two years supporting students with disabilities, knowledge of relevant laws, and strong leadership skills.

Formación

• Minimum of two years’ experience working with high school and/or college students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of disability laws in higher education and students with disabilities (e.g., Section 504, ADA).
• Knowledge of various disability types and reasonable accommodations.
• Experience interpreting medical documentation for accommodations.
• Effective leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to read and interpret disability documentation, including psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations.

Responsabilidades

• Reviews incoming student documentation for completeness based on guidelines by disability and communicates with students/parents for additional documents.
• Assists students in requesting and arranging instructional, technical, facility, and staff‑assigned accommodations.
• Acts as an advocate for student needs with faculty and staff; promotes self‑advocacy.
• Serves as the first point of contact for accessibility and accommodation inquiries.
• Provides proactive outreach to identify, engage, and support students who may benefit from Accessibility Services.
• Schedules testing accommodation appointments in the Testing Center.
• Schedules and manages ASL interpreters for graduation ceremonies.
• Keeps abreast of WCAG standards and accessibility laws; updates related policies.
• Develops orientations and workshops educating students, faculty, and staff about disability issues.
• Organizes an annual voter registration drive on campus.
• Serves on college committees; supports institutional effectiveness goals.
• Reviews vendor VPATs and accessibility documentation to confirm software and digital resources meet WCAG standards.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Advocacy skills

Leadership

Educación

Master’s degree (related field)

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Surry Community College seeks a Director of Accessibility and Testing Services to lead accessibility initiatives for students, faculty and staff. The role oversees testing accommodations, disability documentation, interpreter coordination, and advocacy to promote inclusive learning experiences on campus.

The ideal candidate has at least two years supporting students with disabilities, knowledge of relevant laws, and strong leadership skills.