Director - Center for Student Accessibility (HEO)

POSITION DETAILS

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY), a comprehensive college in downtown Brooklyn offering associate and baccalaureate degrees, invites applications for the Director of the Center for Student Accessibility.

The Director of the Center for Student Accessibility reports to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, and is responsible for providing leadership and management of all services and activities related to the Center, including but not limited to:

• Direct the day-to-day operations of Accessibility Services, including provision of accommodation services (note takers, readers, scribes, interpreters, adaptive technology labs, proctoring, and business functions).
• Responsible for compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as they relate to student issues, and ensure the maintenance of case files/confidential student records in line with FERPA and College/University protocol.
• Provide oversight and development of policies and procedures to determine appropriate accommodations, and arrange/coordinate campus responses to access support needs of individual students.
• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff on academic, testing, and accessible accommodations.
• Consult, advocate, and provide crisis intervention with local, state, and private agencies in order to best meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with the Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX, Section 504, and ADA Coordinator to ensure compliance and that student disability concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
• Oversee the recruitment and referral of eligible students into the CUNY LEADS program to facilitate successful academic and career outcomes.
• Provide institutional consultation about academic and physical accommodation needs.
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of current state and federal legislation related to disability access, funding for services, and trends in the field of higher education disability services.
• Complete and validate financial and operational reports on service provision, resource allocation, etc. to meet the requirements of grant-funded programs and the internal budget.
• Participate in national and regional conferences and maintain active membership, leadership and engagement in relevant professional organizations.
• Establish long- and short-range strategic planning, program goals, and operating procedures for the unit in alignment with those of the Division and College.
• Develop and conduct campus-wide education, programming, and in-service training to increase awareness of relevant disability related issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master???s degree in higher education administration, counseling, rehabilitation, special education, social work, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years full-time professional experience working with adolescents or college-aged students with disabilities in a secondary or higher education setting, applying Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Demonstrated management experience with budget oversight, personnel supervision, and program development.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides administrative oversight, visionary leadership and broad direction for all aspects of a unit supporting students with special needs.

• Develops a comprehensive program serving students with disabilities to ensure their retention and academic success
• Serves as the primary resource related to campus student disability issues and works collaboratively to identify, facilitate, and implement a vast array of student support services
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies
• Manages program and administrative support staff, including professionals such as Sign Language Interpreters and Disability Accommodations specialists
• Prepares long- and short- range plans and budgets, and monitors and reports performance related to goals
• Develops and implements program assessment plan to evaluate program delivery of services, student learning outcomes, and student satisfaction
• Generates campus-wide programming for students with disabilities and to increase sensitivity throughout the college community
• May manage other student affairs programs serving a variety of student communities
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Disability Services Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$111,560 - $129,310. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin on or after January 31, 2025.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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Location

NYC College of Technology

About CUNY NYC College of Technology

New York City College of Technology is a baccalaureate and associate degree-granting institution committed to providing broad access to high quality technological and professional education for a diverse urban population. City Tech’s distinctive emphasis on applied skills and place-based learning built upon a vibrant general education foundation equips students with both problem-solving skills and an understanding of the social contexts of technology that make its graduates competitive. A multi- disciplinary approach and creative collaboration are hallmarks of the academic programs. As a community City Tech nurtures an atmosphere of inclusion, respect, and open-mindedness in which all members can flourish.

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