Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services
CT State Community College, Danbury, Connecticut, us, 06813
About CT State
Connecticut State Community College (CT State)was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.
For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Position Details Posted:
February 19, 2026
Level:
Community College Professional 19, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type:
Standard
Hours:
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date:
May 2026
Work Location:
CT State Naugatuck Valley - Danbury Campus 7 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Work Modality:
On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Position Summary Connecticut State Community College (CT State), as the only open access higher education institution, provides a wide range of educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of students across the state. A central component of this mission is ensuring equitable access to all academic, co-curricular, and institutional programs.
The Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services plays a critical role at the campus level by fulfilling this commitment and overseeing accommodations and services for students with permanent and/or temporary disabilities. The Campus Director ensures compliance with state and federal legislation, engages in the interactive process with students, determines and recommends reasonable and appropriate accommodations that support student success and maintain academic integrity.
The incumbent must demonstrate cultural humility, sensitivity, and the ability to effectively train, guide, and support students, faculty, and staff from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. The Campus Director also provides leadership and guidance in complying with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other related legislation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Campus Dean, or other designated administrators, the Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services is responsible for expertise in student support, legal compliance, and institutional leadership through effective performance in these essential duties:
Student Support & Accommodations
Institutional Compliance & Risk Management
Training, Outreach, & Community Engagement
Administrative Leadership
Additional responsibilities include:
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.
This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, or related field together with two (2) or more years of related experience working with individuals with disabilities that includes up to two (2) years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of disability laws, including ADA, Section 504, HIPAA, and FERPA.
Expertise in interpreting diagnostic assessments and understanding disability impacts.
Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to inclusive excellence.
Supervisory experience with staff and/or student workers.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) or more years of experience working with students with disabilities in higher education and open access institutions
Advanced knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices
Experience collaborating with faculty on inclusive teaching and universal design
Salary and Benefits
Salary range; $80,901-$86,320 approximate annual
Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees
Application Instructions To apply, submit:
A cover letter
A resume
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes:
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
Links to external resume sites are not accepted
Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.
The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon:
Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or traffickingor any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless theprovisionsofSection46a-80(b) or46a-81(b)of theConnecticutGeneral Statutes arecontrollingor there are bonafide occupational qualifications excluding personsin one oftheabove protectedgroups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State
Position Details Posted:
February 19, 2026
Level:
Community College Professional 19, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type:
Standard
Hours:
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date:
May 2026
Work Location:
CT State Naugatuck Valley - Danbury Campus 7 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Work Modality:
On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
Position Summary Connecticut State Community College (CT State), as the only open access higher education institution, provides a wide range of educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of students across the state. A central component of this mission is ensuring equitable access to all academic, co-curricular, and institutional programs.
The Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services plays a critical role at the campus level by fulfilling this commitment and overseeing accommodations and services for students with permanent and/or temporary disabilities. The Campus Director ensures compliance with state and federal legislation, engages in the interactive process with students, determines and recommends reasonable and appropriate accommodations that support student success and maintain academic integrity.
The incumbent must demonstrate cultural humility, sensitivity, and the ability to effectively train, guide, and support students, faculty, and staff from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. The Campus Director also provides leadership and guidance in complying with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other related legislation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Campus Dean, or other designated administrators, the Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services is responsible for expertise in student support, legal compliance, and institutional leadership through effective performance in these essential duties:
Student Support & Accommodations
Institutional Compliance & Risk Management
Training, Outreach, & Community Engagement
Administrative Leadership
Additional responsibilities include:
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.
This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, or related field together with two (2) or more years of related experience working with individuals with disabilities that includes up to two (2) years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of disability laws, including ADA, Section 504, HIPAA, and FERPA.
Expertise in interpreting diagnostic assessments and understanding disability impacts.
Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to inclusive excellence.
Supervisory experience with staff and/or student workers.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) or more years of experience working with students with disabilities in higher education and open access institutions
Advanced knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices
Experience collaborating with faculty on inclusive teaching and universal design
Salary and Benefits
Salary range; $80,901-$86,320 approximate annual
Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity
CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Generous leave policies
Multiple retirement plan options
Comprehensive health insurance choices
Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)
For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees
Application Instructions To apply, submit:
A cover letter
A resume
The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Important Notes:
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
Links to external resume sites are not accepted
Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States
Selection Process After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.
The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.
Background Screening Employment offers are contingent upon:
Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks
CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.
Equity Statement Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.
Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and/or traffickingor any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless theprovisionsofSection46a-80(b) or46a-81(b)of theConnecticutGeneral Statutes arecontrollingor there are bonafide occupational qualifications excluding personsin one oftheabove protectedgroups.
For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director of Equity and Civil Rights, CT State Community College, 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051, 860-612-7075 or nicholas.dagostino@ctstate.edu.
CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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