Director of Disability Services
Nativeamericanbar, Seattle, WA, United States
Director of Disability Services
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Months Per Year:
12
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Employment Status:
Full-Time
Work Model:
Hybrid Eligible*
Position Description Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Center for Learning Support and Accessibility, the Director of Disability Services is responsible for the leadership and administration of campus‑wide disability services and compliance at Seattle University. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and evaluation of accommodations and support for students with disabilities, ensuring campus compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In collaboration with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Director develops and maintains policies, procedures, and best practices that ensure campus‑wide compliance and promote accessibility and equity.
Responsibilities Leadership and Operations Supervision (35%)
Oversee day‑to‑day functioning of Disability Services to ensure legal compliance with state and federal law.
Set priorities with short‑ and long‑term campus accessibility goals and objectives based on assessment of program effectiveness and compliance need.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
Develop and monitor budget, including costs for direct accommodations for students such as interpreting, CART, materials for alternative‑format production, and captioning of classroom media.
Ensure operation of student‑friendly, staff‑efficient services in accordance with current higher educational research, best practices, and guidelines as outlined by the Council for the Advancement of Standards (CAS) as well as current legal opinion regarding Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Campus Compliance and Disability Education (40%)
Orient faculty and staff working with students with disabilities to the accommodation process and disability law.
Train and consult with school/college associate deans on classroom and program academic adjustments.
Initiate programs and services in collaboration with faculty, academic departments, schools, and colleges, student success, and student and campus life to design and provide accessible and inclusive experiences across campus.
Assess individual, programmatic, and institutional barriers to access and assist university units with the proactive and responsive provision of accommodations.
Review of Accommodation Requests, Documentation, and Implementation for New and Continuing Students (20%)
Conduct Access Planning meetings with students to determine accommodations.
Review disability documentation and determine eligibility for service.
Engage in interactive processes to determine and approve reasonable accommodation.
Orient students to provision of accommodations and services.
Assist students as they navigate the transition to college.
Provide individual support for students with disabilities.
Act as a liaison between students and faculty; facilitate conversations between faculty and students with understanding of multiple needs and perspectives when there are questions about accommodations.
Interact with families as appropriate.
Consult with faculty and staff in complex situations.
Make referrals to on‑ and off‑campus resources for additional services.
Ensure all accommodation and services are in compliance with legal requirements and provide documentation when necessary for compliance purposes.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of student accommodations, communications, and any related documentation, in compliance with institutional and legal requirements.
Provide expert knowledge regarding accommodation strategies in educational settings, disability‑based needs, and experiences.
Use appropriate professional judgment on when to involve others in complex situations around accommodations and law or policy‑based requirements.
Professional Partnerships (5%)
Serve on campus committees including but not limited to Student Success Leadership Council (SSLC), CLSA Leadership Team, and campus CARE Team.
Partner with Student Government (SGSU) Accessibility Senator.
Participate as an active member of the Washington Association on Post‑secondary Education and Disability (WAPED).
Core Competencies
Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.
Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non‑verbally.
Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.
Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaches problems with curiosity and adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.
Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.
Outcomes‑Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.
Qualifications
Master's degree required in social work, education, student development, rehabilitation, counseling, special education, or related field.
Three to five years' experience working with students with disabilities in higher education.
Three to five years of experience supervising staff in higher education.
Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, including making presentations and organizational skills.
Position requires demonstrated knowledge of disabilities, disability‑related issues, and legal issues related to Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Ability to interact positively with students in difficult situations.
All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university's mission, vision, and values.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in social work, education, student development, rehabilitation, counseling, or related field.
Certification or training in disability services, higher education, or related field.
Excellent judgment in situations with complex issues and ability to perform within the tension of competing values and needs.
Application Instructions Please attach a cover letter with your resume. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.
Compensation at a Glance Salary Range: $92,500 – $96,500
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.
Benefits at a Glance Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long‑term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar‑for‑dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Exempt
Months Per Year:
12
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Employment Status:
Full-Time
Work Model:
Hybrid Eligible*
Position Description Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Center for Learning Support and Accessibility, the Director of Disability Services is responsible for the leadership and administration of campus‑wide disability services and compliance at Seattle University. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and evaluation of accommodations and support for students with disabilities, ensuring campus compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In collaboration with faculty, staff, and campus partners, the Director develops and maintains policies, procedures, and best practices that ensure campus‑wide compliance and promote accessibility and equity.
Responsibilities Leadership and Operations Supervision (35%)
Oversee day‑to‑day functioning of Disability Services to ensure legal compliance with state and federal law.
Set priorities with short‑ and long‑term campus accessibility goals and objectives based on assessment of program effectiveness and compliance need.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
Develop and monitor budget, including costs for direct accommodations for students such as interpreting, CART, materials for alternative‑format production, and captioning of classroom media.
Ensure operation of student‑friendly, staff‑efficient services in accordance with current higher educational research, best practices, and guidelines as outlined by the Council for the Advancement of Standards (CAS) as well as current legal opinion regarding Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Campus Compliance and Disability Education (40%)
Orient faculty and staff working with students with disabilities to the accommodation process and disability law.
Train and consult with school/college associate deans on classroom and program academic adjustments.
Initiate programs and services in collaboration with faculty, academic departments, schools, and colleges, student success, and student and campus life to design and provide accessible and inclusive experiences across campus.
Assess individual, programmatic, and institutional barriers to access and assist university units with the proactive and responsive provision of accommodations.
Review of Accommodation Requests, Documentation, and Implementation for New and Continuing Students (20%)
Conduct Access Planning meetings with students to determine accommodations.
Review disability documentation and determine eligibility for service.
Engage in interactive processes to determine and approve reasonable accommodation.
Orient students to provision of accommodations and services.
Assist students as they navigate the transition to college.
Provide individual support for students with disabilities.
Act as a liaison between students and faculty; facilitate conversations between faculty and students with understanding of multiple needs and perspectives when there are questions about accommodations.
Interact with families as appropriate.
Consult with faculty and staff in complex situations.
Make referrals to on‑ and off‑campus resources for additional services.
Ensure all accommodation and services are in compliance with legal requirements and provide documentation when necessary for compliance purposes.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of student accommodations, communications, and any related documentation, in compliance with institutional and legal requirements.
Provide expert knowledge regarding accommodation strategies in educational settings, disability‑based needs, and experiences.
Use appropriate professional judgment on when to involve others in complex situations around accommodations and law or policy‑based requirements.
Professional Partnerships (5%)
Serve on campus committees including but not limited to Student Success Leadership Council (SSLC), CLSA Leadership Team, and campus CARE Team.
Partner with Student Government (SGSU) Accessibility Senator.
Participate as an active member of the Washington Association on Post‑secondary Education and Disability (WAPED).
Core Competencies
Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.
Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non‑verbally.
Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.
Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaches problems with curiosity and adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.
Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.
Outcomes‑Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.
Qualifications
Master's degree required in social work, education, student development, rehabilitation, counseling, special education, or related field.
Three to five years' experience working with students with disabilities in higher education.
Three to five years of experience supervising staff in higher education.
Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, including making presentations and organizational skills.
Position requires demonstrated knowledge of disabilities, disability‑related issues, and legal issues related to Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Ability to interact positively with students in difficult situations.
All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university's mission, vision, and values.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in social work, education, student development, rehabilitation, counseling, or related field.
Certification or training in disability services, higher education, or related field.
Excellent judgment in situations with complex issues and ability to perform within the tension of competing values and needs.
Application Instructions Please attach a cover letter with your resume. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.
Compensation at a Glance Salary Range: $92,500 – $96,500
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.
Benefits at a Glance Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long‑term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar‑for‑dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
#J-18808-Ljbffr