Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services

Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services

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.

Position Details

• Posted: March 11, 2026
• Level: Community College Professional 19, 12‑month, tenure‑track position
• Employment Type: Standard
• Hours: Full‑time, 35 hours per week
• Anticipated Start Date: June 2026
• Work Location: CT State Quinebaug Valley, 742 Upper Maple Street, Danielson, CT 06239
• Work Modality: On‑site; Position is not remote
• Closing Date: Open until filled; priority consideration for applicants who submit materials by April 8, 2026

Position Summary

The Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services plays a critical role at the campus level by overseeing accommodations and services for students with permanent and/or temporary disabilities. The Director ensures compliance with state and federal legislation, engages in the interactive process with students, and recommends reasonable and appropriate accommodations that support student success while maintaining academic integrity. The incumbent must demonstrate cultural humility, sensitivity, and the ability to effectively train, guide, and support students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. The role also provides leadership and guidance in complying with Section 504, the ADA and related legislation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Student Support & Accommodations
• Institutional Compliance & Risk Management
• Training, Outreach, & Community Engagement
• Administrative Leadership

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, or related field and 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 that provides the required competencies for successful performance of the 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 open‑access student workers
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those 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.

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Application Instructions

To apply, submit a cover letter and 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. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Links to external resume sites are not accepted. Apply online at 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

• 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

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 trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a‑80(b) or 46a‑81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

Contact Information

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

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