Transforming lives through learning isn’t just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens. 

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees.  We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

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Job Summary

Application Deadline: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: DSPS

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary Range:
Range: M-6: $103,538 (Step A), $107,680 (Step B), $111,988 (Step C) Annually
Based on experience

Doctoral Bonus: An employee with an earned doctorate from an accredited collegiate institution will receive a $2,000 annual doctoral stipend. Any additional earned doctorate will not be eligible for additional amounts.

Anticipated Start Date: July 2026

Job Description

About Us:

Cuyamaca College is a public, two-year community college located in east San Diego County, California. Annually, the College serves over 11,000 students who come from diverse backgrounds. Cuyamaca College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and is home to the only Kumeyaay Studies program in California. As a leader in innovation and accelerated, culturally-responsive approaches to education, Cuyamaca College prepares students for successful transfer to four-year universities, entry into the workforce, and advancement in their careers.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Student Services and Special Programs, the Director, Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) oversees accommodations and services for students with disabilities, manages program budgets, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. This role promotes accessibility and professional development across campus, leads professional development, and serves as the campus lead for deaf and hard of hearing services for DSPS students. The Director is responsible for coordinating and organizing the DSPS Office and High-Tech Center (HTC), including scheduling and reviewing office activities. Additionally, the position supervises and evaluates assigned staff to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and coordination for the DSPS office and HTC. 

• Support the coordination of accommodations and services for students with disabilities—including interpreting, captioning, note-taking, alternate media, assistive technology, and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) support services.

• Supervise and evaluate classified professionals and student workers.

• Monitor and administer DSPS and HTC budgets in compliance with district and state categorical funding guidelines. 

• Ensure compliance with Title 5, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws and regulations. 

• In collaboration with faculty and other administrators, develop and implement department policies, procedures, and protocols that support accessible, inclusive, and student-centered practices.