Assistant Director EFP

Department: UL

Classification: Professional Faculty

Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Salary: Salary range starting in the mid $60k's; commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

Disability Services ensures equitable access to George Mason University's programs and services for qualified students with disabilities. A qualified student with a disability is a student with a disability who meets the academic and technical standards required for admission or participation in the university's education program and services. As defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a person has a disability if they: * has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities of such individual; * has a record of such an impairment; or * is regarded as having such an impairment. Disability Services strives to foster partnerships with students, faculty, and staff to create environments that are accessible and inclusive.

About the Position:

The Assistant Director of the Executive Functioning Program (EFP), reporting to the Associate Director in Disability Services for MASI/EFP, plays a key role in supporting the growth and development of the EFP. This includes overseeing EFP part-time wage staff, providing professional development opportunities for staff, developing and implementing accommodations, and determining program eligibility for applicants. The Assistant Director supports faculty and staff with questions related to accommodations and program support. Additionally, the Assistant Director assists in expanding the program and hosts informational sessions for potential students. In the absence of the Associate Director, the Assistant Director assumes oversight of the EFP and steps into their role as needed.

This position is not eligible for international visa sponsorship

Responsibilities:

• Develops and assists the Associate Director with day-to-day operations and ongoing program development, ensuring smooth and effective execution of tasks;
• Collaborates with and advises faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders in the delivery of services, providing guidance through meetings, consultations, and resource sharing;
• Develops and co-facilitates staff training, orientation, and informational sessions, ensuring staff are equipped with necessary skills and knowledge to support the program;
• Interprets and implements university, state, and federal laws and policies related to Disability Services, ensuring compliance through clear communication and adherence to guidelines;
• Develops and implements reasonable accommodations for students within the EFP, ensuring timely and appropriate support by assessing individual needs and coordinating services;
• Supervises student and wage staff, providing direction, feedback, and oversight to ensure effective performance and program support;
• Develops and maintains accurate records of yearly academic and program-related statistics, utilizing data to assess program effectiveness and inform future improvements;
• Serves as the primary point of contact for prospective families and community members, providing detailed information about the EFP program, answering inquiries, and offering guidance throughout the enrollment process;
• Develops and maintains a system for tracking and documenting prospective students, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records for follow-up communication and program planning;
• Regularly updates prospective student records, maintaining clear and organized documentation to ensure timely outreach and follow-up with families;
• Cultivates relationships with prospective families, providing personalized support and resources to help them make informed decisions about program participation;
• Develops and maintains outreach strategies to engage community members, schools, and organizations, ensuring awareness of the EFP program and its service;
• Adapts to the evolving needs of the program and contributes to various administrative or strategic initiatives as necessary;
• Communicates with parents and students on an as-needed basis, providing support, answering questions, and ensuring clear understandin