Assistant Director, Access and Accommodations

Job Description

When was the last time you changed the world?

In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

We’re currently searching for an assistant director to join our Services for Students with Disabilities team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re interested, please keep reading.

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) You’ll be joining the SSD team; a department centered on providing resources and supports for students with disabilities.
2) You’ll be reporting to the director, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment. 
3) You’ll be responsible for supervising, training, and evaluating our team who determines reasonable accommodations. You will also independently and collaboratively determine reasonable accommodations for students in a variety of campus environments.
4) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
5) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $55,000-65,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning.
The TEAM: Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) strives to create an accessible and inclusive campus community. We collaborate with campus partners to remove barriers and meet the individualized access needs of disabled students. SSD supports success through the promotion of student learning and the development of advocacy skills.

Required Qualifications
• Advanced degree in a human services field such as disability services, counseling, clinical psychology, social work, special education, higher education, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated success in leading a professional team, including the ability to coordinate and assign multiple work schedules.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal disability legislation, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Knowledge of assistive/adaptive technology systems used by students with disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including experience in delivering training or presentations to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in a higher education setting.
• Familiarity with assistive technologies and accessibility tools commonly used by students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of universal design principles and their application in higher education.

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$60,000 - $65,000

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Review Date

01/31/2025

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professio