Assistant Director, Disability Services

Job Title

Assistant Director, Disability Services

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Student Counseling & Disability Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,742.67 monthly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Disability Services, under general direction, assists in the daily operations of services and programs administered by the Office of Disability Services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operation of services and programs administered by the Office of Disability Services including coordinating and providing academic accommodations, exam services, faculty training, and consultation.

• Reviews documentation, conducts intakes, and determines appropriate academic accommodations.

• Assists with hiring, training, and supervision of staff.

• Assists with budget development and implementation, developing strategic planning, assessment, and evaluation of programs.

• Assists faculty in meeting accommodation requests.

• Serves on committees.

• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists in overseeing the procurement and maintenance of a variety of adaptive equipment and services. 

• Create outreach events for students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Rehabilitation.

• Experience – Six years of related experience; a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Special Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Rehabilitation.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable Federal and State laws.   

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Determine appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities.

• Interpret standard psychological assessments and diagnostic methods for use in determining accommodations.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and experience in the application of these laws to accommodation requests in the academic setting.

• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to serving people with disabilities in post-secondary education.

Licensing / Professional Certification – Preferred: Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or similar certification.

Physical Requirements – None.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

• This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

• Some travel and weekend work is required.

Salary: $44,912/annually

First review of applications will be October 4, 2021

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:  During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials.  The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time.  The page "My Experience " has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files.

Be sure to include:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• At least 3 references and their full contact information, and

• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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