Director of Student Accessibility Services

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an amazing opportunity for individuals excited and committed to assisting and supporting students as a Director of Student Accessibility Services. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 26 consecutive years. 

As the Director of Student Accessibility Servicesyou will manage and facilitate equitable opportunity and access for students with disabilities; serve as subject matter expert and consultant about legal obligations pertaining to the ADAAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Fair Housing Act, as they correlate to higher education; manage and facilitate temporary medical accommodations for students.

You will receive, review, and analyze current documentation to determine areas of diagnosis and functional limitation; engage in interpersonal student communication regarding their history, diagnosis, and current functional limitations; keep anecdotal records and maintain student case files and confidential student records in accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). You will facilitate clear and consistent steps for students to apply and process reasonable accommodations while guiding constituents on their role in supporting equity and access on campus. 

As the Director of Student Accessibility Servicesyou will serves as a member of the Student Affairs Management team and assist with setting strategic priorities and direction for the department; help ensure departmental goals align with Institute priorities and participate in the budgeting process by identifying project needs and priorities. You will serve on various groups and committees and represent the vice president and department at various meetings/functions as needed.

Qualified candidates will have a master’s degree in social sciences, higher education, or special education and five to seven years of experience working in an Accessibility/Disability Services arena. Must be able to analyze disability documentation including psychometric testing, medical documentation, psychological assessments, self-reports, and/or other relevant information to determine eligibility for specific, appropriate, and reasonable post-secondary education accommodations. Must understand the variance from high school to secondary education accommodations. Must have knowledge of computer and assistive technologies, disability, and accessibility practices and procedures. Must be proficient in counseling and advising techniques. Must have the ability to effectively communicate complex technical matters related to disabilities/accessibility standards, both verbally and in writing. Must have strong analytical, project/process management, organizational, time management, and computer skills and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred candidates will have eight years of experience working in Accessibility/Disability Services in higher education. Preferred candidates will have the ability to work with people from diverse age groups, diverse social, cultural, economic, ethnic, sexual orientations and gender identities, and students of all religious backgrounds.

At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for. We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive. Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support. 

Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.

Applications: Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email, HRApply@rose-hulman.edu, for questions. 

Anticipated start date is January 6, 2025

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.

EEO/AA

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of race, religion, sex, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.