"Assistant Director Office of Student Accessibility"

Job Details

OVERVIEW:

DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Founded in 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A total enrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-time faculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range of disciplines; many of these can be completed fully online.

In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuring a four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, and Humanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with a designated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director of Disability Services supports the overall leadership, administration, and delivery of disability-related accommodations and services. This position assists with the management of daily operations, supervision of staff, case management, compliance with federal disability laws, and collaboration with campus partners to promote accessibility and inclusion. The Assistant Director serves as a key decision-maker in determining reasonable accommodations and ensuring equitable access for students with disabilities. The Assistant Director is also responsible for partnering with the Department of Athletics to provide learning support for student athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of disability laws including ADA, Section 504, and Fair Housing Act.
• Ability to interpret disability documentation and determine reasonable accommodations.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with assistive technology, accessibility tools, and accommodation management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to learn and utilize software and other technology effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with a variety of state and federal laws, guidelines, and regulations
• Schedule requires occasional evening and weekend hours
• Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity
• Dedicated to the mission of a small, Catholic, liberal arts institution

DeSales University is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled