Director of the Office of Accessibility Services

External Applicant Instructions Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application. Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields - you will need to verify that the data is accurate. In the "My Experience" section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit. Office of Accessibility Services Director of the Office of Accessibility Services The Director of the Office of Accessibility Services (Director 3) reports to the Executive Director of the Kean Wellness Center. The Director has responsibility for directing the coordination of accommodations and related services for students with disabilities; identifying, placing and remediating students with basic skills deficiencies; and providing tutorials and other academic services to all students. The Director is responsible for developing and overseeing the budget, supervising office staff and student personnel and serving as a resource to the Kean University community. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Executive Director. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and three years of professional experience working with students with disabilities at the post-secondary level is required. This experience must include staff supervision and budget management. A Master's degree in a related field such as Education, Psychology, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel Services and knowledge of Ellucian Colleague, Image Now, Simplicity and webpage content management software is preferred. Candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of Section 504 and ADA, including but not limited to: legal issues, higher education and support services; strong computer skills, and research and statistical reporting skills; and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff and administrators. The deadline for applications is December 5, 2024. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to the starting date of employment. Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions. Additional Information Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act ( (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures ( . Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean's commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond. EEO/AA Statement Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

Created: 2024-11-22