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A Director of Disability Services oversees programs and accommodations that support individuals with disabilities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and institutional policies. They collaborate with staff, faculty, and external organizations to create inclusive environments. Their responsibilities often include managing accessibility services, advocating for disability rights, and developing policies to enhance support systems. Effective leadership, knowledge of disability laws, and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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To thrive as a Director Disability Services, you need expertise in disability laws and regulations, program management, and a relevant advanced degree such as a master's in social work, rehabilitation, or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, accessibility assessment tools, and compliance reporting systems is often required. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you effectively advocate and coordinate with staff, clients, and external agencies. These abilities are crucial for ensuring that disability services are compliant, effective, and responsive to the needs of individuals with disabilities.

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Directors of Disability Services often navigate challenges such as keeping up-to-date with changing federal and state accessibility regulations, managing limited resources, and balancing the diverse needs of students, clients, or employees with disabilities. They also frequently handle complex cases requiring collaboration across departments, advocacy for reasonable accommodations, and the development of inclusive practices. Successfully addressing these challenges requires both a strong knowledge base and flexible leadership. Most organizations support the Director with a team of specialists, but the role remains both hands-on and strategic, especially when implementing new policies or responding to service gaps.

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Assistant Director, Regional Disability Services

Miamioh

Hamilton, OH โ€ข On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

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Job description

Job Title

Assistant Director, Regional Disability Services

Department

Office of the Dean of Students

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

55,000

Position Salary Maximum

59,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-07-14

Job Description Summary

The Regional Student Disability Services Assistant Director is a member of the Miller Center for Disability Services leadership team. This position is responsible for implementing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and leading accessibility initiatives in collaboration with campus partners. The position reports to the Miller Center Director and has a dotted reporting line to the Regional Senior Assistant Dean.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

  • Oversees daily office operations for the Regional campus in partnership with the Miller Center Director.

  • Assists the Miller Center Director with staff training and supervision, develops and implements disability accommodation procedures.

  • Maintains knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices.

  • Serves on university committees and workgroups to promote disability access & inclusion.

  • Provides database administration for the Miller Center electronic case management system AIM (Access Information Management).

  • Oversees administration of accommodated testing upon faculty request.

  • Oversees process to ensure advance planning of accessible course material for students with vision and hearing disabilities.

  • Provides ongoing case management and advocacy for approx. 250-500 registered students with disabilities.

  • Coordinates campus-wide programming to promote disability access and inclusion.

  • Responds to faculty inquiries regarding procedures and best practices for providing student accommodations, other duties as assigned.

  • Ability to engage with diverse individuals in a culturally conscious manner.

  • Other duties as assigned

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Higher Education, Social Work, Counseling or related field, At least 3 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Direct experience with AIM (Access Information Management)

  • Prior experience working in a college disability service office

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Written, verbal and interpersonal proficiency

  • Knowledge of computers and office applications

  • Knowledge of related state and federal laws (i.e., ADA)

  • Ability to work independently

  • Proven ability to support all students

Required Application Documents

Resume and Cover letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

N/A

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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