Corestaff Services is looking for Assistant Director Disability Support Services (Bowie) in Kettering, MD.
This local job opportunity with ID 3890378716 is live since 2026-10-15 04:31:27.
We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant Director of Disability Support Services . In this role, you will work closely with the Director to ensure all university programs, services, and activities are fully accessible and compliant with federal and state laws. You will play a pivotal role in reviewing documentation, determining accommodations, developing campus-wide training, and advocating for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to their education. Key Responsibilities Compliance & Strategic Operations Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Assist the Director in ensuring university programs and activities comply with the ADA/ADAAA, Section 504, Section 508 , and all relevant federal and state laws. Research Best Practices: Research and implement modern policies, procedures, and systems aligned with ADA guidelines to continuously improve accommodation services. Data & Reporting: Gather metrics and assist with data collection for annual reports and other departmental compliance requirements. Housing Accommodations: Partner with Residence Life to review and implement approved housing accommodations for students. Student Intake & Advocacy Eligibility & Intake: Review student documentation and conduct intake interviews to determine eligibility and approve appropriate accommodations. Assistive Technology: Determine the best assistive technology and training programs to support students' specific needs. Conflict Resolution: Act as a mediator to diffuse and resolve difficult issues between students, faculty, external stakeholders, or parents. Holistic Support: Collaborate with campus partners—including Counseling, Tutoring, Career Services, Veterans Affairs, and Title IX—to ensure students have full access to campus life. Training, Outreach & Programs Campus Training: Develop and facilitate workshops and training sessions on disability awareness and compliance for faculty, staff, students, and external agencies. Special Event Coordination: Assist with major initiatives, including annual Disability Awareness Month events (October) and Student Orientation & Onboarding activities. Community Liaisons: Build and maintain relationships with secondary school systems and external agencies to ease the transition process for incoming post-secondary students. Workforce Development: Collaborate with the federal Workforce Recruitment Program to connect students with professional opportunities. Staff Supervision Personnel Management: Assist the Director in hiring contractual employees, including sign language interpreters. Scribe Management: Train, supervise, and handle the scheduling for student scribes. Position Requirements Minimum Training & Experience Education: Master’s Degree in Counseling, Higher Education Administration, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of professional work experience serving individuals with disabilities specifically within a post-secondary educational setting . Training Background: Demonstrated experience developing and delivering training on the ADA and Section 504 in a higher education environment. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Legal Expertise: Deep knowledge of federal laws governing disability services, including the ADA, Section 504, and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. Documentation Review: Proven ability to analyze and interpret psychoeducational evaluations and clinical documentation to determine accommodation needs (verifiable through coursework, previous employment, or both). Technical Savvy: Hands-on experience working with assistive technology support tools and software. Professional Growth: A commitment to ongoing professional development to stay current on evolving disability service trends and regulations.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
read more
