Director of Disability Services at MSU Denver

Compensation

$83,836 – $112,000/yr

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: Full-time

Description

The Director of Disability Services- Access Center at Metropolitan State University of Denver oversees the Access Center and institutional accessibility initiatives. This role involves providing strategic, operational, and compliance leadership for disability resources, access, and inclusive design, ensuring equitable access for students with disabilities according to federal and state laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. The director manages accommodation services, leads staff, improves student access and success, and acts as a subject matter expert on disability access and inclusive practices.

Required Skills

disability services
ADA requirements
Section 504 requirements
accommodation services
accessibility programs
budget management
student engagement
outreach and marketing strategies
assessment strategies
continuous improvement efforts

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Five (5) years of experience in disability services within post-secondary education.
Experience interpreting and applying ADA and Section 504 requirements.
Experience administering disability accommodations and related support services.
Experience leading disability services or accessibility programs.
Three (3) years of direct supervisory experience.
Experience managing departmental budgets or financial resources.
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Disability Studies, Education, Student Affairs, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience with disability services management systems (e.g., AIM, Accommodate, ClockWork, or similar platforms).