| Job Title: Office of Accessibility Manager Job ID: 21896 Location: Borough of Manhattan CC Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular POSITION DETAILS Under the direction of the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee, the Office of Accessibility (OA) Manager, will assist in creating and maintaining a supportive academic, emotional, and creative environment for the Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) students. This person will: - Develop, implement, and evaluate the Office of Accessibility's programs, workshops, services and publications.
- Coordinate accommodations and services including note-taking, exam proctoring, assistive technology, interpreting/transcribing services, readers, scribes, etc.
- Review documentation and determine student's eligibility for reasonable accommodations and develop appropriate accommodation profiles.
- Provides referrals to on-campus community resources as appropriate.
- Liaise with local city and state rehabilitation and related agencies.
- Serve on college's ADA compliance committee and serve as liaison to the campus community on guidance and information regarding disability-related topics.
- Actively solicit external grant funding and monitor program's current grant activities.
- Represent the college at university-wide and city-wide meetings on students with disabilities.
- Conduct workshops on related topics for students, faculty and staff.
- Coordinate academic testing for students registered with the Office of Accessibility.
- Administer and manage the Office of Accessibility budget and daily operations.
- Provide direct supervision of all staff.
- Serve as a resource during drop-in services for people visiting the Office of Accessibility.
- Stay current of current legal issues and trends associated with supporting students with accessibility needs.
- Monitor student academic progress and provides direction and support for students who are experiencing academic, social, and transitional difficulties.
- Develop and maintain a resource clearinghouse for accessibility needs and services for students registered with the Office of Accessibility.
- Assist in implementing major college-wide events such as commencement, orientation, registration, and honors convocation.
- Participate in campus-wide retention and persistence outreach and activities.
- Availability to work evening hours and weekends, as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree and six years' related experience required. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: - Master's degree in higher education administration, social work, student personnel administration, counseling, educational psychology, special education or related field preferred.
- At least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education or rehabilitation agencies required.
- Knowledge of providing services to college students in accordance of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related policies required.
- Supervisory experience of professional staff preferred.
- Should have outstanding customer-service experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Must possess strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with attention to detail and proven leadership.
- Broad knowledge base of current higher education practice, theory and research, and their application, especially as they relate to student conduct.
- Experience using assessment and data as a part of decision making.
- Successful record of working with and implementing programs and services for students with disabilities within a diverse student population.
- Be a creative, dynamic individual with demonstrated examples of balanced and superior judgment, who can work independently and under general supervision to provide courteous and accurate customer service to students, visitors and the campus community.
- Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, project management, analytical, and conflict-management skills, and the ability to balance numerous demands, evaluate competing priorities and adjust planning as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment, understanding and sensitivity to the cultural, social and educational needs of a diverse student body with diverse values and priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with students, faculty and staff, parents, system-wide colleagues, and community partners.
- Demonstrated ability to work on sensitive, confidential, and complicated issues with discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Social Media.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW Develops, and manages delivery of, services to students with special needs. - Oversees daily office operations and provides training and supervision to staff
- Directs one or more distinct programs in support of the unit in an area of expertise, developing plans, providing services, and managing facilities and equipment
- Collects and analyzes relevant program and outcomes data, (tracking usage, satisfaction with initiatives, and impact on student retention and success
- Develops programs to ensure inclusiveness as well as compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies
- Prepares reports and develops other communications including publications, workshops, and web site materials
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Student Disability Services Manager CUNY TITLE Higher Education Associate FLSA Exempt COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Salary $$81,647 - $94,542 CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. HOW TO APPLY Access CUNYfirst Portal CLOSING DATE April 9, 2020 JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. |
