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Purdue University is hiring a Disability Access Center Administrator. The role works in the Disability Access Center at Purdue University Fort Wayne, administering access and highly specialized support for students with disabilities. The administrator manages accommodations and a caseload of students with significant needs, and leads the center in the Executive Director’s absence.

Highlights

Manage equitable access and accommodation processes for students with disabilities, including a caseload of students with significant need.
Oversee implementation of auxiliary accommodations and maintain appropriate student records.
Lead the Disability Access Center in the absence of the Executive Director and oversee day-to-day office responsibilities.
Lead institution-wide initiatives that address accessibility barriers and promote a universal design approach to accessibility.
Bachelor’s degree with at least two to three years of disability-related work experience; an HS/GED with four years of direct disability-related experience may be considered.
Demonstrated knowledge of disability rights law, including the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508, and the ADAAA, plus models of disability and inclusive educational design.
Provide exceptional customer service to a large and diverse campus community, with strong written and verbal communication by email, phone, and in person.
Manage competing priorities and troubleshoot as needed while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
Previous experience in higher education is preferred.
Full-time, on-site position paying $57,120 per year, with Purdue tuition and fee remission available for the employee, spouse, and children.

Disability Access Center Administrator Full Description

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking a fulltime, onsite Disability Access Center Administrator in our Disability Access Center (DAC). The Disability Access Center Administrator in administering access and highly specialized support for students with disabilities at Purdue University Fort Wayne. The pay for this position is $57,120.00 annually.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manages all aspect of equitable access and accommodation management
Manages caseload of students with significant need
Maintains appropriate records
Oversees implementation of auxiliary accommodations
Lead the DAC in the absence of the Executive Director
Oversees day to day office responsibilities and other matters as needed
Leads institution-wide initiatives to address accessibility barriers and promote a universal design approach to accessibility
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 -3 years’ disability related work experience.
*Consideration will be given to those who possess an HS/GED with 4 years of direct disability related work experience.*
Demonstrated knowledge of State and Federal laws related to Disability Rights: ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508, ADAAA.
Knowledge of models of disability and inclusive educational design.
Knowledge of the application of federal and state laws that provide for an accessible experience for disabled students.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to a robust and diverse campus community.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including email, phone, and in-person communication.
Ability to assist in managing competing priorities and troubleshoot, as needed.
Sensitivity when working with confidential information and have the ability to maintain this confidentiality at all times.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in higher education.

Benefits:

Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
Insurance starts on first day of employment.
Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.

Additional Information:

Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information are not permitted.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/EA

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