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Director, Accessibility Services
$75k-106k (estimate)
Full Time | Wholesale
3 Weeks Ago
Lincoln Land Community College is Hiring a Director, Accessibility Services Near Springfield, IL
Position Information
Quick Link
https://llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/7611
Position Title
Director, Accessibility Services
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Months Worked Per Year
12
Hours Worked Per Week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM
Remote Work Availability
No
Job Description Summary
Do you have a passion to assist students with disabilities? LLCC is searching for a Director, Accessibility Services. This position will direct reasonable and appropriate accommodations and support services that ensures equal access for students with disabilities. The Director will also provide provide leadership and direction on policy, procedural, and compliance issues, accommodation processes, and in the supervision of staff.
As a staff member at LLCC, you can look forward to 23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer; and 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 20 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
Starting salary is likely to be between $65,850 and $87,358 per year with an excellent benefits package. The person hired into this position will be placed within this range based on education, training, experience, and skills.
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
As a staff member at LLCC, you can look forward to 23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer; and 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 20 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!
Starting salary is likely to be between $65,850 and $87,358 per year with an excellent benefits package. The person hired into this position will be placed within this range based on education, training, experience, and skills.
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, Counseling or related field
- At least 3 years of related work experience providing services to individuals with disabilities, preferably in the higher education setting
- Knowledge of ADA/Section 504 requirements
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to periodically work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug-screen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to read and interpret psychological reports, medical information, and other disability-related documentation
- Experience developing policies and procedures
- Leadership skills
- Teaching experience or teacher certification
Physical Requirements
Position Salary
Starting salary is likely to be between $65,850 and $87,358 per year with an excellent benefits package.
Requisition Detail Information
Open Date
04/26/2024
Last Day to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before May 12, 2024, to be considered during the initial review window. Interviews are anticipated to begin May 22 with an anticipated start date end of June.
Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.
If you do not have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, please mail them to the address below and instead upload a Word document as your transcripts that indicates you will have transcripts sent directly to us. Please contact the Human Resources office at 217-786-2752 if you have any questions.
Lincoln Land Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Exercise control over all determinations and procedures in the accommodation process that allows for equal access to course materials, course content, and environment.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Implement consistent documentation review of medical records, Individual Education Plans, Eligibility Determination reports, 504 plans, and neuropsychological assessments to identify environmental barriers or functional limitations according to ADA and Section 504 guidelines; determine eligibility for services; through an interactive process, establish appropriate course and testing accommodations; develop accommodation plans and communicate accommodation eligibility to instructors.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Connect and communicate with all necessary entities, such as prospective students and parents, secondary education professionals, community and government agencies, in the direction and implementation of accommodations and supportive services across the college.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Coordinate and supervise Accessibility Specialist, Program Assistant, Sign Language Interpreters, and student workers.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Contribute to students’ success through one-on-one meetings, provision of accommodations, referrals to additional college support services and coordination with faculty and staff.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Coordinate and implement Title IX provisions for pregnant and parenting students and short-term medical students, including securing appropriate documentation, developing accommodations, communicating with faculty, resolving concerns and issues, and all follow-up requirements.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Use meaningful and data-driven assessment methods of Accessibility Services programs and support to affect student success, persistence, engagement, and completion.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Provide Accessibility Services input, resources, and activities throughout the campus community by participating in various teams, workgroups, and special events.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Facilitate the transition from high school to LLCC by participating in IEP meetings, meeting with high school students and parents, communicating with area transition coordinators and special education personnel, and ensuring that the steps to enrollment are completed.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Work closely with the Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation, to facilitate compliance with college initiative program requirements.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Maintain a thorough knowledge of the federal and state laws and OCR rulings impacting higher education disability services, trends, and best practices.
Essential Duty?
Yes
Description of Job Duty
Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that impact long-range priority goals.
Essential Duty?
No
Description of Job Duty
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Duty?
No
Reference Requests
A document provided by a reference in support of a job application.
Reference Request Details
Require Applicants to submit references for this position?
Yes
Last day a reference provider can submit a recommendation
Minimum number of references
3
Maximum number of references
Applicant Special Instructions
Please provide the names of three people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. Please include at least one current or previous supervisor.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Wholesale
SALARY
$75k-106k (estimate)
POST DATE
04/29/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/28/2024
WEBSITE
lincolnland.com
HEADQUARTERS
Litchfield, IL
SIZE
<25
INDUSTRY
Wholesale
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