In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and with Section 504 of the Rehab Act, the Senior Director, Office of Student Accessibility works to provide full access to all educational programs, University activities, and facilities for students with disabilities at all 6 schools. The Senior Director provides oversight of processes, procedures, and service delivery for the office. This position supports the University's commitment to high standards of academic excellence by working to provide accommodations for students with disabilities while maintaining the integrity and standards of the University's academic programs. The work of the Senior Director contributes to the University's efforts to build a community devoted to treating every person with respect and compassion.

Duties

• Review, evaluate, and interpret disability documentation submitted by students requesting accommodations, meet with students in collaborative effort to determine appropriate accommodations and work towards providing access for all students.
• Manage and supervise the employees (5 at this time) of the Office of Student Accessibility.
• Provide advising, referrals, and other support for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with, and develop in-service training for: faculty, staff, and the greater Pepperdine community regarding accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Monitor federal/state legislation related to Univ. programs/support services for students with disabilities; inform appropriate Univ. personnel of revisions; establish policies/procedures necessary to assure appropriate services.
• Manage the annual operating budget to provide resources that adequately serve students with disabilities.
• Maintain timely, confidential, and detailed files for students with disabilities.
• Provide information about disability related services to prospective and current students, parents, and high school personnel.
• Represent the OSA at Diversity Council meetings, and other University-wide committees; conduct regular assessment of services and learning outcomes for students with disabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, special education, or related field; five years experience in a higher education setting, with three of those years providing disability-related academic accommodations.
• Presentation and facilitation skills; excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational skills; strong interpersonal skills; office managerial skills.
• Facility with computers and adaptability in learning new technologies.

Preferred:

• Seven years experience in a higher education setting, with five of those years providing disability-related academic accommodations; experience managing office personnel, related program development/assessment experience and skills; counseling experience; Pepperdine experience.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation/regulations.
• Familiarity with the use and applicability of assistive technology for individuals with disabilities.

This is a Regular, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $96,000 - $106,000 per year  

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose any criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.