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Special Populations Program Manager - 529835

Job no: 529835
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Alabama
Categories: Program Coordination, Management/General Business

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)

Department/Organization: 209312 - ACCESS

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary: The Special Populations Program Manager oversees the ACCESS Virtual Learning program’s statewide services and compliance initiatives related to students requiring specialized instructional accommodations, including those with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans, and English Learner (EL) supports. Leads program implementation, develops operational procedures and training frameworks, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations governing access to virtual learning. Serves as the primary subject-matter expert for special populations within ACCESS and collaborates with internal leadership and external education partners to support effective program delivery.

Additional Department Summary: ACCESS Virtual Learning at the University of Alabama provides online learning opportunities to K–12 students across Alabama through partnerships with local school systems and the Alabama State Department of Education.

This position provides leadership for initiatives that support the implementation of instructional accommodations in online learning environments and ensures educators receive the training, resources, and guidance necessary to meet federal and state requirements for student services.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years experience; OR master’s and two (2) years of experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state regulations governing accommodations and services for special populations.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field. Administrative certification or leadership experience in K–12 education. Five (5) years of professional experience supporting students within special populations (i.e., Special Education, Section 504, English Language Learners). Experience designing or leading professional development or instructional support initiatives. Experience with online or blended learning environments. Experience working with statewide education programs or multi-district initiatives. Experience developing policies, procedures, or compliance frameworks.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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