Assistant Director, Accessible Media and Technology

UVA Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Disability Access Center SDAC) at the University of Virginia strives to build an equitable academic experience for students with disabilities and provide creative solutions to any physical, digital, and attitudinal barriers. SDAC works to empower students with disabilities by taking a proactive approach to providing accommodations, working relationships with faculty, educational workshops, assistive technology, and collaboration across the university community. The Assistant Director for Accessible Media and Technology of Student Disability Services will report to an Associate Director of the Student Disability Access Center. With the guidance of the SDAC Leadership Team, this role assists in ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990), as amended. The Assistant Director of SDAC will serve as a resource for the campus community on accessibility- related matters. The anticipated hiring range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job will occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs. This position is in person on the UVA Grounds in Charlottesville, VA. This is a exempt-level, benefited position; learn more about UVA Benefits. The position is open until filled, but to assure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by February 20, 2026. Applicants not employed at UVA please apply through the UVA job board; current employees please search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website and complete an application. Complete an application with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three is required. The selected applicant will pass a criminal background check and a drug screen. To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA. For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as Amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Working experience 2-3 years is strongly desired) determining academic accommodations, providing student support services and/or interpreting evaluations for Individuals with disabilities.
Experience working with a wide variety of accessibility technologies.
Demonstrated universal cultural competence, and a continuing commitment to advancing support for the entire community served.
Demonstrated integrity and ability to handle complex, sensitive, and confidential issues.
Ability to build trusting relationships with all constituencies within the university community.
Experience in developing and facilitating professional training for students, faculty, and staff.
Strong organizational and program development skills.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Bachelor's degree
Three years of instructional computing experience. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated successful supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise alternative format text creation, remediation, and fulfillment. Hire, supervise, and direct wage and student employees working on the creation of accessible course materials.
Manage assistive technology solutions and coordinate accessible course materials. Manage equipment/software installations, including records of assigned licenses, subscriptions, and hardware inventory.
Serve as a resource for administering and using software and hardware, database management, assessment and planning reporting templates, and annual documentation processes, including development of internal training and coordinating troubleshooting efforts. Provide training as needed for students using accessible technology.
Remain current with of emerging technologies, accessibility guidelines, relevant trends in higher education and pedagogy, and best practices and tools for accessible learning environments by participating in conferences, workshops, and other resources for continuing professional development.
Maintain a small caseload of students with higher accessible technology needs (e.g., sensory disabilities, temporary injuries). Duties would include reviewing documentation and determining appropriate accommodations on an individual basis, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Collaborate as part of the overall SDAC accommodation services team on case management and program development.
Facilitate implementation of accommodations and other services for students with disabilities. Collaborate with University faculty and staff, as appropriate, in support of students with disabilities. Engage in ongoing problem-solving resolution.
Serves as a primary responsible party within SDAC for website development and management.
Consult and work in partnership with the University ITS and Student Health IT services on network compatibility, security issues, software distribution, licensing opportunities, and other aspects of University IT-related responsibilities.
Foster strategic partnerships with campus partners while also broadening understanding of current perspectives from students and employees with disabilities to help create more inclusive learning experiences and environments.
Assist the SDAC Leadership teams in monitoring and reporting aspects of data tracking and budgeting related to accommodation service provision and accessible technology.
Adhere to standards of confidentiality and FERPA when working with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
Other duties as assigned.