Temporary Assistant Director of Student Disability Services

The New School • Town of Newburgh, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Student Disability Services (SDS) is a member of the SDS leadership team and supports the Director in administering specialized services for students with disabilities at The New School. The role helps ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act and its revisions. It collaborates with students, faculty, administration, and university departments to support access and student success. The position reports to the Senior Director of Student Equity, Access and Title IX and is temporary, expected to last until May 15, 2027.

The Assistant Director helps develop and assess departmental priorities and university-wide access policies and procedures; manages a confidential student caseload; coordinates accommodations and related services; and serves as a campus liaison and referral resource. The role also supervises student workers, handles administrative and compliance tasks, contributes to inclusion and awareness efforts, and participates in university events, committees, and task forces. The position is primarily in person on campus, though hybrid arrangements may be considered and require advance approval. The hourly rate is $39.38.

Requirements

• Master's degree.
• Two to four years of progressive experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience working with disability or access services in an educational setting, preferably a college or university.
• Understanding of emerging issues in higher education, particularly in Access and Disability Services.
• Applied understanding of student development and multiple identity theories.
• Demonstrated intercultural competence and continuing commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice practices in support of a diverse community.
• High integrity and ability to handle complex, sensitive, and confidential issues.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with all constituencies within the university community.
• Experience developing and facilitating professional training for students, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational and program development skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with emerging issues in higher education, particularly in student services.
• Familiarity with Banner, Tableau, and Starfish.
• Previous experience at an urban and/or art-focused institution.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Student Disability Services leadership team and assist with development, implementation, and assessment of departmental missions and priorities.
• Assist with university-wide policy and procedure reviews and assessment efforts related to access and student disability services.
• Manage an active caseload of students with disabilities and maintain accurate, confidential records concerning eligibility, services, and accommodation decisions and recommendations.
• Provide services supporting academic success, including digitizing classroom materials and texts, captioning videos, coordinating transcription and interpretation services, and proctoring exams.
• Liaise with university departments to communicate approved accommodations and coordinate access.
• Serve as a referral resource for faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Create, implement, and promote educational materials and awareness about physical access and sensitivity to students with disabilities.
• Directly supervise, develop, and evaluate student workers, including note-takers, office assistants, and work-study students.
• Manage daily administrative work, including data entry, external reporting, contract and invoice processing, and tasks supporting legal compliance.
• Contribute to a culture of inclusion and develop intercultural competency that promotes equity, inclusion, social justice, and community engagement.
• Participate in university-wide events, including residence hall openings, Orientation, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and Commencement.
• Serve on university-wide committees and task forces.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level