DIRECTOR, DISABLED STUDENT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES (DSPS)

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District•CC Cuyamaca College, CA

11d•$103,538 - $111,988•Onsite

About The Position

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District is committed to transforming lives through learning and fostering equity-mindedness across its institutions. The District serves approximately 30,000 students and is dedicated to eliminating achievement gaps by promoting diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice. Cuyamaca College, a public, two-year community college in east San Diego County, serves over 11,000 students from diverse backgrounds and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The college is a leader in innovation and accelerated, culturally-responsive education, preparing students for transfer, workforce entry, and career advancement. Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Student Services and Special Programs, the Director, Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) is responsible for overseeing accommodations and services for students with disabilities. This role involves managing program budgets, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, promoting campus accessibility, and leading professional development initiatives. The Director also serves as the campus lead for deaf and hard of hearing services for DSPS students, coordinates the DSPS Office and High-Tech Center (HTC), and supervises and evaluates assigned staff to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling.
Must meet with the minimum qualifications for a DSPS Coordinator (pursuant to Title 5, Section 56048): a) Persons employed pursuant to this subchapter as counselors or instructors of students with disabilities shall meet minimum qualifications set forth in Section 53414 of Subchapter 4 of Chapter 4 of this division; b) Each district receiving funds pursuant to this subchapter shall designate a DSPS Coordinator for each college in the district. For the purpose of this section, the Coordinator is defined as that individual who has responsibility for the day-to-day operation of DSPS. The designated Coordinator must meet the minimum qualifications for a DSPS counselor or instructor set forth in Section 53414(a) through (d) or meet the minimum qualifications for an educational administrator set forth in Section 53420 and, in addition, have two (2) years full-time experience or the equivalent within the last four (4) years in one or more of the following fields: instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities; administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education; teaching, counseling, or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities; or administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities. c)Districts receiving funding pursuant to this subchapter may also employ classified and/or paraprofessional support staff. Support staff shall function under the direction of a DSPS counselor, instructor, or Coordinator as appropriate for the support services or instruction being provided.
Knowledge of current laws and regulations affecting students with disabilities (ADA, Sections 504/508, Title 5, etc.)
Knowledge of best practices in accessibility, accommodation, and assistive technology.
Knowledge of DSPS funding and reporting requirements.
Knowledge of student development theory and inclusive practices.
Knowledge of California Community Colleges’ initiatives, including those from the Chancellor’s Office, Accessibility Center, and Online Education Initiative.
Ability to lead a diverse team with cultural humility and equity-mindedness.
Ability to effectively interpret and apply state and federal regulations.
Ability to develop and implement data-informed strategies to improve program effectiveness.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and student-centered environment.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and coordination for the DSPS office and HTC.
Support the coordination of accommodations and services for students with disabilities—including interpreting, captioning, note-taking, alternate media, assistive technology, and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) support services.
Supervise and evaluate classified professionals and student workers.
Monitor and administer DSPS and HTC budgets in compliance with district and state categorical funding guidelines.
Ensure compliance with Title 5, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws and regulations.
In collaboration with faculty and other administrators, develop and implement department policies, procedures, and protocols that support accessible, inclusive, and student-centered practices.
Serve as the campus lead for DHH efforts, overseeing the fulfillment of accommodation requests for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Coordinate the DSPS Advisory Committee, including planning meetings and maintaining committee membership per Title 5.
Collaborate with departments across the college to promote accessibility and universal design in instruction, student services, and technology.
Support the coordination of DSPS faculty and staff in the implementation of approved accommodations and provide consultation on DSPS related matters.
Participate in institutional planning, program review, and Student Learning Outcomes/Service Area Outcomes (SLO/SAO) development and assessment.
Lead professional development efforts for classified professionals and managers related to disability services and accessibility.
Participate in relevant local, regional, and statewide DSPS and accessibility-related initiatives and meetings.
Assist in the preparation of state and federal reports including Management Information Systems (MIS) and categorical reports.
Represent the department and college at community outreach events and professional conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.