The Director of Accessibility / Section 504 Coordinator for Students

Colorado Christian University

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Accessibility serves as CCU’s primary compliance officer and subject matter expert for Section 504 and ADA accommodations across all three academic silos. This position holds functional authority over 504 policies and procedures institution-wide, ensuring uniformity and legal compliance across CUS, CAGS, and CCU Academy. The Director advises college-level accessibility coordinators embedded in each silo, escalates judgment calls to the Provost as appropriate, and collaborates with the Office of General Counsel when civil liability may be at issue. This role does not encompass employment-related ADA/504 matters, which remain within the purview of the Employee Section 504 / ADA Coordinator in Human Resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in humanities, communication, business, education, or a related field; Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Minimum 2–3 years of experience serving ADA/504 student populations in a higher education setting.
Commitment to and demonstrated experience with adult student populations, preferably in a higher education setting; emotional intelligence and professional capacity to relate to and communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to navigate and document large amounts of data received from internet/intranet sites, student records, and accommodation forms with outstanding attention to detail.
Ability to problem-solve and resolve concerns quickly, with tremendous attention to detail, documentation, and follow-up.
Professionalism, discernment, and confidentiality in delivering sensitive information, outcomes, and next steps for students regarding their accommodations.
Self-motivation and ability to act independently on multiple priorities and deadlines.
Deep working knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, ADA/ADAAA, and applicable case law and Department of Education guidance.
Willingness to participate as needed on a variety of university-wide projects, committees, and initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Contribute to CCU’s Mission: CCU provides Christ-centered higher education to transform students to impact the world with grace and truth. This position contributes to that mission by ensuring every student—regardless of disability—has equitable access to the educational experience, consistent with CCU’s commitment to serving God-given calling and potential.
University-Wide 504 Compliance Guidance: Serve as the designated Section 504 Coordinator for Students per 34 C.F.R. § 104.7(b). Establish, implement, and monitor disability-related policies and procedures across CUS, CAGS, and CCU Academy, ensuring uniformity and legal compliance institution-wide.
Policy and Procedure Development: Develop and maintain disability policies, procedures, and programs as they relate to students with disabilities; ensure alignment with ADA/ADAAA, Section 504, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Compliance Monitoring and Evaluation: Evaluate and monitor disability compliance with ADA/ADAAA/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable special education laws and regulations.
Legal and Regulatory Currency: Remain up to date on all pending disability legislation, regulatory changes, and shifting legal mandates that affect the University’s responsibility to provide services and accommodations to students with disabilities.
Accommodation Services: Arrange and provide for accommodations including low vision/blind/LD materials, assistive technology, and deaf/hard-of-hearing services; train students and staff to oversee their use.
Student Records and Access: Maintain student accommodation records, provide equal access, implement reasonable accommodations, and produce documentation to ensure compliance with ADA/ADAAA/Section 504 and other applicable legal or regulatory requirements.
Grievance and Complaint Resolution: Research and manage accommodation grievances related to ADA/ADAAA/Section 504 student populations. Provide direction and insight on University decisions to the Provost and/or appropriate University leadership; consult with the Office of General Counsel when legal liability may be at issue.
Staff Training: Provide training to staff, faculty, and college-level accessibility coordinators regarding ADA/Section 504 policies, procedures, and best practices.
Cross-Silo Collaboration: Serve as the functional authority and subject matter expert advising the college-level accessibility coordinators embedded in each academic silo (CUS, CAGS, CCU Academy), ensuring consistent application of 504 policies institution-wide.
Liaison and Coordination: Perform a variety of student support activities by serving as a liaison with other University departments regarding student and/or operational matters, including HR for employment-related disability matters and OGC for legal matters.
Perform other duties as assigned.