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Omvig<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";color:#1F497D'>Confidentiality Note: </span></b><span style='font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Comic Sans MS";color:#1F497D'>The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. 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The Director is responsible for the coordination of support services to students and staff with disabilities. The Director provides services, responds to inquiries regarding disability services, and coordinates with University faculty and management to ensure appropriate accommodations. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Institutional Resolution and Accessibility, the Director works with a growing population of students and staff with a variety of disabilities and will manage the large caseload. The Director will plan for the growth and scalability of the office.<br><br>Specific responsibilities include, but are limited to: <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Disability advisory services to include recommendations and information on the University's accommodation process<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Review and interpret various diagnostic assessments<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Respond to inquiries regarding the University policies and procedures pertaining to disability services<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Coordinate auxiliary aids and services<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Collaborate with and train University faculty and staff<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Supervise both full-time and part-time staff<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:13.5pt;text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Symbol'>ˇ</span><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'> Other job-related duties as assigned<br><br>Required education and experience: Bachelor's degree in education or a disability services-related area; 3 (three) years experience working with individuals with disabilities; application of Section 504 and Americans with Disabilities Act; and familiarity with assistive technology and software used by those with disabilities. Preferred education and experience: Master's degree in education or a disability services-related area and an understanding of the unique needs of adult learners with disabilities; familiarity with the following: current disability law and best practices in providing accommodations; internet accessibility challenges and Section 508 compliance; excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; demonstrated ability in all problem-solving and trouble-shooting issues; be capable of prioritizing and managing multiple administrative tasks; and capable of working collaboratively in a group and/or independently. Experience working in a multicultural environment is also preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><strong><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'>SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE</span></strong><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><strong><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'>POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY AND OPEN UNTIL FILLED</span></strong><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Georgia","serif"'><br><br>All submissions should include a cover letter and résumé. UMUC offers an excellent benefits package to include tuition remission, a minimum of 25 days of leave, and a range of insurance options. For detailed information, please visit: <span class=converted-anchor><a href="http://www.umuc.edu/visitors/careers/benefits.cfm"><span style='color:#20007F;text-decoration:none'>http://www.umuc.edu/visitors/careers/benefits.cfm</span></a></span><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Helvetica","sans-serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>