Assistant Director, Alternative Access Posting Number: JR106187 Location: Colorado Engineering a world of possibilities Disability Support Services (DSS) at Colorado School of Mines seeks a dynamic and innovative Assistant Director for Alternative Access to lead efforts in providing accessible learning solutions and testing accommodations for students with disabilities. With effective collaboration and forward-thinking skills, the Assistant Director for Alternative Access ensures students registered with DSS receive equitable access to course materials, assistive technology, and testing services. In this role, the Assistant Director will oversee assistive technology operations, including managing vendor contracts, researching and evaluating new technologies, and implementing training programs. This position will serve as a resource and advocate for students and staff and other internal and external stakeholders on issues relating to assistive technology that impact students. As a member of Disability Support Services, this position receives a high level of cross-training and will be responsible for supporting disability registration, coordinating accommodations, and managing a student caseload. Responsibilities include approving and coordinating accommodations to address a range of disability-related barriers including but not limited to, real-time captioning, sign language interpreting, assistive technology, note-taking assistance, and alternative format texts. Additionally, they will support assistive technology needs at the Mines Testing Center, including text-to-speech (TTS) conversion. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act Section 504, Section 508, Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2), and Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA), the Assistant Director will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion. This is a full-time, 12-month position based on the Mines campus in Golden, Colorado. The role requires on campus work and flexibility to ensure adequate staffing during peak periods, such as the start of semesters and final exams. Minimal Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in related field Experience working with people with disabilities. Knowledge of and experience with applying the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation act of 1973, Section 508, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.2), and Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA). Experience with assistive technology solutions for persons with disabilities. Ability to manage and troubleshoot technical issues for assistive technologies, including hardware and software. Advanced computer knowledge, proficiency, and skills. Ability to learn, understand, and become proficient in new technologies quickly. Strong oral and written communication, organization, meeting facilitation, and independent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Salary and Benefits $68,000 - 75,000 annual salary How to Apply Applicants must: Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status) Upload a resume or CV Upload a cover letter Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made. Application review will begin February 20, 2025. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by February 19, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed. It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonab e accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at mailto:hr@mines.edu or 303.273.3250 for assistance. Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position. Equal Opportunity Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected s