Assistant Director for Student Life, Compliance
Salary
$72,000.00 - $109,000.00 Annually
Location
ACCS - 135 South Union Street, Montgomery, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
08001
College/Division
ACCSO-100080-Student Success
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/22/2026 3:00 PM Central
Campus Location
Alabama Community College System
Position Summary
The Assistant Director for Student Life, Compliance serves as a member of the Student Success Team at the Alabama Community College System Office and reports directly to the Director of Student Life. This position is expected to cultivate strong working relationships with offices that oversee ADA services, student conduct, Title IX compliance, and other student life functions across ACCS; then aid by providing training and/or guidance, as necessary. This position will also assist in the receipt, investigation, and resolution of complaints submitted to the ACCS office. Further, this person will assist with special projects related to Student Success.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Assist ACCS colleges in developing institutional policies and procedures related to Title IX, Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Serve as primary liaison for the ACCS for issues pertaining to Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972.
Organize, plan, and/or facilitate trainings for Title IX officers including coordinators, investigators, decision makers, and other pertinent positions at ACCS colleges.
Serve as a resource for ACCS for the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and related laws as it pertains to post-secondary education and students with disabilities. Provide guidance and/or training to ACCS college officials who oversee those departments.
Provide guidance and/or training to ACCS college officials as needed related to Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and related laws.
Serves as the primary point of contact for all student conduct related questions and concerns.
Provide guidance and/or training to ACCS college officials as needed related to student conduct.
Assist the Director of Student Life with the investigation and resolution of student complaints submitted to the ACCS office.
Lead campaigns and strategic projects as assigned by Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Student Success, or Director of Student Life.
Present information to stakeholders and guide data-driven decision-making processes.
Work collaboratively with other divisions of ACCS.
SECONDARY DUTIES:
Remain active in professional associations related to job duties and stay abreast of federal and state policies that may impact ACCS institutions.
Track local, regional, and national best practices related to job duties.
Serve on systemwide committees, task forces, or special assignment groups as appointed by the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Student Success, or Director of Student Life.
Prepare reports relating to systemwide accomplishments in areas of assigned responsibility.
Perform otherduties as assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Minimum five (5) years of directly-related experience working in a college setting or higher education support agency.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience working directly with ADA, student conduct, and/or Title IX compliance procedures, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and judicial processes.
Ability to analyze problems and identify alternative solutions.
Ability to collect, compile, and analyze data.
Ability to conceptualize and interpret policies, practices, and procedures which support and enhance the mission, role, and scope of the Alabama Community College System.
Ability to communicate effectively using oral, written, and interpersonal skills including the ability to organize and conduct professional meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops for ACCS employees.
PREFERRED:
Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Work experience in a community college setting, preferably in a student affairs role.
Minimum five (5) years of administrative level work experience in college student affairs; specifically, within offices that oversee ADA services, Title IX compliance, and/or student conduct.
Experience with Banner ERP and/or TargetX CRM.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Applications must be filed online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs
A complete application packet must be submitted by the posted deadline in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. A complete application packet consists of:
Online application
Cover letter
Current resume
Separate list of four (4) professional references (not letters) with complete contact information
Unofficial or official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred and conferral date
All application materials must be scanned. It is recommended that you have digital (preferably .pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, list of references, and transcripts showing degree(s) and conferral dates, ready to upload before you begin the application process.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT E-MAILED APPLICATIONS.
When you finish the online application procedure, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this does not mean that your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
Please direct any questions regarding the application process to Charlene Finkelstein at (334) 293-4628 or charlene.finkelstein@accs.edu, or Nikita Odoms at (334) 293-4603 or nikita.payne@accs.edu.
If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
AGENCY INFORMATION:
The Alabama Community College System is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.
The Alabama Community College System reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
Annual Leave
Full-time employees may earn annual leave based on half-month pay periods as follows:
Years of Employment Leave Per Pay Period Annual Leave Fewer than 5 years 4 hours 20 minutes 13 days 5 but less than 10 years 5 hours 25 minutes 16 days 2 hours 10 but less than 15 years 6 hours 30 minutes 19 days 4 hours 15 but less than 20 years 7 hours 35 minutes 22 days 6 hours 20 but less than 25 years 8 hours 40 minutes 26 days 25 or more years 9 hours 45 minutes 29 days 2 hours
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn 4 hours and 20 minutes of sick leave for each half-monthly pay period of service or 13 days per year. No more than 150 days or 1, 200 hours of sick leave may be accumulated. A complete description of sick leave benefits is outlined in the System Office Policies and Procedures Manual.
Personal Leave
All full-time, part-time, or temporary employees who are employed by the State of Alabama on January 1, and who are stationed outside of Mobile and Baldwin Counties, are entitled to a personal leave day each year in lieu of the former Mardi Gras holiday. The System Office policy requires that employees schedule their personal leave day prior to scheduling any annual leave.
Holidays
The Alabama Community College System observes the following legal holidays:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. /Robert E. Lee Birthday
George Washington / Thomas Jefferson Birthday
Confederate Memorial Day
National Memorial Day
Jefferson Davis Birthday
Independence Day
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Health Insurance
The State Employees' Health Insurance Plan (SEHIP) is basic hospital medical coverage administered by BlueCross BlueShield of Alabama (BCBS) with prescription benefits administered by OptumRx. For more information visit www.alseib.org
Premium amounts *Base rate before discounts
Discounts and Waivers
Non-Tobacco Discount
Single: $60 | Family w/o spouse: $60 | Family with spouse: $120
Wellness Discount
Single: $25 | Family w/o spouse: $25 | Family with spouse: $50
Preventive Screening Discount
Single: $25 | Family w/o spouse: $25 | Family with spouse: $50
Spousal Surcharge Waiver
Family with spouse: $50 per month
Note: The spousal surcharge applies to family contracts where a spouse is eligible to participate in another employer's insurance coverage. If your spouse's monthly single premium with their employer is $255 or less, then the $50 surcharge will apply. If your spouse's monthly single premium is more than $255, then you may qualify for a waiver of the $50 surcharge.
Net Premium after all discounts and waivers
If desired, employees may elect optional coverage plans to include dental, vision, and cancer.
Optional Plans
Dental -BCBS or Southland Coverage costs: Single $8 | Family $15 per month
Vision - Southland Coverage costs: Single $12 | Family $24 per month
Cancer - Southland Coverage costs: Single $12 | Family $24 per month
Retirement
The Alabama Community College System participates in the Retirement Systems of Alabama Teachers Retirement System. Teachers Retirement System is a state-mandated program where a percentage of your salary is withheld per pay period for an individual's retirement account. The percentage is determined by an employee's hire date and any prior participation in the Retirement Systems of Alabama.
Tier I (those with service credit prior to January 1, 2013): 7.5%
Tier II (those with service credit beginning on or after January 1, 2013): 6.2%
The State of Alabama also has two (2) deferred compensation programs for employees: RSA-1 and Great West. For more information on retirement plans, please visit www.rsa-al.gov and www.alabamaretire.com for Great West.
Tuition Waiver
This tuition assistance program is designed for all full-time benefits-eligible employees, retirees, and benefits-eligible H Salary Schedule employees of The Alabama Community College System and the Alabama Community College System office and their dependents defined by the policy. It is the responsibility of the employee and/or dependent to ensure that all documents and forms (requested by the College where the student is enrolled) are submitted and signed by the appropriate personnel in a timely manner prior to submission.
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Do you have a Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution?
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Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of directly -related experience working in a college setting or higher education support agency?
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Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of experience working directly with ADA, student conduct, and/or Title IX compliance procedures, demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and judicial processes?
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Are you able to analyze problems and identify alternative solutions?
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Do you have the ability to collect, compile, and analyze data?
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Do you have the ability to collect, compile, and analyze data?
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Do you have the ability to conceptualize and interpret policies, practices, and procedures which support and enhance the mission, role, and scope of the Alabama Community College System?
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Are you able to communicate effectively using oral, written, and interpersonal skills including the ability to organize and conduct professional meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops for ACCS employees?
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Do you have a Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution?
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Do you have work experience in a community college setting, preferably in a student affairs role?
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Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of administrative level work experience in college student affairs; specifically within roles that oversee ADA services, Title IX compliance, and/or student conduct?
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Do you have experience in Banner ERP and/or Target X CRM?
Required Question
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