ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number SRGV9079 Working Title ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES Number of Vacancies 1 Location Edinburg, Texas Department Student Accessibility Services FTE 1.0 FLSA Exempt Scope of Job

Responsible for assisting with the management of the day-to-day operations of Student Accessibility Services within the Office of Student Life and under the Dean of Students Office.

Description of Duties

• Manages the day-to-day departmental operations under the general supervision of the Director of Student Accessibility Services, including provision of student accommodations and services and monitors progress toward departmental goals.
• Serves as a member of the Departmental Review Committee (DRC) to evaluate and determine reasonable and appropriate accommodations and services that ensure equitable access while preserving essential program requirements, academic integrity, and compliance with academic, clinical, and university policies.
• Develops and delivers departmental trainings, presentations, and professional development sessions for faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to enhance awareness, knowledge, and effective implementation of services and accommodations.
• Facilitates the coordination of accommodations and services for students, staff, faculty, and visitors with disabilities and supports the department's strategic objectives.
• Manages, coordinates, and facilitates programs, resources, and procedures for individuals with disabilities in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assists the director with budget planning and administration for assigned areas, including developing recommendations, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring the effective allocation and use of departmental resources.
• Oversees and supervises the Student Accessibility Mentoring (SAMs) Peer Mentoring Program, ensuring the effective implementation, coordination, assessment, and continuous improvement of program services and activities, and student engagement initiatives.
• Provides oversight of Title IX pregnancy accommodations and serves as the primary point of contact for accommodation requests, case management, and collaborates with campus stakeholders to support student access and maintain compliance with Title IX requirements.
• May supervise assigned staff.
• Assists in evaluating and revising technical standards, departmental procedures, and operational practices to improve efficiency, consistency, compliance, and service delivery as needed.
• Develops, maintains, and strengthens collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, departments, and organizations to support program goals, enhance service delivery, and promote student success.
• Oversees the maintenance and review of program records, activity reports, and outcome data, recommending and implementing modifications to methods and procedures to enhance program effectiveness.
• Designs, implements, and evaluates departmental programs and initiatives, while identifying and communicating best practices in service delivery to students, faculty, and staff with disabilities to enhance access, consistency, and effectiveness.
• Coordinates outreach activities to increase awareness of Student Accessibility Services through campus and community engagement, and develops related materials including brochures, rack cards, letters, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Assists in the development and implementation of projects, programs, and initiatives, including coordination of short- and long-term planning efforts and feasibility studies.
• Represents the department at Dean of Students (DOS) and Student Affairs Council meetings, conferences, seminars, and other official university functions as assigned, fostering collaboration and advancing departmental and university initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, or a related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

None.

Licenses/Certifications

None.

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of work experience with students with disabilities to include supervisory experience; or
• Two (2) years of work experience with students with disabilities to include supervisory experience with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Services, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or a related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with people who are deaf or hard of hearing or communicating in American Sign Language (ASL).
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Experience with assistive technology, accommodation management or case management in an educational or similar setting.
• Conflict resolution experience.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, and other applicable federal and state disability laws. Ability to initiate and coordinate programs and services and work in a team-based environment. Ability to work independently and engage effectively with students, faculty and staff. Demonstrated commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 07/30/2026 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Gender

• Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Link https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52028

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current UTRGV employee?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

• Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

• Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

• • Please select your highest level of completed education.

• 6th grade education

• 10th grade education

• High School Diploma or GED

• Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

• Masters Degree from an accredited university

• Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

• None of the above

• • Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

• Less than 1 year

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 5 years

• 6 years

• 7 years

• 8 years

• 9 years

• 10 years

• Over 10 years

• • Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3
• Certifications and Licenses
• Training Certificates
• Other Document
• List of 3 References
• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Letter of Interest
• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
• Additional Document