Director, Student Access Services
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Main Campus
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Higher Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Disability Studies, or a closely related discipline
Nice to have
- Doctoral degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Higher Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field
- Professional licensure or eligibility for licensure in Virginia
- Seven or more years of progressive leadership experience in disability services within higher education
- Experience managing ADA and Section 504 compliance programs
- Experience responding to Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigations or disability-related grievances
- Knowledge of assistive technology and digital accessibility standards
- Experience with accommodation management software and electronic record systems
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering professional development programs related to disability access and inclusion
Full description
At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,
Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.
The Director of Student Access Services (SAS) provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and institutional expertise for the University's disability access and accommodation program. Reporting to the Vice Provost, Academic Affairs, the Director ensures that the University complies with applicable federal and state disability laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
The Director serves as the University's primary subject matter expert on student disability accommodations, providing leadership in the interpretation and application of disability law, evaluating complex accommodation requests, overseeing disability documentation review, and ensuring consistent implementation of reasonable accommodations across the institution. The Director collaborates extensively with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Human Resources, General Counsel, faculty, and campus partners to promote equitable access, remove barriers to student participation, and foster an inclusive learning environment.
The Director is responsible for departmental leadership, supervision of professional staff, policy development, assessment, compliance, and continuous improvement of disability services in support of student success and institutional effectiveness.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDisability Compliance and Accommodation Administration
- Serve as the University's lead authority on student disability accommodations and accessibility under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Fair Housing Act, and other applicable federal and state laws and regulations
- Interpret and apply disability laws, regulations, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) guidance, and higher education best practices to ensure institutional compliance and equitable access