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The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a Director for its Center for Students with Disabilities, focusing on providing leadership and strategic planning for disability services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education disability services, strong supervisory skills, and a commitment to inclusion and accessibility for students with disabilities.
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Job Summary
The Center for Students with Disabilities is a statewide leader recognized as a national trailblazer in providing exceptional disability services to over 12% of enrolled students.
This senior leadership position requires overseeing the recruitment, training, and evaluation of eleven professional staff members while managing an annual budget of approximately $1.2 million.
Candidates must demonstrate extensive knowledge of federal regulations including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 to ensure institutional compliance and equal access.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a Director for its Center for Students with Disabilities, focusing on providing leadership and strategic planning for disability services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education disability services, strong supervisory skills, and a commitment to inclusion and accessibility for students with disabilities.
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Salary
Base: $85,000 - $95,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent UW System benefit package included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Supervision of professional staff members
Federal and state ADA compliance knowledge
Budget management for $1.2 million department
Strategic planning for disability services
Determination of service eligibility
Nice-to-have
Student-centered philosophy in decision making
Cultural competency with underrepresented backgrounds
Experience building cross-campus stakeholder relationships
Knowledge of Universal Design principles
Passion for access and inclusion initiatives
Key Requirements
Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
Six years of experience in higher education student disability services
Three years of experience supervising professional staff
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States