Manager of Accessibility Services

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promote academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

As a direct report to the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Manager of Accessibility Services ensures compliance with ADA/ADAAA and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act administers a university-wide disability services program. This position is located in Bridgeport, CT.

**Accessibility Services Function**

The Manager of Accessibility Services will:

- Review disability documentation of self-identified students and employees to substantiate requests and determine eligibility for services and reasonable accommodations.
- Assess the interaction of the individual's disability with the academic or employment environment and develop a plan for the provision of reasonable accommodations to facilitate equitable opportunities.
- Manage a caseload of students and employees with self-identified disabilities to support academic, employment, and personal success.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records; track ongoing cases, statistical data, and recurrent cases and follow-up with students and employees.
- Maintain current knowledge of assistive technologies, assessing their level of effectiveness, and implementing these technologies, as appropriate.
- Collaborate with the Office of Housing & Residential Life in the implementation of housing accommodations, including emotional support and service animals.
- Assist with university-wide education, training, and outreach programming related to disability services.
- Perform additional disability-related duties as assigned by the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance.
- Some evening and weekend hours required.

**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**:

- Ability to interpret and understand medical and psychological information and determine appropriate services and reasonable accommodations based on provided documentation
- Ability to formulate and implement policies and procedures dealing with issues of disability on a university campus
- Demonstrated ability to develop and articulate appropriate resolutions to situations
- Knowledge of emerging issues and trends
- Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and policies applicable to university students and employees with disabilities
- Ability to interpret university policies, federal and state laws relating to disabilities in higher education
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, across units, and to manage change
- Ability to strategically plan, develop and evaluate campus-wide programs serving the University community
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate positively and effectively
- Awareness and knowledge of assistive computing technology
- Knowledge of appropriate accommodations, course modification, course substitution for completing degree requirements, accessibility to the classrooms and meeting places, and providing course materials in alternative formats to students with disabilities
- Knowledge of appropriate accommodations in an employment setting
- General advising/counseling skills
- General knowledge of principles and practices of personnel and fiscal management
- Commitment and sensitivity to and working in a supportive environment with individuals of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.

## Qualifications

**Minimum Required Qualifications:**

**Position Qualifications**:

- Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
- 3-5 years of progressive responsibilities working with persons with disabilities in higher education.
- Experience working with ADA/ADAAA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, FERPA, or other regulations that govern the work.
- Case management experience.

**Physical and Mental Requirements:**

Work Environment

| | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3 |
| Outdoor Weather Conditions | X | | | |
| Work with fumes or airborne particles | X | | | |
| Work near moving mechanical parts | X | | | |
| Risk of electrical shock | X | | | |
| Vibration | X | | | |

Physical Activity

| | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3 |
| Standing | | X | | |
| Walking | | X | | |
| Sitting | | | | X |
| Talking & Hearing | | | | X |
| Using hands/fingers to handle/feel | | | | X |
| Climbing or balancing | X | | | |
| Bending, pulling, pushing | | X | | |
| Driving | X | | | |

Lifting Requirements

| | | | | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| | None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3 |
| Up to 10 pounds | | X | | |
| Up to 25 pounds | X | | | |
| Up to 50 pounds | X | | | |
| Up to 75 pounds | X | | | |
| Up to 100 pounds | X | | | |
| Over 100 pounds | X | | | |

**Vision requirements** (Especially relevant if driving is required by the job)

_X_     Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

_____      Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

_____      Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)

_____      Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or
            left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)

_____      Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and
            spatial relationships)

_____      No special vision requirements

**Full-Time Employee Benefits:**

- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Employee & dependent life insurance
- Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
- PTO program

_(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)_

_The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training._