Assistant Director, University Accessibility Center
Job in
Provo, Utah County, Utah, 84605, USA
Listed on 2026-06-07
Listing for:
Brigham Young University
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-07
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
School Counselor, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Academic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Assistant Director, University Accessibility Center
Promote and facilitate disability access, equity, and advocacy on the BYU campus and assist in the oversight of the Accessibility Center. Supervise staff, support unit programs, and represent the office to faculty, staff, and administration. Provide direct services to students by evaluating, determining, and providing accommodations and assist with policy development, strategic planning, and committee representation.
Responsibilities- Administrative:
Assist the Director with administration, strategic planning, and policy development. Develop, implement, and maintain trainings, policies, and procedures; stay current on legal and technological advances in disability and accessibility. - Supervise, train, and support full‑time coordinators; recruit, hire, and oversee graduate and undergraduate student staff, programs, committees, and weekly case conferences.
- Student Support:
Respond to disability‑related inquiries and maintain a student caseload, determining disability status, functional limitations, reasonable accommodations, and academic plans, including diagnosing ADHD. Provide expertise in assistive technology and collaborate with testing facilities and campus partners related to student accommodations. - Faculty/Staff Support:
Respond to faculty inquiries; develop and lead professional development, awareness programs, events, and committees related to disability services and accessibility. Provide consultation and guidance on approved accommodations and disability‑related practices. - Data Analysis and Reporting:
Collect, analyze, and report university and office metrics related to productivity, services, and outcomes. Lead preparation for strategic planning.
- Firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
- Licensed Ph.D. Psychologist (licensed for a minimum of two years) with two or more years of experience in supervising mental health or educational professionals and three or more years’ experience in conducting evaluations (including ADHD).
- In‑depth knowledge of federal disability laws and guidance relevant to higher education (e.g., ADA, Section
504, OCR). - Experience evaluating disability documentation, determining eligibility, and implementing accommodations for college‑age or adult students.
- Knowledge of learning, psychiatric, physical, and vision‑related disabilities.
- Licensed Ph.D. Psychologist (licensed for a minimum of two years) with three or more years of experience in supervising mental health or educational professionals and four or more years’ experience in conducting evaluations.
- Minimum of three years’ experience focused on the assessment and accommodation of postsecondary students with disabilities.
- Ability to advocate effectively for students with disabilities while balancing academic integrity, legal requirements, and institutional risk.
- Experience developing and implementing support services for college‑age or adult students with disabilities.
- Competitive pay ($92,000–$119,000) with 401(k) matching: 8% automatic contribution; additional 4% if employee contributes 5% (rehires may qualify for different retirement plans).
- Paid time off: 13 paid holidays, 22 days paid vacation, 12 sick days, accrued annually.
- Employee Assistance Program for employee and household.
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members.
- Access to athletic facilities.
- Medical, dental, and disability benefits (short‑ and long‑term).
- Paid parental and maternity leave.
- Wellness program.
- Free on‑campus parking.
- Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualifying dependents.
- Discounts at the BYU Store and numerous BYU events.
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal‑opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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