Position Details
Posted: March 11, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 19, 12-month, tenure track position
Employment Type:Standard
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated Start Date: June 2026
Work Location: CT State Quinebaug Valley, 742 Upper Maple Street,Danielson, CT 06239
Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by April 8, 2026.Position Summary

Connecticut State Community College (CT State), as the only open access higher education institution, provides a wide range of educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of students across the state. A central component of this mission is ensuring equitable access to all academic, co-curricular, and institutional programs.

The Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services plays a critical role at the campus level by fulfilling this commitment and overseeing accommodations and services for students with permanent and/or temporary disabilities. The Campus Director ensures compliance with state and federal legislation, engages in the interactive process with students, determines and recommends reasonable and appropriate accommodations that support student success and maintain academic integrity.

The incumbent must demonstrate cultural humility, sensitivity, and the ability to effectively train, guide, and support students, faculty, and staff from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. The Campus Director also provides leadership and guidance in complying with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other related legislation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Campus Associate Dean of Student Development, Dean of Students and Faculty, or other designated administrators, the Campus Director of Disability and Accessibility Services is responsible for expertise in student support, legal compliance, and institutional leadership through effective performance in these essential duties:

Key responsibilities include:

• Student Support & Accommodations
• Institutional Compliance & Risk Management
• Training, Outreach, & Community Engagement
• Administrative Leadership

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.
Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Education, Special Education, Counseling, Psychology, Higher Education, or related field together with two (2) or more years of related experience working with individuals with disabilities that includes up to two (2) years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position's essential duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of disability laws, including ADA, Section 504, HIPAA, and FERPA.
• Expertise in interpreting diagnostic assessments and understanding disability impacts.
• Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to inclusive excellence.
• Supervisory experience with staff and/or open-access student workers.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years of Experience working with students with disabilities in higher education and open access institutions.
• Advanced knowledge of disability law and accessibility best practices.
• Experience collaborating with faculty on inclusive teaching and universal design.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range; $80,901-$86,320 approximate annual
• Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.
Application Instructions

To apply, submit:

• A cover letter
• A resume

The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.

Important Notes:

• Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered
• Links to external resume sites are not accepted
• Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs
• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.