Executive Dean, Access and Disability Support

Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. – . Job Posting Title: Executive Dean, Access and Disability Support Department-Specific Recruitment Details: Job Description Summary: Provides leadership for the college's centralized student access and disability support services (ADS). Sets vision, priorities, and budget; ensures the College meets its obligations under the ADA and Section 504; and represents the area to college leadership, faculty, and the community. Leads and holds accountable the ADS leadership team and serves as the final decision-maker on policy and escalated cases. Conducts bi-annual compliance audits (at a minimum) of Access & Disability Support (ADS) student accommodation files to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, college policies, and ADS procedures. Reports findings to senior leadership, develops and monitors corrective action plans, and updates procedures and staff training as needed. Provides visionary leadership, strategic planning, and administrative oversight for ACC's student access and disability support programs districtwide. Drives institutional access, removes systemic barriers, and ensures rigorous compliance with federal and state accessibility laws. Leads a high-performing team to deliver modern, data-driven accommodation logistics that enhance student retention and academic success across all student demographics (UG, CE, and AE). Job Description: Description of Duties & Responsibilities​ Executive Leadership & Strategic Operations - Directs districtwide strategic planning, program assessment, and operational oversight for Access and Disability Support (ADS) in alignment with institutional goals. - Leads and holds accountable the Directors of Accommodations, Operations and Technology, and Sign Language Interpreting and Communication Access (SLIC).  - Manages department budget development and financial allocation, ensuring efficient resource utilization within college guidelines. - Directs continuous data collection, analysis, and reporting to drive ongoing program quality and operational improvements. Compliance, File Auditing & Quality Assurance - Ensures student access and disability support programs and services meet the legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, as well as institutional policies. - Conducts bi-annual compliance audits (at a minimum for Fall/Spring) of representative ADS student accommodation files to verify timely interactive processes, appropriate documentation, individualized accommodations, appeal notices, and secure recordkeeping. - Reports audit findings to senior leadership within 30 days and implements corrective action plans, policy updates, and targeted staff training to resolve identified deficiencies. - Partners directly with the ADA/504 coordinator/director to maintain districtwide physical, digital, and instructional accessibility across all campus programs and facilities. Team Management & Professional Development - Manages the full employment lifecycle for staff, including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, goal-setting, and progressive discipline in accordance with HR policies and employment law. - Establishes a collaborative team environment, providing coaching and professional support to maintain optimal operational efficiency. - Leads professional development and training initiatives for ADS staff, proctoring personnel, and faculty in direct coordination with Academic Affairs. - Assesses training needs and maintains expertise in evolving accessibility practices, assistive technology, Universal Design, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Institutional Collaboration & Leadership - Serves as a key liaison to the ADS Executive Advisory Committee, collaborating with Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, and Business Affairs leadership on inter-divisional initiatives. - Represents ADS on college-wide committees and councils, and actively participates in districtwide strategic initiatives, convocation, and commencement events. Community Partnerships & Stakeholder Outreach - Develops, implements, and provides strategic support for collaborations with community partners. - Serves as an information and referral resource to students, faculty, staff, and the community concerning student accessibility and disability support programs and services. Job Requirements Knowledge: - Principles of accessibility and universal design. - Best practices about policy, practices, and strategies of accessibility and services for individuals with disabilities. - Laws, rules, and regulations about students with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (ADA), and the Vocational Rehabilitation Act, Section 504, as amended. - Principles and practices for designing and implementing accessible, high-impact student support programs and services across all student populations. - Supervisory principles, practices, and methods for comprehensive department and staff oversight. - Data gathering and statistical reporting. - Advanced principles of institutional budget management and fiscal accountability. - Institutional policy development and governance structures within higher education. Skills: - Maintain an established work schedule. - Monitor, direct, and provide support to programs and staff working in person and remotely. - Effectively use interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy, particularly when collaborating with executive leadership on inter-divisional decision-making bodies. - Design, coordinate, and facilitate professional development training for audiences of different backgrounds and skill sets, including specialized staff and faculty. - Effectively use organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through. - Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials. Technology Skills: - Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software. Minimum Qualifications Education: - Master’s degree.  Preferred Education: - Master’s degree in Disability Studies, Vocational Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Counseling, Human Development with an emphasis on disabilities, Accessibility Studies, Social Work, Higher Education Administration, or closely related fields. Experience: - Five (5) years of related work experience, including management and supervisory experience in a higher education setting. Physical Demands and Work Environment   Physical Demands: - Standard office environment which requires standing, walking, sitting, and occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds. Work Environment: - On-site work at assigned campus with no remote option. - Travel between campuses and to other locations. - In-person events and workshops, including some evenings or weekends. - Extended computer work and in-person communication. Salary commensurate with experience. ​ Number of Openings: 1 Job Posting Close Date: November 18, 2026