Associate Director, Disability Access Office
Harvard University
Job CodeS0358M FSS Student Service Mgt IVSub-UnitCollege058Time StatusFull-timeUnion00 – Non Union, Exempt or TemporaryAdditional Qualifications and Skills
Additional InformationAnticipated start date for this position is early January 2025.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.DepartmentDisability Access OfficePre-Employment ScreeningEducation, IdentityJob FunctionFaculty & Student ServicesSchool/UnitFaculty of Arts and SciencesBasic Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office settingMay be required to work occasional nights and weekendsThis is a hybrid position based in Cambridge, MA. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, and VT). Human Resources Consulting is currently developing hybrid workplace models which actively support some remote work (within a state in which Harvard is registered to do business) where business and team needs allow. Furthermore, individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process.Position DescriptionThe Associate Director provides effective and innovative leadership and supervision of Disability Access Office (DAO) staff and activities. The Associate Director will be an expert and co-leader in accessibility work, who understands the diverse needs of disabled students in the specific context for FAS and translates those needs into actionable adjustments to inaccessible environments. They will collaborate extensively with other offices across FAS and the university to identify, devise, and assess solutions for access and inclusion in a variety of environments, including residential and academic programs.Management & Operations:
Provides direct supervision and performance management of Accessibility Advisors, including hiring, training, daily supervision, annual performance reviews, taking corrective action as needed, strategic planning for roles, caseload adjustments, and ensuring that current best practices in the field are explored and implemented. Leads department operations, working with the Associate Dean to further develop the vision and mission of the DAO into measurable outcomes. Thinks strategically about office processes and technology and brings forth ideas for improvement and implementation. Compiling, analyzing, and providing data and other information as requested. Operational oversight of office resources and workflow.Student Caseload:
Strategic case management for complex student cases within the College, GSAS, and SEAS Manages independent high-complexity student caseload while also providing oversight of all student accommodation management among Accessibility Advisors.Campus Collaboration:
Ongoing collaboration with faculty and staff partners leading accommodation implementation. Collaborates with faculty to devise and help implement complex accommodations, including those for students with sensory disabilities.Leads weekly internal accommodation review committees that may include campus partners such as the Housing Office and University Disability Resources. Frequently assesses efficiency and equitable outcomes of such committees and recommends process adjustments to the Associate Dean.Develops and presents trainings and workshops to promote universal design and access for all students. Works with student organizations to receive feedback and develop sustainable solutions and provides leadership on accessibility-focused student advisory boards. Collaborates with Associate Dean, Office of General Counsel, and University Disability Resources when student grievance cases arise. Maintains current knowledge in disability law to the extent of being able to individually assess situations for potential discrimination and forward concerns to the appropriate parties for investigation. Working interdepartmentally on large-scale, multi-user projects, such as accessible transportation, house renewal and residential access. Works with committees on wellness, health services, dining, technology, and others.Planning & Leadership:
Strategic planning, program leadership and critical administrative support. Assists the Associate Dean in formulating policies and procedures and makes recommendations to the Associate Dean to improve overall operations. Contributes substantially to the strategic planning and design of the office and improves the ways in the which the office can support disabled students within FAS. Represents DAO in a variety of events, including Orientation, Pre-O trainings, Visitas, Family Weekend, and other opportunities to reach the broader community. Empowered to act on behalf of the Associate Dean as requested and serve as de facto Associate Dean when the Associate Dean is out of the office. Acting as the office’s first responder and representative for emergent and/or sensitive concerns, including employment or labor issues that involve the HGSU-UAW union; coordinating with local offices such as General Counsel and the Office of Labor and Employee Relations as necessary.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and BelongingHarvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.BenefitsWe invite you to visit Harvard’s Total Rewards website ( ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
Work FormatHybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)LinkedIn Recruiter Tag (for internal use only)#LI-MT2Work Format DetailsThis is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Cambridge, MA
Thu, 24 Oct 2024 01:04:59 GMT
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