Director, Accessibility Resource Center

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart of Pembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated to engaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity and public service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense of community and belonging-–a place where faculty and staff feel supported, take pride in the university’s mission, and are devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference in their communities.

 The Director is responsible for the oversight and coordination of the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) regarding academic accommodations for UNCP students under the mandates of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and state and University policies. The ADA Coordinator has primary responsibilities as the campus compliance officer for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998. 

Under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the ADA Coordinator shall be responsible for (1) leading efforts to move beyond compliance and toward seamless access, (2) collaborating with University offices, faculty, staff, students, and campus advocacy groups to inform decision-making and to ensure University compliance with University policy and state and federal mandates, (3) the ADA coordinator will hear student appeals, and (4) working with facility services to conduct physical audits, maintaining knowledge of needed improvements, and for ensuring that new projects are in compliance with disability standards. Along with the primary duties of ADA compliance, the ADA Coordinator may participate in University training, complaint intake, and other duties as assigned.

This position is designated as Mandatory Personnel.  Mandatory Employees: Employees whose presence has been determined to be mandatory to University operations during certain types of adverse weather or emergency events.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements: Master’s degree in Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Higher Education Administration or related field, and at least three years’ experience working with students with disabilities and compliance; knowledge of psycho-educational test instruments; related administrative/ programmatic experience; ability to address multiple tasks and work efficiently under deadlines; monitor extensive details while focusing on overall program mission; working knowledge of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1998, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and other appropriate laws pertaining to higher education compliance and disability; demonstrated experience in, and an on-going commitment to, working effectively with and across diverse communities; ability to work consistently with a high level of professionalism and with discretion; exceptional written and oral communication skills; the successful candidate must be able to quickly become knowledgeable about UNCP’s organizational structures, policies and procedures.

Management Preferences: Doctorate degree in Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, Higher Education Administration or related field, and at least five or more years of full-time, professional work experience at a higher education institution working with compliance and personnel.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. 

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.