Associate Director of the Center for Disability Services

The Associate Director of the Center for Disability Services (CDS) provides leadership and oversight for the College’s disability intake and accommodation processes. As a working supervisor, this position conducts student intakes, determines accommodations, and oversees the consistency and quality of services provided by assigned staff. The Associate Director serves as the point of escalation for complex cases, facilitates case consultation sessions, and leads continuous improvement efforts. This position ensures compliance with applicable College, state, and federal policies and regulations throughout the intake and accommodation process, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). **TITLE:** Associate Director of the Center for Disability Services **SALARY:** $72,000-78,000/year **DEPARTMENT:** Center for Disability Services **REPORTS TO:** Director of the Center for Disability Services **POSITION NUMBER:** 00012215 **This position is eligible for hybrid work location, per Everett Community College’s** [**Telework Policy**](https://www.everettcc.edu/files/administration/policies/evcc3180-telecommuting-policy.pdf) Disability Accommodations - Conduct intake interviews with students to assess disability-related needs and determine reasonable academic accommodations - Review and interpret medical, psychological, and educational documentation in accordance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines - Communicate accommodation determinations and follow-up procedures clearly, respectfully, and in alignment with student rights and institutional responsibilities - Serve as a liaison to faculty, staff, and instructional leadership on accommodation implementation, curricular access, and related compliance matters - Investigate and respond to reports of accommodation concerns, mediate disputes, and facilitate resolution in cases involving noncompliance, miscommunication, or undue burden - Coordinate with CDS staff to ensure timely delivery of accommodations such as assistive technology, alternate format materials, and testing services - Participate in team meetings to ensure alignment of intake, accommodation, and support services across the department - Maintain accurate and confidential records of student accommodations in compliance with FERPA and institutional policy - Support the development of outreach materials, training content, and website resources that promote student awareness of CDS services and disability access Supervisory Oversight - Recruit, train, and supervise assigned staff involved in intake, accommodation, and case management functions - Lead regular case consultation sessions with assigned staff to review accommodation decisions, explore complex cases, and ensure consistency in service delivery - Provide ongoing coaching, support, and professional development to staff engaged in documentation review, student communication, and accommodation implementation - Serve as the point of escalation for sensitive, unique, or high-impact student cases requiring advanced judgment or coordination across departments - Monitor individual and shared caseloads for quality, equity, and timeliness, intervening when needed to support service continuity and resolution - Ensure assigned staff practices align with legal obligations, departmental procedures, and the College’s commitment to access and inclusion - Collaborate with the CDS Director to assess staffing needs, inform strategic planning, and support department-wide priorities Process Improvement & Compliance - Lead evaluation and improvement of intake, documentation review, and accommodation processes to ensure consistency, efficiency, and legal compliance - Identify service gaps, recurring issues, or equity concerns through case review, staff input, and data trends - Develop and maintain internal procedures, tools, and reference materials to guide staff decision-making and promote consistent service del…