Assistant Director of Student Disability Services

At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to approximately 8,500 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design and the College of Performing Arts (Mannes, Jazz, and Drama), Lang College and the New School for Social Research, and Parsons Paris. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

The Assistant Director of Student Disability Services (SDS) reports to the Director of Student Disability Services and serves as a member of the SDS leadership team. The Assistant Director (AD) assists the Director of Student Disability Services in administering highly specialized support for students with disabilities at the New School. The Assistant Director assists in ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) and the revisions under the Americans with Disabilities Act. This position works collaboratively with students, faculty, and administration to support a campus population of 10,000 students. This position reports to the Senior Director of Student Equity, Access and Title IX.

This is a temporary position expected to last until May 15, 2027.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Strategic Operations

• Serves as a member of the Student Disability Services leadership team and assists in the development, implementation, and assessment of departments' missions and priorities.
• Assists in the implementation and evaluation of all university-wide policy and procedure reviews, as well as assessment efforts pertaining to access and student disability services.
  

Caseload Management & Student Support Services

• Manages an active caseload of students with disabilities which includes maintaining accurate and confidential records for each student related to eligibility, provision of services, and accommodation decisions and recommendations.
• Provides intentional services that support academic success, this includes digitizing classroom materials and texts, captioning of videos, coordinating transcription and/or interpretation services for students, and exam proctoring.
  

Campus Liaison & Stakeholder Outreach

• Serves as a liaison to a variety of university departments at the New School, such as Academic & Career Advising, Housing and Residential Education, Student Support and Crisis Management etc., to communicate approved accommodations and coordinate access.
• Services as a referral resource for faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Creates, implements, and promotes educational materials and awareness regarding physical access, and sensitivity for students with disabilities.
  

Supervision & Staff Development

• Provides direct supervision, ongoing development, and performance evaluation for student workers, consisting of student note-takers, office assistants and work-study students.
  

Administration & Compliance

• Manages daily administrative tasks such as data entry and external reporting to ensure legal compliance, processing of contracts and invoices.
  

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)

• Actively participates in creating and fostering a culture of inclusion: possesses and develops in self and others, intercultural competency skills that promote a culture of equity, inclusion, social justice, and community engagement.
  

University Engagement & Service

• Participates in University-wide events, including residence hall openings, Orientation, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and Commencement.
• Serves on university-wide committees and task forces.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Note: This description incorporates the most typical duties performed. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of these duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree and two (2) to four (4) years of progressive experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated experience working with disability/access services within an educational setting (preferably college or university).
• Understanding of emerging issues in higher education, particularly in Access and Disability Services.
• Applied understanding of student development and multiple identity theories.
• Demonstrated intercultural competence, and a continuing commitment to advance equity, inclusion, and social justice practices in support of a diverse community.
• Impeccable integrity and ability to handle complex, sensitive, and confidential issues.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with all constituencies within the university community.
• Experience in developing and facilitating professional training for students, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational and program development skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience of emerging issues in higher education, particularly in student services.
• Familiarity with Banner, Tableau, and Starfish.
• Previous experience at an urban and/or art-focused institution.
  

WORK MODE

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement. #LI-Onsite

Hybrid work arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on the nature of the role and operational needs. Any such arrangement must be discussed and approved in advance by the appropriate division lead or their designee.

HOURLY RATE: $39.38/hr

WHY JOIN US?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.