Director of Student Services - Student Accessibility Services (SAS)

Salary: $142,536.00 - $180,744.00 Annually
Location : Kentfield & Indian Valley (Novato) - In Person, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2012-00740
Department: Student Accessibility Services
Opening Date: 04/18/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Anticipated Start Date: November 3, 2025
Priority Screening Date: May 21, 2025
Open Until Filled

SELECTION PROCESS
Please be sure to review the Required Application Documents section below to ensure that you are attaching everything required. All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date in order to be considered during the initial screening. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications received after this date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the College until the position is filled. The initial screening will begin after the Priority Screening Date, and applicants will be notified of their status, either way, thereafter. Applicants selected to interview will be contacted to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel or relocation at this time.

This position performs its duties on both the Kentfield and Indian Valley (Novato) campuses, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate.

Applicants should be prepared that, if selected to interview for a position at the College, interviews may be held in person or remotely, depending on the District's needs.
To Apply: http://jobs.marin.edu

POSITION OVERVIEW

The College of Marin is seeking a visionary, student-focused leader to serve as the Director of Student Accessibility Services. This key leadership position will provide strategic oversight and direction to ensure that students with temporary or permanent disabilities-including learning differences, cognitive challenges, and mobility-related conditions-have equitable access to the full academic, social, and co-curricular experience at the College. The ideal candidate will champion inclusion, foster a culture of support, and advocate for the success of all students.
Under general direction, plans, manages, directs and participates in the work of the Student Accessibility Services Department in collaboration with other departments, plans, implements and evaluates student accessibility, mental health services, educational assistance classes, and District compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to students with disabilities; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
A Director of Student Services - Student Accessibility Services is distinguished from the director of other programs in that an incumbent in the former class exclusively directs the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) department, whereas the latter class directs a Student Learning and Success division with multiple departments in addition to SAS.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice is valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population. We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2024 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. Our high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2024, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (17%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (5%), White (57%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.
College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS
Please see the Required Application Documents section below for important information regarding the evaluation of your foreign degrees.

Essential Functions

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the Student Accessibility Services department; with Deans and other managers, faculty and staff, develops, implements and monitors long-term plans, goals and objectives focused on achieving the District's mission and priorities; manages and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of the plans, policies, systems and procedures for Student Accessibility Services programs and services to achieve the department's annual goals, objectives and work standards.
• Plans, directs and coordinates a variety of programs and services designed to meet the needs of students with various temporary and permanent learning difficulties, and/or cognitive and mobility conditions according to Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements; ensures the District provides equal access to programs and activities within the college setting including access to counseling, instruction, academic support, testing accommodations, assistive technology and alternate media, and interpreting and captioning services.
• Ensures student access to accessibility services, psychological services and adapted PE program including alternate media access, mental health counseling services and adapted instructional classes; ensures the District adheres to federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to student support at a higher education institution and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance; directs trainings related to universal design, mental health and trauma-informed practices.
• Participates in the development of and monitors performance against the department's annual budget; administers department budgets, including grants and other outside funding; develops financial projections and statistical reports as required; approves purchase requests for supplies and equipment; monitors revenue and fee collection; ensures the department's cash handling, grant funding and partnership-related fiscal matters are handled in accordance with District policies and regulations as well as appropriate state and federal laws and regulations.
• Oversees the selection and management of department faculty and staff; establishes performance requirements, monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement; may participate in grievance hearings and take disciplinary action, up to and including termination, in accordance with District human resources policies and labor contract agreements.
• Manages and monitors work distribution within the department, oversees and assesses internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for process improvement, directs change management; responds to staff concerns and needs.
• Collaborates with deans, department chairs, other faculty and staff to develop class schedules and student learning support programs, pursuant to proper course articulation policies and standards, student diversity, student needs and program requirements including building, fostering, and advancing student-centered programs, services, events, outreach and activities that are integrated with division goals and objectives.
• Monitors and assists with developing curriculum and implementing classroom instruction in response to student needs; with assistance from faculty instructor and program staff, adjusts services and instructional delivery support to meet provisions of student accommodations; ensures student and faculty concerns around implementation of accommodation plan are appropriately addressed.
• Participates with deans and other management staff in participatory governance consultations and collaborates with the Academic Senate and other faculty groups on a variety of institutional issues; provides guidance to, receives and presents recommendations from Academic Senate and other representative organizations, as applicable, regarding the planning, implementation and review of academic and SAS programs, services, activities and related matters.
• Interprets and implements federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to student support at a higher education institution; coordinates with and supports faculty and staff on the development and execution of programs, services and instruction to ensure equal access to education; directs trainings related to universal design, mental health and trauma-informed practices; advises and guides departments on ADA compliance.
• In collaboration with other student support departments, oversees or provides direct counseling to students regarding academic and accessibility concerns; identifies and responds to students in distress or experiencing trauma, and students who may pose a threat to themselves or others; assists students, families and staff with access to District and community resource networks; tracks and analyzes intervention outcomes to ensure adherence to District policies and procedures as well as identify preventative activities and services to address population level issues and trends affecting student success.
• Establishes and maintains effective community relationships through outreach, partnerships, and community engagement events; coordinates District efforts to develop a resource network and to promote, implement and evaluate programs to assist students with access to disability services, and mental health and crisis support; maintains advanced knowledge of requirements, restrictions and policies for all assigned programs.
• Oversees and participates in reviewing equity and student learning outcomes and assessments; produces and organizes program planning documents and student learning outcomes data; conducts program reviews and studies, recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures, and implements changes; fosters quality instruction and optional functioning of programs; develops and updates reports and data-tracking success measures for curriculum, courses and programs for departments.
• Makes presentations to the Board of Trustees, Executive Leadership, and other groups; represents the District and presents at community meetings and events and at local, regional, state and national conferences, meetings, workshops and training seminars.
• Fosters an environment that embraces equity-minded practices, integrity, trust and respect; supports, implements and promotes compliance with the College's Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Plan in all aspects of employment and education; increases cultural and ethnic diversity in staffing, programs and services.

OTHER DUTIES

• Serves on advisory boards and task forces.
• Oversees and participates in developing promotional materials including flyers, invitations, programs and publications.
• Assists with grant writing as directed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Desirables

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1.) Must meet one of A, B or C below.
Must meet the minimum qualifications for an educational administrator(Title V, Section 53420) OR must meet the minimum qualifications for a DSPS (SAS) Instructor or Counselor (Title V, Section 56048):
A.) Educational Administrator:

1.) Possession of a master's degree in a category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; and

2.) One year of formal training, internship or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment; or possession of a California Community College Supervisor Credential; or the equivalent.
B.) DSPS (SAS) Instructor:

1.) A Master's degree in the category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling; and

2.) Fifteen semester units of upper division or graduate study in the area of disability, to include, but not be limited to: learning disabilities, developmental disabilities; Deaf and Hearing Impaired; physical disabilities; or adapted computer technology.
C.) DSPS (SAS) Counselor:

1.) A Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling; or

2.) A Master's degree in: Counseling; Guidance Counseling; Student Personnel; Clinical or Counseling Psychology; Education Counseling; Social Work; Career Development; Marriage and Family Therapy; or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling; OR a Bachelor's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling AND a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT);
and (combined with #2 above)
1.) Counseling for students with disabilities; or

2.) Counseling in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities are for persons with disabilities, or the equivalent.

AND

2.) Two years' experience (within the last four years) or the equivalent, in one or more of the following fields:

• Instruction or counseling, or both, in a higher education program for students with disabilities;
• Administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education;
• Teaching, counseling, or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities;
• Administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

AND

3.) The applicant shall have completed a minimum of six (6) units of college-level course work predominantly relating to ethnic minorities or persons having a physical or mental disability affected by educational, language or social disadvantages;and
4.) Knowledge and experience providing services and campus outreach with underrepresented, multicultural community college students; and
5.) Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in higher education leadership that included curriculum and student support program development, coordinating the work of staff, and experience in budget development and maintenance.
• A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance program or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and methods including goal setting and long-range planning, program development/implementation, delegation and employee supervision.
• Curriculum development, instructional theory, program evaluation and student learning outcomes process.
• Rules and regulations pertaining to the administration of instructional programs in California community colleges.
• Principles and practices of counseling and guidance related to students with learning impairments.
• Special and developmental needs of students with physical and cognitive impairments.
• Trauma-informed practices and application of effective counseling techniques.
• Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions governing Disabled Student Programs and Services in California Community College including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), HIPAA, California Education Code, Title V regulations, Rehabilitation Act, applicable ADA.
• Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintaining public records.
• Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed.
• Board Policies, Administrative Procedures, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity in hiring, retention, performance and advancement.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Understand and be sensitive to and respectful of the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, disability, religious background and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
• Plan, organize, direct and evaluate the programs and activities of the Student Accessibility Services department.
• Develop effective course schedules and student academic and mental healthcare support services to meet student needs.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and implement recommendations in support of departmental goals and objectives.
• Communicate effectively and represent the District in negotiations and dealings with partners and the community.
• Make presentations and present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Select, motivate and evaluate faculty and staff and provide for their training and professional development.
• Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures, laws, codes and ordinances as they relate to SAS programs and rapidly changing access requirements.
• Develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls.
• Operate a computer and use standard business software.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance.

California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the

Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to communicate with others in person, over the phone and electronically; move about the office and campus; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to observe details at close range.

Mental Demands:
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information and skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions and under intensive deadlines; make frequent contact with students and/or the public; and deal with elected officials and other departments' management.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work under typical office conditions subject to frequent public contact and interruption and to intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion.

The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site, and occasional evening, holiday and/or weekend work may be required.
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The following documents must be attached to your application in order to render it complete. Use the Attachment Type indicated in parentheses when making your attachments.

Cover Letter (cover letter): describing what motivated you to apply for this position, including how you satisfy the Minimum Requirements, the Desired Qualifications, and the Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, and how you are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in the posting.

Resume (resume)

List of at least three (3) professional references (references), including name, organization, phone & email. Must include: a.) current/most recent supervisor; b.) one colleague/co-worker from your current/most recent department; and c.) one reference of choice. References will not be contacted unless you are selected as the final candidate for the position.

Complete copy of college transcript conferring Bachelor's degree (bachelor's transcript)

Complete copy of college transcript conferring Master's degree (master's transcript)

Statement (statement): Please provide a response to the following prompt (1-2 pages maximum):

College of Marin has defined "Equity-Mindedness" as the perspective or mode of thinking exhibited by faculty and administrators who call attention to patterns of inequity in student outcomes. These practitioners are willing to take personal and institutional responsibility for the success of their students and critically reassess their own practices. It also requires that practitioners are race-conscious and aware of the social and historical context of exclusionary practices in American education.

In order to understand and become equity-minded, we must assess and acknowledge that our practices may not be working. It takes understanding inequities as a dysfunction of the various structures, policies, and practices that we can control. Equity-minded practitioners question their own assumptions, recognize stereotypes that harm student success, and continually reassess their practices to create change. Could you please share specific instances from your work experience within the last three to five years where you ensured accountability and eliminated racial equity gaps in support services by applying equity-focused approaches, upholding integrity, fostering trust, and demonstrating respect and support?

If you hold additional degrees beyond the Bachelor's and Master's level, please attach a copy of your transcript conferring these degrees as well. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, as long as they confer the degree and show the coursework taken. An official transcript would be required upon hire.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS:

Foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major. Please review the following points carefully to determine whether you must submit a Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) with your application. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

• If you satisfy the minimum educational requirement with a degree that was granted in the U.S., but your previous degree(s) was obtained from a foreign institution, you do not need to attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) for your previous degree(s). You must, however, attach a copy of a (translated) transcript for the previous degree. For additional clarification of acceptable transcripts, please contact Human Resources.
• If your degree that satisfies the minimum educational requirement was obtained from a foreign institution, you must submit an FCE for that degree and any other foreign degrees leading up to it.
• If you are asserting equivalence (see Minimum Qualifications for Faculty/Administrators on the Human Resources web site) because your degree does not specifically match the minimum educational requirements as listed and any of your degrees was obtained outside the U.S., you must attach an FCE for your foreign degree(s).

Supplemental & Salary Information

CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY & RETIREMENT PLAN
The Director of Student Services - Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is an educational administrative position, in compliance with all applicable sections of the California Education Code. Educational administrators also participate in the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) through District and employee contributions. Educational administrative employees are employed subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the individual's employment agreement with the District.

SALARY INFORMATION
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Grade: Management Level 4
Full Salary Range: $142,536 - $180,744 annually. (As of 7/1/2025, full salary range will increase to $147,624 - $187,824 annually.)
Starting Salary Range: $142,536 - $152,556 annually (Step 1 to Step 3). Background and experience will determine placement. Step 3 is the maximum entering step. (As of 7/1/2025, starting salary range will increase to $147,624 - $158,136 annually.)

Please refer to the on our Human Resources website for detailed information.

HEALTH, WELFARE and FRINGE BENEFITS
Marin Community College District (MCCD) offers a generous suite of health, welfare, and fringe benefits for benefit-eligible Educational Administrators, including:

• Medical Insurance: The District offers six plan options through Kaiser and Blue Shield. Effective 10/01/2024, the District's contributions for medical insurance coverage are as follows:
• Employee-only: $1,600/month
• Employee plus one dependent: $2,300/month
• Employee plus two or more dependents: $2,800/month

• Dental Insurance: Delta Dental coverage for employee and dependents (premium paid by MCCD).
• Vision Insurance: VSP coverage for employee and dependents (premium paid by MCCD).
• Sick Leave: Accrues on an annual rate of 10 days per year; possible additional sick leave is accruable for work assigned during intersession.
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS): MCCD contributes 19.10% of employee's creditable earnings to CalSTRS on a monthly basis. Mandatory employee contribution for 2024/2025 is 10.205% - 10.25%, depending on original date of membership and prior membership status. Note: Neither CalSTRS members nor MCCD contributes to Social Security for CalSTRS-covered service.
• Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans: Additional tax-advantaged 403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings plans are also offered.
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance: $50,000 (premium paid by MCCD)
• Voluntary Life Insurance: Coverage for employee, spouse and/or child(ren) (employee-paid)
• Long-Term Disability: (premium paid by MCCD)
• Short-Term Disability: (premium paid by MCCD)
• Voluntary AD&D Insurance: Coverage for employee, spouse and/or child(ren) (employee-paid)
• Other Employee-Paid Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs); pet insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Benefits Available through Selected Medical Plan (no cost to employee):
KEY: ALL = All members eligible; BS = Blue Shield members eligible; KA = Kaiser members eligible

• 24/7 Helpline through the Employee Assistance Program (ALL)
• Expert Medical Opinions through Teladoc (ALL)
• 24/7 Physician Access through MD Live (BS)
• Generic Medications through Costco (BS)
• Enhanced Cancer Benefit through Contigo Health (BS)
• Hip, Knee, and Spine Surgical Benefit through Carrum Health (BS)
• Personal Health Coaching through Vida Health (BS)
• Physical Therapy for Back and Joint Pain (BS)
• Discounts for Gym memberships, Hearing Aids and LASIK Eye Surgery (BS)
• ClassPass: Kaiser Permanente has teamed up with fitness industry leader ClassPass to make it easier for employees to exercise from the comfort of their homes (KA).

For more information regarding MCCD's comprehensive benefit plans, please see our Marin Community College District 2024/2025 Employee Benefit Guide
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE
Employees in this position classification are considered Educational Administrators. College of Marin offers a comprehensive benefit plan to its Educational Administrators, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, business/travel accident insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), pet insurance and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Educational Administrators are also members of the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS), to which the member contributes 10.205% - 10.25%* of their reportable compensation on a monthly basis. Educational Administrators are also eligible to participate in a voluntary, tax-advantaged 403(b) or 457(b) retirement savings plan. *Depending on original date of membership and prior membership status.

Sick and Vacation Leave for Educational Administrators accrue on a rate of 12 days and 22 days per year, respectively. The District also offers 10 paid holidays annually, in addition to a paid winter holiday break at the end of December.

Part-time Employees: Employees working less than 100% of the full-time equivalent (FTE) are eligible to participate in the College's health plans; healthcare premiums are pro-rated respectively. All part-time Educational Administrative employees, regardless of FTE, participate in the CalSTRS retirement plan. All employees working less than 12 months per year and/or less than full-time shall receive pro-rated vacation, sick leave, and holiday accruals.

Please visit our web site for collective bargaining agreement information or the District's web site and for more benefit information.
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