Director - Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO)
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Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Director - Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO)
Benefits of working at VCU
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.
Job Code
25411
Recruitment Pool
All Applicants
Posting Number
req6446
Unit
Student Affairs (Vice Provost) MBU
Department
Division of Student Affairs/Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO)
Department Website Link
https://saeo.vcu.edu/
Location
VCU
Address
907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities
About VCU
In a world of the common, we are the UNCOMMON. VCU is unlike any university you have ever seen. We bring curiosity, passion and an unrelenting drive to discover the ideas others can't. We envision a future that is unbound by tradition, that seeks to disrupt the way things have always been. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It's a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.
About the Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is dedicated to holistic student development. Through our diverse programs, services, and facilities, we foster inclusive communities and create dynamic, integrative learning experiences that prepare students to become thoughtful and engaged global citizens.
The selected candidate will have ample opportunities for professional growth and will play a key role in shaping the future of the Division of Student Affairs (DSA), addressing the diverse needs of Virginia Commonwealth University's students. DSA is committed to fostering the growth and potential of its employees while building work environments that are equitable and representative.
Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Holistic Well-Being (AVP) and serving as a key member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team, the Director - Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO) will provide leadership and strategic direction for all student-facing disability resource and accessibility initiatives at VCU's Monroe Park Campus (MPC) programs. The Director will oversee a team of eight professionals, along with student workers. They will also provide comprehensive oversight and strategic leadership for the two main functional areas within the SAEO office, working closely with the respective associate directors:
Student Accessibility
Case management and accommodation support (academic/housing/dining)
The Assistive Technology Lab
Captioning and interpreting services
Alternative formatting
Educational Opportunity
Testing Access Center
SAEO Scholars First Year Experience Program
Learning Specialist Program
Faculty/Staff Outreach Initiative
Multiple sections of a UNIV 191 (1-credit student success course)
This Director will serve as VCU's resident expert on matters related to student access and accommodations. This role involves regular meetings with colleges, university leadership, faculty, staff, parents, and community agencies. As the primary author and frequent reviewer of institutional policies and procedures impacting accessibility and student services, the Director plays a critical role in shaping a more inclusive environment at VCU. With responsibility for ensuring accessibility for the 3,000+ students registered with the SAEO office, the Director's work also benefits the broader university community. This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.
University Slotting 25411/Director, LG, State Role Code 69037
Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Standards
Master's degree in higher education administration, special education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, social work, disability or related areas or equivalent experience.
Minimum of six years full-time, professional, related experience in postsecondary disability resources and accessibility, of which at least three of which are in a progressive leadership position.
Proven ability to thrive in a diverse, multi-cultural and complex environment, fostering inclusion among faculty, staff, and students as part of the VCU community.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a constantly changing environment.
Expertise in staying up-to-date with Federal, State, and local laws related to accessibility, accommodations, and disability services.
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and public relations skills; demonstrated customer service skills.
Demonstrated administrative proficiency in managing information and systems, organizing programs, planning, implementing, and evaluating initiatives as well as budget development and fiscal management.
Strong presentation abilities, including active listening, speaking and writing.
Proven ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
Creative problem solving and adaptability in both collaborative and independent settings.
Preferred Hiring Standards
Terminal degree in higher education administration, special education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, social work, disability or related areas.
Minimum of eight years full-time, professional experience in postsecondary disability resources and accessibility, with at least three years in an Assistant or Associate Director-level role.
FLSA
University Employee
Job FTE
100
Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
E-Class
UF - University Employee FT
Job Category
University Employee
ORP Eligible
Yes
Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Compensation Type
Salaried
Target Hire Date
5/9/2025
Contact Information for Candidates
Charles Klink, PhD
Documents Needed to Apply
Benefits of working at VCU
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.
Job Code
25411
Recruitment Pool
All Applicants
Posting Number
req6446
Unit
Student Affairs (Vice Provost) MBU
Department
Division of Student Affairs/Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO)
Department Website Link
https://saeo.vcu.edu/
Location
VCU
Address
907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities
About VCU
In a world of the common, we are the UNCOMMON. VCU is unlike any university you have ever seen. We bring curiosity, passion and an unrelenting drive to discover the ideas others can't. We envision a future that is unbound by tradition, that seeks to disrupt the way things have always been. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It's a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.
About the Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is dedicated to holistic student development. Through our diverse programs, services, and facilities, we foster inclusive communities and create dynamic, integrative learning experiences that prepare students to become thoughtful and engaged global citizens.
The selected candidate will have ample opportunities for professional growth and will play a key role in shaping the future of the Division of Student Affairs (DSA), addressing the diverse needs of Virginia Commonwealth University's students. DSA is committed to fostering the growth and potential of its employees while building work environments that are equitable and representative.
Position Primary Purpose and General Responsibilities
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Holistic Well-Being (AVP) and serving as a key member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team, the Director - Student Accessibility and Educational Opportunity (SAEO) will provide leadership and strategic direction for all student-facing disability resource and accessibility initiatives at VCU's Monroe Park Campus (MPC) programs. The Director will oversee a team of eight professionals, along with student workers. They will also provide comprehensive oversight and strategic leadership for the two main functional areas within the SAEO office, working closely with the respective associate directors:
Student Accessibility
Case management and accommodation support (academic/housing/dining)
The Assistive Technology Lab
Captioning and interpreting services
Alternative formatting
Educational Opportunity
Testing Access Center
SAEO Scholars First Year Experience Program
Learning Specialist Program
Faculty/Staff Outreach Initiative
Multiple sections of a UNIV 191 (1-credit student success course)
This Director will serve as VCU's resident expert on matters related to student access and accommodations. This role involves regular meetings with colleges, university leadership, faculty, staff, parents, and community agencies. As the primary author and frequent reviewer of institutional policies and procedures impacting accessibility and student services, the Director plays a critical role in shaping a more inclusive environment at VCU. With responsibility for ensuring accessibility for the 3,000+ students registered with the SAEO office, the Director's work also benefits the broader university community. This is an on-site position and is not eligible for remote work.
University Slotting 25411/Director, LG, State Role Code 69037
Qualifications
Minimum Hiring Standards
Master's degree in higher education administration, special education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, social work, disability or related areas or equivalent experience.
Minimum of six years full-time, professional, related experience in postsecondary disability resources and accessibility, of which at least three of which are in a progressive leadership position.
Proven ability to thrive in a diverse, multi-cultural and complex environment, fostering inclusion among faculty, staff, and students as part of the VCU community.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a constantly changing environment.
Expertise in staying up-to-date with Federal, State, and local laws related to accessibility, accommodations, and disability services.
Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and public relations skills; demonstrated customer service skills.
Demonstrated administrative proficiency in managing information and systems, organizing programs, planning, implementing, and evaluating initiatives as well as budget development and fiscal management.
Strong presentation abilities, including active listening, speaking and writing.
Proven ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.
Creative problem solving and adaptability in both collaborative and independent settings.
Preferred Hiring Standards
Terminal degree in higher education administration, special education, counseling, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, social work, disability or related areas.
Minimum of eight years full-time, professional experience in postsecondary disability resources and accessibility, with at least three years in an Assistant or Associate Director-level role.
FLSA
University Employee
Job FTE
100
Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
E-Class
UF - University Employee FT
Job Category
University Employee
ORP Eligible
Yes
Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Compensation Type
Salaried
Target Hire Date
5/9/2025
Contact Information for Candidates
Charles Klink, PhD
Documents Needed to Apply