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Posted: 04-Jun-26
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Type: Full-time
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Internal Number: 7210230
Director, Student Accessibility Services
Brown University
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Job Description:
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at Brown University is responsible for the provision of disability services for all students in the University's undergraduate, graduate, and medical programs. SAS partners closely with students to identify and implement accommodations that allow for their full participation in Brown's rigorous academic and vibrant university community. As the Director of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) within the Division of Campus Life, Brown's leader in this highly visible role is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the student experience are accessible, equitable, and inclusive.
The Director provides leadership and vision for a broadly collaborative department that serves a diverse student population of over 10,000 students and collaborates with hundreds of faculty and staff regarding curricular and environmental accessibility. The Director must be exceedingly well-versed in national trends, Section 504, the ADA, and other federal and state requirements pertaining to student accessibility.
A primary focus of this role is the modernization of SAS data management and systems administration. The Director oversees the implementation and maintenance of updated data management tools to improve data integrity and streamline the interactive process, thereby enhancing the student experience. By centralizing data systems and utilizing quantitative metrics, the Director is responsible for reducing delays between initial requests and final determinations, ensuring timely care and mitigating institutional risk. Through careful stewardship of SAS resources and staff, the Director leads continuous improvement efforts and develops evidence-based policies and protocols that document the University's excellence in meeting regulatory and compliance obligations.
Job Qualifications
- Master's degree in Rehabilitation counseling, Disability Services, Higher education, Educational Psychology or a related discipline is required.
- At least 7 years of demonstrated supervisory and management experience in a highly volume, highly-engaged department.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience working with postsecondary students with disabilities in a higher education or similar setting.
- Deep knowledge of Section 504, the ADA, and the Fair Housing Act as well as pertinent federal, state, and local laws.
- Proven facility with administrative data collection, summation, and reporting. Experience managing disability-specific database systems and familiarity with an array of assistive technologies.
- Strong policy-related expertise, including the ability to draft, interpret, and implement complex institutional policies.
- Must demonstrate the skill to translate federal/state regulations into clear, actionable University protocols and provide high-level interpretation for faculty and senior leadership.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to exercise a high degree of discretion, diplomacy, and sophisticated problem-solving.
- Demonstrated commitment to success in a vibrant multicultural environment with a critical understanding of social justice issues in both student and workplace settings.
- Experience in fiscal management and the oversight of multifaceted operational services (e.g., accessible transportation, vendor coordination).
- Experienced, sophisticated and sensitive problem solving capability.
DSG Storbeck has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Ruth Shoemaker Wood and Anne Koellhoffer. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile or emailing the search team directly at BrownSAS@dsgco.com. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.
Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown.
Recruiting Start Date:
2026-05-28
Job Posting Title:
Director, Student Accessibility Services
Department:
AVP Dean of Students
Grade:
Grade 12
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. All remote work must be performed in a state in which Brown is registered to do business.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.
Brown is an E-Verify Employer.
EEO Statement:
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.
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