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<p class="MsoNormal">Dear friends and colleagues,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">After nine years at The Catholic University of America, I have taken a new position at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore as their Director of ADA Compliance and Disability Services. My current position is now posted. CUA is a wonderful
place to work and right in Washington, D.C. The office has a great staff already in place and we are very well received and supported throughout the university. I do hope you will consider this opportunity.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://humanresources.cua.edu/positions/current.cfm">http://humanresources.cua.edu/positions/current.cfm</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Director, Disability Support Services (full-time, 35 hours/week)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Division of Student Affairs<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Position 405505<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States, founded and sponsored by the bishops of the country<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">with the approval of the Holy See, The Catholic University of America is committed to being a comprehensive Catholic and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">American institution of higher learning, faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ as handed on by the Church. Dedicated to<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">advancing the dialogue between faith and reason, The Catholic University of America seeks to discover and impart the truth<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">through excellence in teaching and research, all in service to the Church, the nation and the world.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The mission of the Student Affairs Division is to promote and facilitate student learning and holistic development in the<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Catholic intellectual tradition. In partnership with the academic community and Campus Ministry, meaningful opportunities for<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">intellectual and personal development are provided in a vibrant, faith-based, values-oriented campus setting. Student centered<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">programs and services are offered to support and challenge students throughout their educational experience.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) provides programs and services designed to support and encourage the<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">integration of students with disabilities into the mainstream of the university community. Through partnerships with students,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">faculty and staff, DSS assists in creating an accessible university community where students with disabilities have an equal<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the educational environment.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Position Summary:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In support of all aspects of the mission of the department, division, and University, the Director provides dynamic leadership<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">in implementing, coordinating and supporting comprehensive, student-centered initiatives that reflect institutional thinking,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">support the formation of community, foster student retention and promote the development of the whole student. The<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Director ensures that programs and services are implemented with attention to high standards, quality, collaboration and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">fiscal soundness.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Director oversees the provision of the University’s accommodations for all students with disabilities as legally mandated<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Director acts to support<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">the integration of students with disabilities into the student community and services as a resource for faculty and staff<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">regarding disability issues. In this capacity, the Director works with undergraduate, graduate and Law School students, and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">alumnae on an as-needed basis and in accordance with the regulations established under disability law.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As the manger for all aspects of the disability support services program, the Director is primarily responsible for the following:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> Oversight, evaluation and direction of provisions of the University’s accommodations for all students with physical,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">medical, cognitive, sensory, and psychological disabilities, including the evaluation and interpretation of<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">documentation, the creation of academic accommodation plans for registered students with disabilities, and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">coordination of all services for students with disabilities.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> Training, supervision and evaluation of professional and paraprofessional staff.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> Development and implementation of orientation and training programs for the University community, including<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">students, parents, faculty, and staff.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> Coordination of departmental planning to establish short-term and long-range goals and objectives.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This position reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and represents the Division in a variety of public relations<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">forums and university events. The director establishes relationships with faculty, academic leadership, enrollment services,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">campus life professional and other integral staff throughout the campus community.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Essential Responsibilities Include: Plan, develop, implement and evaluate outstanding educational and developmental<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">disability support systems and processes which supplement global University and departmental objectives and provide<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">individualized and holistic support services and program access for students with disabilities. Evaluate and interpret disability<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">documentation and determine eligibility under ADA. Develop, monitor, adjust and evaluate educational accommodation<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">plans; ensure proper communication of accommodation plans to the appropriate offices including course instructors and, at<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">the student’s request, the Dean’s office in the appropriate school, the major advisor and the Dean of Students. Oversee,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">evaluate and direct provisions of the University’s accommodations and services for all students with physical, medical,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">cognitive, sensory, and psychological disabilities. Develop and enhance a vision for disability support services at The
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<p class="MsoNormal">Catholic University of America that provides and promotes outstanding educational and developmental programs and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">services. Manage the recruitment, supervision, retention, training, development and evaluation of all staff resources,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">including student staff/interns and contract services. Collect data and disseminate reports and analyses reflecting progress,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">trends, and appropriate recommendations for future programs and initiatives. Serve as a resource person for students,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">parents, faculty and administrators: Informally counsel students with disabilities regarding accommodations and support<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">services and adjustment to campus life. Notify faculty and staff of accommodation and access needs and advise and assist<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">in the implementation of accommodations. Acquire and maintain a strong working knowledge of related university<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">departments, systems and processes. Maintain a strong working knowledge of the disability services and student<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">development field. Apply and share knowledge to produce fundamentally sound and creative solutions to critical student<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">needs.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree required in Special Education, Counseling, Student Development or related field,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">or equivalent experience in disability service provision. At least four (4) years of experience in disability support service<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">provision, ideally at the post-secondary level, or equivalent in training and experience.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Preferred Qualifications: Ability to translate a mission and vision into successful programs and services. Ability to plan,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">organize, set priorities, implement and evaluate programs and services. Strong service orientation and ability to relate<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">effectively with diverse individuals and groups at all levels of an organization. Ability to work collegially and collaboratively to<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">develop effective student-oriented services. Ability to communicate effectively and by using a wide variety of tools and<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">mediums. Proven “hands on” and energetic team leader. Proven analytical, technical and supervisory skills.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">How to apply: forward application, salary requirements, resume, and cover letter to
<a href="mailto:CUARecruitment@cua.edu">CUARecruitment@cua.edu</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Reference position 405505 in subject line or on application. Positon is open until filled.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Catholic University of America<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Human Resources, 170 Leahy Hall<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">620 Michigan Ave, NE<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Washington, DC 20064<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Fax: (202) 319-5802<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Tel: (202) 319-5050<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Emily Lucio<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Director<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Disability Support Services<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">The Catholic University of America<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">620 Michigan Ave. NE<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">201 Pryzbyla Center<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Washington, DC 20064<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Phone 202-319-5211<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Fax 202-319-5126<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#1F497D">Email: <a href="mailto:lucio@cua.edu">
lucio@cua.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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