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Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life." Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth-all situated within a beautiful and historic campus-make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Assistant Director, University Accessibility Center This position will promote and facilitate disability access, equity, and advocacy on the BYU campus, and assists in the oversight of the Accessibility Center. This entails supervision of other full-time staff and part-time student employees, supporting unit programs, and representing the office to faculty, staff, and administration. The Assistant Director will also provides direct services to students through evaluating, determining, and providing accommodations to students. They will assist the Director of the University Accessibility Center (UAC) in the administration, strategic planning, and policy development of the Center, representing the office on committees and on projects. What you'll do in this position: Administrative Assist the Director of the University Accessibility Center (UAC) with administration, strategic planning, and policy development aligned with the office's mission and vision. Develop, implement, and maintain trainings, policies, and procedures; remain current on legal and technological advances in disability and accessibility. Supervise, train, and support full-time coordinators; recruit, hire, and oversee graduate and undergraduate student staff, programs, committees, and weekly case conferences. Student Support Respond to disability-related inquiries and maintain a student caseload, determining disability status, functional limitations, reasonable accommodations, and academic plans, including diagnosing ADHD. Provide expertise in assistive technology and collaborate with testing facilities and campus partners related to student accommodations. Faculty/Staff Support Respond to faculty inquiries; develop and lead professional development, awareness programs, events, and committees related to disability services and accessibility. Provide consultation and guidance to faculty and staff on approved accommodation and disability-related practices. Data Analysis and Reporting Collect, analyze, and report university and office metrics related to productivity, services, and outcomes. Represent the office in data collection and assessment efforts and lead preparation for strategic planning. What qualifies you for this role: Required A firm commitment to the mission of BYU Licensed Ph.D. Psychologist (licensed for a minimum of two years) with two or more years of experience in supervising mental health or educational professionals and three or more years' experience in conducting evaluations (including ADHD). In-depth knowledge of federal disability laws and guidance relevant to higher education (e.g., ADA, Section 504, OCR). Experience evaluating disability documentation, determining eligibility, and implementing accommodations for college-age or adult students. Knowledge of learning, psychiatric, physical, and vision-related disabilities Preferred Licensed Ph.D. Psychologist (licensed for a minimum of two years) with three or more years of experience in supervising mental health or educational professionals and four or more years' experience in conducting evaluations. Minimum of three years' experience focused on the assessment and accommodation of postsecondary students with disabilities. Ability to advocate effectively for students with disabilities while balancing academic integrity, legal requirements, and institutional risk. Experience developing and implementing support services for college-age or adult students with disabilities. What we offer in return: In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits , including: 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans) Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members Access to athletic facilities Excellent medical/dental benefits Short/long-term disability benefits P
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