A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Department Summary

The University of Michigan Office of Student Accessibility and Accommodation Services (SAAS) provides support services, advocacy, and academic accommodations to students with disabilities. We support equal access for all students and are a partner to faculty and staff in the pursuit of developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

SAAS oversees four main resources: Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), Adaptive Sports and Fitness program (ASF), Testing Accommodation Centers (TAC), and Academic Support and Access Partnerships (ASAP). We are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility and are guided by best-practice standards and interventions, using a multidimensional model of student well-being.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of SAAS, the Associate Director of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) will provide leadership, long-term vision, and daily management over operations for SSD and lead the work to ensure that all students receive the appropriate academic accommodations. You will directly oversee the department's budget, financial, and operational goals.

This is a hybrid position based on-campus in Ann Arbor, MI, requiring in-office presence 3-4 days per week. The work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Travel to locations on/off campus to conduct business may be required.

This position offers a salary range of $92,500 - $100,200 with a comprehensive benefits package.

A full job description can be viewed here.

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and any eligible family members and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off  
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting upon meeting eligibility requirements  
• Many choices for health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

• Oversee the daily operations of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), ensuring compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance programs, and resources for students with disabilities.
• Manage a large team, including 5 direct reports and 10+ indirect reports, in providing accommodations and access to students with disabilities.
• Manage a combined budget of approximately $2 million and pursue funding to support SSD programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to promote disability awareness and inclusion across the institution.
   

• Advanced Degree (Master's or Doctorate required)
• Three years of experience supervising professional staff 
• Five years of experience in disability services in higher education
• Demonstrate current knowledge of disability-related civil rights and other laws applicable in higher education
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and culture, including direct experience working with students, faculty, or staff with diverse backgrounds and identities 

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.  

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Selected candidates whose start date is 4/1/2025 or after, will not be eligible for the university FY25-26 salary/merit plan unless otherwise notified.

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Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.