Director for ADA and Accessibility Services

Director for ADA and Accessibility Services

Virginia Tech

Virginia Tech, a comprehensive land-grant institution in Blacksburg, Virginia, invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for its next director for ADA and accessibility services. This is an on-site leadership role, which may be eligible for a flexible or hybrid work schedule. The anticipated start date is January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

As chief accessibility and compliance officer, this senior-level position offers an exceptional opportunity to join a preeminent research university. The role is compelling for four key reasons :

• High-impact position : Serves as an integral part of the leading-edge Office for Civil Rights and Prevention Education, advancing the institution's strong commitment to equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.
• Leadership opportunity : Leads a highly respected team of accessibility experts in campus architecture, digital compliance, accommodations, and case management.
• Comprehensive oversight : Ensures seamless interactive accommodation processes for faculty and staff employees and oversees physical, digital, and programmatic accessibility for all campus community members and visitors.
• Strategic partnerships : Collaborates with university partners to address reported physical and digital barriers and maintain full legal compliance.

The salary range is $135,000 to $145,000.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include : a JD or a master's degree in education, public administration, human resources, rehabilitation, public policy, or a related field of study, or education and experience that equates to an advanced degree; progressive professional experience coordinating compliance with the ADA or Section 504; professional experience working with individuals with disabilities; demonstrated ability to assess and advise on employee and visitor requests for accommodations in accordance with applicable laws; and knowledge of the ADA standards for accessible design.

Application and Nomination

Virginia Tech has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with this search. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Complete applications received by September 26, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Submit a resume and cover letter via https : / / spelmanandjohnson.com / position / director-for-ada-and-accessibility-services /

Visit the Virginia Tech website at https : / / www.vt.edu / .

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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