Disability Services Manager

Job Overview

Position Summary:

The Disability Access Center (DAC) at the University of Wisconsin–Platteville is seeking applications for a full-time Disability Services Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the DAC, including the Testing Center. This role provides leadership, planning, and supervision, directing and implementing reasonable accommodations and support services for students with disabilities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The manager also supervises staff, coordinates programs, and ensures equal access to academic and professional advancement opportunities for all students with disabilities.

This is a full-time, benefit and paid leave eligible position. The starting salary for this position is $65,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.
• Monitors the unit budget, approves expenditures, and track expenses.
• Develops, implements, executes, and evaluates unit objectives to support the growth of the program.
• Develops and updates University policies related to students with disabilities with respect to changes in disability laws and DOJ or OCR rulings.
• Provide quality services to individuals with disabilities. Conduct intakes and maintains confidential records. Provide accessibility related support services and specialized academic pre-advising to a large caseload of diverse students who have documented disabilities – from preadmission through graduation.
• Investigate, propose, and purchase computer assisted learning equipment and other adaptive technology to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Responsible for managing the data information system.
• Develop and conduct workshops and trainings relevant to students with disabilities such as assistive technology training, study tools and adaptive aids, self-advocacy, Access Services, etc.
• Provide advocacy, consultation, and negotiation with faculty, administrators and other members of the University with regard to accommodations.
• Assist students in the transition from high school supports to college appropriate supports by providing learning strategies including time management, organization, self-advocacy, and resiliency skill building.
• Follow up with prospective students and parents/guardians who express interest in requesting accommodations.
• Fosters appropriate working relationships across campus.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 3-5 years’ experience working with students and disability accommodations.
• Extensive knowledge of disability laws and policies.
• Extensive knowledge of reasonable accommodations, as well as accommodation practices.
• Experience supervising professional and student staff.
• Strong organizational, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Experience managing confidential student records and using assistive technology.

Why it is great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining —particularly lead mining —dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

Application deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 15, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications.
• A current resume.

Legal Notices and Important Information: 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

In compliance with the Clery Act of 1998, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Annual Security & Annual Fire Safety Report is available for review. Call the UW-Platteville Campus Police Office at 608.342.1584 for a paper copy of the annual report.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.