Associate Director of Facilitation (Testing)

We’re currently searching for an Associate Director for Services for Students with Disabilities to join our Services for Students with Disabilities team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re interested, please keep reading. About the Role You’ll be joining the Services for Students with Disabilities team; a department centered on access and inclusion by determining reasonable accommodations for students in the living and learning environment. You’ll be reporting to the Director in a Regular twelve‑month, 100% administrative professional appointment. You’ll oversee the facilitation of testing accommodations through the interactive process. You’ll supervise direct reports responsible for case management and the determination of testing‑related accommodations. You’ll provide leadership, training, and development to ensure consistent, equitable, and legally compliant decisions. You’ll lead the development and ongoing revision of testing center policies and procedures, including those related to accommodated testing. You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division. You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $75,000 and $85,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more. About the University The University: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well‑rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at‑large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life. The Division: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning. The Team: Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) strives to create an accessible and inclusive campus community. We collaborate with campus partners to remove barriers and meet the individualized access needs of disabled students. SSD supports success through the promotion of student learning and the development of advocacy skills. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Experience supervising full‑time professionals. Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws governing disability rights and accommodations (e.g., Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504). Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and campus partners. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree and/or equivalent experience in disability services or testing services in higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of National College Testing Association (NCTA) Professional Standards and Guidelines. Working knowledge of Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD) standards and best practices for student disability services. Experience with testing center operations, including software systems, policy development, and high‑stakes exam environments. Experience with data systems, case management tools, and assessment practices. Experience with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. Overtime Status: Exempt – Not eligible for overtime. Appointment Type: Regular. Salary: $75,000 – $85,000. Hours per week: 40. Review Date: 06/30/2026. Additional Information: The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands‑on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem‑solvers. A comprehensive land‑grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. 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