Dean, Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS)

Napa Valley College 

Dean, Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS)

Salary: See Position Description

Job Number: 2020-00022

Closing Date: 2/5/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

Complete job description and application available online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/napavalley/jobs/2918929/dean-disability-support-programs-and-services-dsps

DESCRIPTION

Napa Valley College is seeking a Dean of Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) with demonstrated administrative skills to join an outstanding team of faculty, staff, and administrators to provide high quality programs and services to our district, our community, and most importantly, our students. DSPS provides educational services and access for students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework or life-long learning at Napa Valley College. A variety of programs and services are available which afford students with disabilities, the opportunity to participate fully in academic programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations and to maximize and simplify students' opportunities for success.   

The Dean of DSPS is responsible for directing specialized education programs and services; directing and managing the Testing Center; providing information and serving as a resource to others; and achieving defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines. 

The position reports to the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Student Affairs.

This is a full-time, 12-months-per-year, classified administrative position.  The salary is at an appropriate placement on Range 18 of the current Administrative/Confidential salary schedule.  Initial salary placement is $7,752 to $8,547/month, with future steps up to $10,908/month.  Placement on the salary schedule is commensurate with experience.  The college offers a fringe benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, employee assistance program, and retirement system membership. Assignment includes 19 paid holidays, 22 vacation days, and 12 days sick leave annually.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with internal and external personnel (e.g. other administrators, faculty, staff, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs for students with disabilities ensuring equal access.

• Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. staff, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with federal, state and district policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components.

• Manages and coordinates program components, support needs and materials, the Testing Center (e.g. ensuring eligibility and case note documentation management, staff training, Adaptive Physical Education support, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services, which conform to established guidelines, and federal and state regulations.

• Directs day-to-day department operations, the maintenance of services, and the implementation of new programs and/or processes for the purpose of providing services for students with disabilities within established timeframes and in compliance with federal, state and district requirements.

• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.

• Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars as a participant or facilitator (e.g. advisory committees, staff meetings, in-service trainings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and/or supporting services for individuals with disabilities; acting as a representative of NVC.

• Participates in developing a variety of long-term and short-term plans and budgetary items (e.g. budgets, instructional strategies, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services, materials and supplies in accordance with district guidelines and goals.

• Performs personnel functions (e.g. interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and achieving objectives within budget.

• Prepares a wide variety of often-complex materials (e.g. plans, budgets, grant & funding requests, reports, analyses, recommendations, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, providing audit references, securing additional funding for necessary services.

• Researches a variety of topics (e.g. relevant policies, new federal and state statutes, staffing requirements, financial resources, etc.) for the purpose of developing new programs/services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, securing general information and/or responding to requests.

• Responds to inquiries and acts as a resource for staff related to the provision of services for the purpose of identifying the relevant issues and providing information on compliance with federal and state regulations for providing adequate services for students with disabilities.

• Serves as the district compliance officer for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for the purpose of ensuring that all federal and state regulations are followed in providing services and accommodations for students with disabilities.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.