Student Disability Resources Center Program Manager
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Columbia, SC
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Full-Time
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$49K - $56K
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Project Management
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June 24th, 2025
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Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Student Disability Resources Center Program Manager. The role involves managing services and accommodations for students with mental health disabilities, learning disabilities, ADD, and autism, while designing, developing, and administering related policies and programs. The manager evaluates program effectiveness, maintains student records, trains staff, advises university administrators on accommodations, ensures compliance with federal and state laws, and serves as a liaison among campus, parents, and state agencies.
Highlights
Manage services and accommodations for students with mental health disabilities, learning disabilities, ADD, and autism.
Design, develop, and administer policies and programs to support students with disabilities.
Maintain and evaluate student records and program compliance with ADA, Section 504, and FERPA regulations.
Train and supervise graduate assistants, interns, and temporary employees.
Advise Deans, Department Chairs, student organizations, and student leaders on accommodations and conflict resolution.
Serve as liaison between campus, parents, and state agencies.
Required knowledge includes ADA, Section 504, FERPA, assistive technology, student management systems, and MS Office.
Minimum qualification: bachelor's degree in a related field with three or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of certification, education, and experience.
Preferred qualifications: master’s degree in Higher Education, Disability Studies or related areas plus 1–3 years professional experience with students with disabilities in postsecondary settings.
Salary range: $49,396 to $56,000 annually with full-time benefits including health/life insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.
Student Disability Resources Center Program Manager Full Description
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 31, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00368PO25 Job Family | Student Services Job Function | Student Disability Services USC Market Title | Student Disability Services Manager Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/134044 Job Level | M0 - Managerial Business Title (Internal Title) | Student Disability Resources Center Program Manager Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support Department | SAAS Student Disabilities Resource Center State Pay Band | 6 Approved Starting Salary | $49,396 Advertised Salary Range | $49,396 - $56,000 Location of Vacancy | Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Student Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Student Disability Resources Center Program Manager
Are you experienced in working with students of all abilities? Do you enjoy educating people on how best to provide accommodations for our students? Manages services and accommodations for students with mental health disabilities, Learning Disabilities, ADD, and autism. Designs, develops, and administers policies and programs for students with mental health disabilities. Evaluates programs to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations in all areas of academic programs and student life. Maintains student records, compiles data on student progress, trends and usage of services. Trains and supervises graduate assistants, interns, and temporary employees who work with students. Advises Deans, Department Chairs, and other administrators on appropriate accommodations and works to resolve conflicts between students, faculty, and staff. Reviews university policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Advises student organizations on responsibilities for providing accommodations and provides training to student leaders. Serves as liaison between the campus, parents, and other state agencies.
http://www.sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/student_disability_resource_center/index.php Primary Duties:Manages services and accommodations for students with mental health disabilities. reads and interprets medical documentation from physicians and psychiatrists to determine legally mandated accommodations. Coordinates accommodations with faculty and staff. Maintains accurate and current student records, evaluates programs and services, and makes recommendations to ensure that the university is in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Compiles data on student progress, trends, and issues on use of services. Advises student organizations on responsibilities for providing accommodations and provides training to student leaders on providing accommodations. Serves as liaison between the campus, parents, and other state agencies Perks:Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week. Generous paid time off. An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment Our location is next to the iconic UofSC Horseshoe, surrounded by amenities, so you’ll love where you work! Opportunities for professional development. Eligible for enrollment in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Working at a globally recognized, high-impact research university committed to a superior student experience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALBcUSl7ck Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in Higher Education, Disability Studies, Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, Student Affairs, or a related field. 1–3 years of professional experience working with students with disabilities in a postsecondary or related setting. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Working knowledge of ADA, Section 504, and FERPA. Good counseling and communications skills. Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, working knowledge of assistive technology, student management systems and MS Office.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Manages services and accommodations for students with mental health disabilities. reads and interprets medical documentation from physicians and psychiatrists to determine legally mandated accommodations. Coordinates accommodations with faculty and staff. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 50Job Duty | Maintains accurate and current student records, evaluates programs and services, and makes recommendations to ensure that the university is in compliance with state and federal guidelines. Compiles data on student progress, trends, and issues on use of services. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Supervises graduate students, temporary employees, and student workers as assigned. Attend LEAD and/or supervisory classes according to USC policies/guidelines. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Advises student organizations on responsibilities for providing accommodations and provides training to student leaders on providing accommodations. Serves as liaison between the campus, parents, and other state agencies Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Other duties as assigned Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | 07/01/2025 Job Open Date | 05/15/2025 Job Close Date | 07/31/2025 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 31, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/187374 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
Yes
No
* Are you eligible to sit for Certificate of Rehabilitation Counselor exam?
Yes
No
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