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Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Director, Disabled Student Programs And Services (Dsps)

Position Number: 7063159
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Disability Services

Director, Disabled Student Programs And Services (Dsps)

R-02594
San Diego County - Cuyamaca College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: DSPS

Months worked out of the Year: 12 months

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary Range:
Range: M-6: $103,538 (Step A), $107,680 (Step B), $111,988 (Step C) Annually
Based on experience

Doctoral Bonus: An employee with an earned doctorate from an accredited collegiate institution will receive a $2,000 annual doctoral stipend. Any additional earned doctorate will not be eligible for additional amounts.

Anticipated Start Date: July 2026

Job Description

About Us:

Cuyamaca College is a public, two-year community college located in east San Diego County, California. Annually, the College serves over 11,000 students who come from diverse backgrounds. Cuyamaca College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and is home to the only Kumeyaay Studies program in California. As a leader in innovation and accelerated, culturally-responsive approaches to education, Cuyamaca College prepares students for successful transfer to four-year universities, entry into the workforce, and advancement in their careers.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Student Services and Special Programs, the Director, Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) oversees accommodations and services for students with disabilities, manages program budgets, and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. This role promotes accessibility and professional development across campus, leads professional development, and serves as the campus lead for deaf and hard of hearing services for DSPS students. The Director is responsible for coordinating and organizing the DSPS Office and High-Tech Center (HTC), including scheduling and reviewing office activities. Additionally, the position supervises and evaluates assigned staff to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision, and coordination for the DSPS office and HTC.
Support the coordination of accommodations and services for students with disabilities-including interpreting, captioning, note-taking, alternate media, assistive technology, and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) support services.
Supervise and evaluate classified professionals and student workers.
Monitor and administer DSPS and HTC budgets in compliance with district and state categorical funding guidelines.
Ensure compliance with Title 5, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws and regulations.
In collaboration with faculty and other administrators, develop and implement department policies, procedures, and protocols that support accessible, inclusive, and student-centered practices.
Serve as the campus lead for DHH efforts, overseeing the fulfillment of accommodation requests for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Coordinate the DSPS Advisory Committee, including planning meetings and maintaining committee membership per Title 5.
Collaborate with departments across the college to promote accessibility and universal design in instruction, student services, and technology.
Support the coordination of DSPS faculty and staff in the implementation of approved accommodations and provide consultation on DSPS related matters.
Participate in institutional planning, program review, and Student Learning Outcomes/Service Area Outcomes (SLO/SAO) development and assessment.
Lead professional development efforts for classified professionals and managers related to disability services and accessibility.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

Participate in relevant local, regional, and statewide DSPS and accessibility-related initiatives and meetings.
Assist in the preparation of state and federal reports including Management Information Systems (MIS) and categorical reports.
Represent the department and college at community outreach events and professional conferences.
Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree in a category of disability, special education, education, psychology, educational psychology or rehabilitation counseling.

Must meet with the minimum qualifications for a DSPS Coordinator (pursuant to Title 5, Section 56048):

a) Persons employed pursuant to this subchapter as counselors or instructors of students with disabilities shall meet minimum qualifications set forth in Section 53414 of Subchapter 4 of Chapter 4 of this division;

b) Each district receiving funds pursuant to this subchapter shall designate a DSPS Coordinator for each college in the district. For the purpose of this section, the Coordinator is defined as that individual who has responsibility for the day-to-day operation of DSPS. The designated Coordinator must meet the minimum qualifications for a DSPS counselor or instructor set forth in Section 53414(a) through (d) or meet the minimum qualifications for an educational administrator set forth in Section 53420 and, in addition, have two (2) years full-time experience or the equivalent within the last four (4) years in one or more of the following fields:

instruction or counseling or both in a higher education program for students with disabilities;
administration of a program for students with disabilities in an institution of higher education;
teaching, counseling, or administration in secondary education, working predominantly or exclusively in programs for students with disabilities; or
administrative or supervisory experience in industry, government, public agencies, the military, or private social welfare organizations, in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively related to persons with disabilities.

c)Districts receiving funding pursuant to this subchapter may also employ classified and/or paraprofessional support staff. Support staff shall function under the direction of a DSPS counselor, instructor, or Coordinator as appropriate for the support services or instruction being provided.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Current laws and regulations affecting students with disabilities (ADA, Sections 504/508, Title 5, etc.)
Best practices in accessibility, accommodation, and assistive technology.
DSPS funding and reporting requirements.
Student development theory and inclusive practices.
California Community Colleges' initiatives, including those from the Chancellor's Office, Accessibility Center, and Online Education Initiative.

ABILITY TO:

Lead a diverse team with cultural humility and equity-mindedness.
Effectively interpret and apply state and federal regulations.
Develop and implement data-informed strategies to improve program effectiveness.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and student-centered environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Subject to reasonable accommodation review.

This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy indoor office environment.
Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, to reach materials.
Reaching at and above shoulder level for supplies and other equipment.
Gripping to manipulate objects and fine finger dexterity.
Various levels of standing, sitting, and walking.
Hearing and speaking to communicate with intermittent background noise.
Visual acuity to read documents and computer screen.

Additional Information

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A 1 - 2 page cover letter that discusses how your education and experience have prepared you to serve as the Director of DSPS. Please also share your experience in effectively interpreting and applying state and federal regulations in regards to students with disabilities.
A current resume summarizing educational and occupational background, experience, and achievements.
Official or unofficial transcripts verifying degree(s) and/or course work from accredited colleges or universities.

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Center for Water Studies programs.

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