Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the day before the listed closing date.

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Compensation Range

Salary Minimum

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Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Make an Impact at Dallas College

Dallas College is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to help ensure an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment for all students. In this role, you will serve as a key resource for disability compliance, accessibility services, and age discrimination complaint processes, helping students and employees navigate complex situations with professionalism, empathy, and integrity.

As a trusted partner across the college, you will collaborate with stakeholders throughout the organization to promote compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable regulations. Your work will directly support Dallas College's mission of transforming lives and strengthening communities through education.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a primary resource for escalated student accommodation concerns and disability-related compliance matters.
• Partner with Accessibility Services to support equitable access and ensure compliance with ADA and Section 504 requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with teams across the college, including Accessibility Services, Human Resources, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Academic Compliance.
• Review policies, procedures, and practices related to student accommodations and recommend enhancements to align with legal requirements and best practices.
• Develop and manage the intake process for age discrimination claims and collaborate with Human Resources on case resolution and process improvements.
• Deliver training and educational programs that promote awareness of disability inclusion, accessibility, and compliance requirements.
• Analyze accommodation and complaint data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and enhance the student and employee experience.
• Conduct quarterly and annual reviews of escalated complaints and provide recommendations to strengthen programs and services.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive student and employee information.
• Support initiatives, committees, or student organizations that promote accessibility, disability awareness, and inclusive practices across the college.

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504, accessibility practices, and compliance principles within education, human resources, or related environments.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interpret regulations, policies, and procedures and apply them to complex situations.
• Experience analyzing data and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to train and educate diverse audiences.
• Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student success.

Position / Job Summary

The Compliance Specialist applies current regulations and best practices in the resolution of escalated compliance complaints and coordinated services for students with disabilities and accessibility needs, as defined under the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the l973 Rehabilitation Act for Dallas College.  The Compliance Specialist serves as the primary liaison with Accessibility Services, the primary intake of Age Discrimination in Employment Act claims, state and federal regulations and as a resource to Dallas College campuses. This role plays a vital part in advancing the college’s commitment to transforming lives and communities through higher education by maintaining equity and compliance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitates resolution between the institution and students with escalated Accessibility Services accommodation issues and ADA and Section 504 compliance programs.
• Establishes and maintains collegial and programmatic relationships with Accessibility Services, Student Rights and Responsibilities, Academic Compliance and Human Resources.
• Reviews and make recommendations, as required, on published policies, procedures and protocols on student accommodation, ensuring policies are consistent with legal mandates related to disability in higher education settings.
• Provides training, professional development, and serves as a resource to all campus constituencies regarding sensitivity to disabilities and emerging trends in accommodation rights and services.
• Develop, implement and maintain intake process of age discrimination claims and collaborate with Human Resources to identify process improvement and resolution opportunities.
• Collects, analyzes, and uses data on accommodation requests and best practices to inform and improve services to support student success.
• Collaborates with Accessibility Services to review and analyze data, identify trends, and recommend modifications to practices and protocols that improve student-centered practice.
• Conducts quarterly and end-of-year evaluation of escalated complaints to assess the areas of concern and provide improvement recommendations.
• Assures the highest level of confidentiality for all service providers, which reflects the privacy rights of all students registered with Accessibility Services and employees.
• May serve as advisor to student organizations which promote institution-wide understanding of disability issues.

• Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.
• All employees are required to complete a minimum of 19 hours.
• People leaders are required an additional 16 hours of leadership development.

• Perform other duties not listed as assigned.

The following duties are required for People Leader roles specifically:

• Exercises full discretion and decision-making authority in the recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring,  coaching, development & termination of staff, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.
• Drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

Minimum and Preferred – Education, Experience, and/or Certifications

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Human Resources, Social Work or related field  
• Four (4) years of professional and supervisory experience in Education, Higher Education, Human Resources, Compliance or Vocational Rehabilitation
• School/Education Transcripts

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Public Administration, Human Resources, Social Work or related field
• Six (6) years of professional and supervisory experience in Education, Higher Education, Human Resources, Compliance or Vocational Rehabilitation
• Special Education, Human Resources
• School/Education Transcripts
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• American with Disability Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Communication, Survey, Generative AI and Data Analytics
• Public Speaking and Presentations, Facilitator Training, Data collection and Report writing, Monitor compliance deadlines
• create, develop and implement processes and procedures for efficiency in reporting and resolution of related claims, maintain escalated accessibility complaints and age discrimination databases for review and publication.

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Higher Education Accommodations, Special Education
• Student and Faculty Training on Disability Integration in the Classroom, Conflict Resolution in Higher Education
• Strong Interpersonal Communication, Strong Conflict Resolution and Training

Competencies

Dallas College seeks to identify core and professional competencies for each role and level which helps define the level of expertise needed and desired to demonstrate success in the role. 

List the core competencies required for success in this role. These should reflect observable behaviors, skills, and attributes that align with the responsibilities of the position. Consider including both technical and interpersonal competencies.

• [Individual Contributor Competency 1] Collaborates
• [Individual Contributor Competency 2] Communicates Effectively
• [Individual Contributor Competency 3] Solution Orented
• [Individual Contributor Competency 4] Adaptable
• [Individual Contributor Competency 5] Accountable

Work Condition Environment / Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.  We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. 

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