<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Curry College is seeking Director of Neurodiversity Innovation & Employer Partnerships to serve as the for the strategic initiatives of the Neurodiversity Center for Excellence (NCE). This position will be responsible for program development, design, consultative practices, thought leadership in neurodiversity, and workplace inclusion. The ideal candidate will have a background in business and consulting focused on neurodiverse adults, along with expertise in program and product building. They should be a recognized expert in neurodiversity, with experience in inclusive employment practices, universal design for learning (UDL), and supporting neurodivergent individuals in professional settings.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ol> <li>Program Leadership & Development: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Lead the development of strategic programming initiatives for employer training, development, and career coaching programs; </li><li>Design and refine neurodiversity-affirming programming that support inclusive workplace practices; </li><li>Develop content that is adaptable across industries, reinforcing consistent, inclusive practices throughout the employment network. </li></ul> <ol start="2"> <li>Strategic Initiative Development & Implementation: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Serve as the subject matter expert for the Center's strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with best practices in neurodiversity and employment inclusion; </li><li>Partner with the Executive Director on business development activities with partners to include programming, resources, and impact assessment strategies; </li><li>Develop frameworks for neuroinclusive hiring, onboarding, and workplace accommodations in collaboration with employer partners; </li><li>Represent the Center at conferences, workshops, and community engagement events. </li></ul> <ol start="3"> <li>Training & Employer Engagement: </li></ol> <ul> <li>Lead workshops and training sessions for employers, educators, and service providers on neurodivergent workforce inclusion. </li><li>Provide expertise in universal design, assistive technologies, and executive function support in workplace settings. </li><li>Foster relationships with industry leaders and advocacy organizations to advance neurodivergent employment initiatives. </li></ul> <p>Additional Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy. </li><li>Grant Support-Support grant proposals and external funding opportunities related to neurodiversity programming. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Essential Characteristics:</p> <p>Successful performance of this position demands consistent demonstration of the following uncompromised performance characteristics:</p> <ul> <li>Strategic Visionary: Demonstrates a forward-thinking mindset with the ability to translate vision into scalable programs that support neurodivergent individuals across academic and professional settings. </li><li>Innovative Problem-Solver: Excels in identifying gaps and creating inclusive, actionable solutions that address the evolving needs of employers and neurodivergent talent. </li><li>Business Acumen: Brings a solid background in business strategy, consulting, or workforce development with a focus on program and product innovation. </li><li>Thought Leadership in Neurodiversity: Recognized as a leader in the neurodiversity space with a deep understanding of best practices, current research, and the evolving conversation around inclusive employment. </li><li>Collaborative and Consultative: Skilled at building cross-sector partnerships with employers, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Strong relationship-building, influencing, and consensus-building skills are essential. </li><li>Expert Communicator: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences. </li><li>Results-Oriented: Track record of delivering measurable outcomes through program implementation and partnership cultivation. </li><li>Understanding of UDL and Accessibility: Experienced in universal design for learning (UDL), assistive technologies, and creating accessible environments in both academic and workplace contexts. </li><li>Culturally Responsive and Inclusive: Committed to equity and belonging with the ability to build trust and foster empowerment within neurodivergent communities. </li><li>Self-Motivated and Adaptable: Operates with initiative, flexibility, and resilience in a dynamic environment, comfortable managing competing priorities and navigating ambiguity. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>A Master's degree in Psychology, Education, Disability Studies, or a related field with a specialization in neurodiversity. </li><li>7-10 years experience in program development, consulting, or employer engagement related to neurodiverse populations. </li><li>Experience designing and implementing neuroinclusive programs in workplace settings. </li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Psychology, Education, Disability Studies, or a related field with a specialization in neurodiversity. </li><li>Experience working directly with neurodivergent individuals in coaching, career development, or transition programs. </li><li>Background in business development, grant writing, program development and evaluation. </li><li>Familiarity with employer engagement strategies related to disability inclusion. </li></ul> <p>Salary Range:</p> <p>$100,000 to $105,000 annually</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.</p> <p>At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.</p> <p>Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.</p> <p>Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination</p> <p>Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.</p> <p>The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at</p> <p>https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf</p> <p>The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at</p> <p>https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf</p> <p>Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:</p> <p>Ann Coyne, Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance: Office 122, King Academic Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, ann.coyne@curry.edu.</p> <p>Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following:</p> <ul> <li>a cover letter; </li><li>a resume; and; </li><li>a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles. </li></ul> <p>By submitting an application, you are attesting the following:</p> <p>I certify that the facts set forth in this Application for Employment are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I am employed, false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in my dismissal. I authorize the Employer to make an investigation of any of the facts set forth in this application and release the Employer from any liability. The Employer may contact any listed references on this application.</p> <p>I acknowledge and understand that the company is an "at will' employer. Therefore, any employee (regular, temporary, or other type of category employee) may resign at any time, just as the Employer may terminate the employment relationship with any employee at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice to the other party.</p>