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Director of FP&A roles are accessible on OPT, but employers expect candidates who can lead financial planning cycles from day one. Most positions require STEM-adjacent business degrees, and your 12- or 24-month OPT window gives you real time to demonstrate the strategic finance leadership these roles demand.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Assistant Director of Accommodations and Accessibility
Reports to: Director of Student Academic Success – with oversight from Director of Residence Life
Supervises: N/A
Primary function: The Assistant Director of Accommodations and Accessibility supports the college’s commitment to equitable access by overseeing the coordination and implementation of academic, housing, and programmatic accommodations for students with disabilities. This position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, supervises staff as assigned, supports complex accommodation cases, and collaborates with campus partners to foster an inclusive and accessible learning environment.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred, in higher education, student affairs, rehabilitation counseling, social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in disability or accessibility services; Demonstrated knowledge of ADA and Section 504 compliance in higher education; Experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities.
This position requires the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts institution.
Essential duties:
Accommodations & Case Management:
- Coordinate and determine reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities in accordance with the ADA, Section 504, and institutional policies
- Manage a caseload of students with accommodation needs
- Review disability documentation and engage in the interactive process with students
- Coordinate academic, testing, housing, dining, and programmatic accommodations
- Maintain confidential student records and case notes within the student management system
Compliance & Policy:
- Support institutional compliance with federal and state disability laws and regulations
- Interpret and apply disability-related policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Assist with grievance resolution and accommodation appeals
- Participate in compliance reviews and audits as needed
Collaboration & Consultation:
- Serve as a consultant to faculty and staff regarding access, accommodations, and inclusive practices
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Residence Life, Wellness Center, IT, and Admission
- Provide guidance on accessibility for programs, events, classrooms, and course materials
Outreach, Training, & Education:
- Develop and facilitate training on disability awareness and inclusive practices
- Support student education related to self-advocacy and use of accommodations
- Contribute to campus-wide accessibility initiatives and strategic planning
Assessment & Continuous Improvement:
- Collect and analyze data related to accommodation usage and student outcomes
- Assist with program assessment, annual reporting, and continuous improvement
- Stay current with legal updates and professional standards in disability services
Special challenges and environment: This position may require occasional evening and weekend commitments related to campus programming and student needs.
This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is provided as a general statement of the nature and duties of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other assignments of a similar nature, or related to the effective operation of the department, or as a developmental experience, as assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances.
Position Title: Assistant Director of Accommodations and Accessibility
Reports to: Director of Student Academic Success – with oversight from Director of Residence Life
Supervises: N/A
Primary function: The Assistant Director of Accommodations and Accessibility supports the college’s commitment to equitable access by overseeing the coordination and implementation of academic, housing, and programmatic accommodations for students with disabilities. This position ensures compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, supervises staff as assigned, supports complex accommodation cases, and collaborates with campus partners to foster an inclusive and accessible learning environment.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred, in higher education, student affairs, rehabilitation counseling, social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in disability or accessibility services; Demonstrated knowledge of ADA and Section 504 compliance in higher education; Experience working with students with a wide range of disabilities.
This position requires the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts institution.
Essential duties:
Accommodations & Case Management:
- Coordinate and determine reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities in accordance with the ADA, Section 504, and institutional policies
- Manage a caseload of students with accommodation needs
- Review disability documentation and engage in the interactive process with students
- Coordinate academic, testing, housing, dining, and programmatic accommodations
- Maintain confidential student records and case notes within the student management system
Compliance & Policy:
- Support institutional compliance with federal and state disability laws and regulations
- Interpret and apply disability-related policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Assist with grievance resolution and accommodation appeals
- Participate in compliance reviews and audits as needed
Collaboration & Consultation:
- Serve as a consultant to faculty and staff regarding access, accommodations, and inclusive practices
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Residence Life, Wellness Center, IT, and Admission
- Provide guidance on accessibility for programs, events, classrooms, and course materials
Outreach, Training, & Education:
- Develop and facilitate training on disability awareness and inclusive practices
- Support student education related to self-advocacy and use of accommodations
- Contribute to campus-wide accessibility initiatives and strategic planning
Assessment & Continuous Improvement:
- Collect and analyze data related to accommodation usage and student outcomes
- Assist with program assessment, annual reporting, and continuous improvement
- Stay current with legal updates and professional standards in disability services
Special challenges and environment: This position may require occasional evening and weekend commitments related to campus programming and student needs.
This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is provided as a general statement of the nature and duties of the position. The incumbent may be asked to perform other assignments of a similar nature, or related to the effective operation of the department, or as a developmental experience, as assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Director Of Fp A
Target companies with established finance leadership pipelines
Large corporations and high-growth tech firms are far more likely to sponsor FP&A directors long-term. They have dedicated HR and legal teams that understand OPT timelines and can move efficiently toward H-1B visa sponsorship when your authorization window closes.
Emphasize your OPT authorization window upfront
Hiring managers for director-level roles want clarity on timelines before investing in a lengthy process. Stating your exact OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early removes uncertainty and signals that you understand how work authorization affects the hiring timeline.
Quantify the financial impact of your FP&A work
Directors are hired to move numbers, not manage spreadsheets. Lead every resume bullet with measurable outcomes: forecast accuracy improvements, variance reductions, or budget cycles you owned. Concrete results reduce perceived visa risk by making your contribution undeniable to hiring committees.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
A finance or business analytics degree from a STEM-designated program extends your OPT to 36 months total. That additional time significantly improves your negotiating position with employers, giving them a longer runway to file an H-1B petition before your status expires.
Position yourself for the H-1B specialty occupation threshold
Director of FP&A roles consistently qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require advanced financial modeling, strategic analysis, and typically a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, or economics. Framing your role accurately in conversations helps employers understand sponsorship is straightforward.
Build relationships with CFOs and finance leaders before applying
Director-level hires often come through internal referrals or trusted networks. Engaging CFOs and VPs of Finance through professional associations or alumni events before you apply builds credibility that overcomes visa hesitation more effectively than a cold application alone.
Director Of Fp A OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Director of FP&A on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes F-1 students to work in roles directly related to their field of study, and Director of FP&A positions qualify under finance, business, or economics degrees. Your Employment Authorization Document covers full-time employment, so you can take on a director-level role without restrictions on seniority or scope.
Do Director of FP&A employers typically sponsor visas after OPT?
Many do, particularly mid-size and large companies with structured finance teams. Director of FP&A roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require specialized financial expertise. Companies that hire at the director level generally have the legal infrastructure to support sponsorship, though willingness varies by employer and budget cycle timing.
How do I find Director of FP&A jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by visa sponsorship willingness. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that an employer won't work with OPT candidates. Director-level finance roles on the platform are verified for sponsorship openness.
Does a STEM OPT extension apply to Director of FP&A roles?
It depends on your degree's CIP code. Finance and business analytics programs at many universities carry STEM-designated CIP codes, which qualify graduates for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond the initial 12 months. If your program qualifies, you'll have 36 months total to work in a Director of FP&A role while pursuing H-1B sponsorship.
What should I include in my resume to improve my chances in Director of FP&A hiring?
Focus on quantified outcomes from financial planning cycles you've led or contributed to: forecast accuracy rates, variance analysis results, budget sizes managed, and cross-functional projects you drove. At the director level, employers are evaluating strategic judgment and leadership, not just technical modeling skills. Listing your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility clearly also helps move conversations forward faster.