ADA Coordinator

Bradley University • Peoria, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ADA Coordinator is a grant-funded, full-time position in Bradley University's Operations department. The Coordinator leads institution-wide efforts to ensure accessibility and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws and regulations concerning individuals with disabilities. In collaboration with partners across campus, the Coordinator provides leadership, guidance, and oversight for disability-related accessibility services and initiatives affecting students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The role oversees disability accessibility-related services provided by university departments and offices, monitors institutional compliance, and serves as the central point of contact for reports of noncompliance, disability-based discrimination, and barriers to access in physical facilities and digital platforms. The Coordinator helps shape institutional policy, promote universal design and inclusion, and ensure the University's legal and ethical obligations to the disability community are met.

The position is on campus, exempt, and scheduled for 40 hours per week as a 12-month appointment. It reports to the Chief Operating Officer and works closely with Academic Affairs, Human Resources, Information Technology, Student Experience, and Facilities. Continuation is contingent upon the availability and renewal of grant funds; the position may be eliminated or modified if funding is reduced, terminated, or ceases. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least five years of recent, progressively responsible experience providing guidance on compliance with the ADA, Section 504, Section 508, and related disability law; higher education or a complex institutional setting is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable federal and state disability legislation, including the ADA, Rehabilitation Act, WCAG 2.0/2.1, and state accessibility regulations, and of the functional impact of a range of disabling conditions.
• Demonstrated experience investigating and resolving noncompliance or discrimination complaints fairly, promptly, and in a legally sound manner.
• Working knowledge of accessibility requirements for physical facilities, including ADA Standards for Accessible Design, and for electronic and information technology, including Section 508 and WCAG.
• Demonstrated ability to lead institutional change and collaborate effectively across academic and administrative units.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex regulatory information to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in a relevant field such as Disability Services, Higher Education Administration, Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Public Administration, or Law.
• Prior experience as an ADA, Section 504, or Section 508 Coordinator, or in a comparable compliance role, at a college or university.
• Knowledge of academic, employment, residential, physical, and technological accommodations in higher education.
• Experience developing or administering an institutional Accessible Technology Plan.
• Experience working with University Planning, Architectural and Engineering Services, or Facilities Management on accessibility-related construction and renovation projects.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups from academically, culturally, and experientially diverse backgrounds.
• Professional certification or training related to ADA compliance, accessibility, or Title IX/civil rights investigations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate institution-wide compliance with the ADA, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and related federal and state disability laws and regulations.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and develop and implement compliance improvement plans with administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Collaborate with university leadership to ensure policies, procedures, and practices meet legal requirements and higher education best practices.
• Serve as the central intake point for ADA-related matters and facilitate communication among university offices with compliance responsibilities.
• Act as the University's primary liaison with relevant state and federal agencies, peer-institution coordinators, and professional associations.
• Establish and support prompt, fair, and equitable processes for resolving disability discrimination, noncompliance, and access-barrier reports and complaints.
• Receive, investigate, and respond to reports of noncompliance, disability discrimination, and denial of access.
• Make or coordinate determinations concerning allegations of disability discrimination and noncompliance, consulting the Office of Legal Affairs or General Counsel as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of disability- and accommodation-related complaints, inquiries, and resolutions.
• Advise on ADA accessibility requirements for buildings, grounds, and facilities, including architectural design, renovations, and new construction.
• Work with University Planning, Architectural and Engineering Services, and Facilities Management to identify, prioritize, and remediate physical access barriers.
• Review construction and renovation plans for conformity with ADA Standards for Accessible Design and applicable state building codes.
• Coordinate periodic accessibility audits of university facilities and maintain a transition plan for identified barriers.
• Develop, recommend, and help implement university-wide disability-related policies and procedures.
• Guide managers, supervisors, and faculty on employment, academic, residential, and other accommodations.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver training and educational programs on disability access, rights, responsibilities, and Universal Design principles.
• Maintain current knowledge of disability-related laws, regulations, and best practices, including the ADA, Sections 504 and 508, FERPA as applicable to disability records, and state disability law.
• Serve on institutional accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion committees and task forces as needed.
• Participate in community, state, and national committees, task forces, and professional networks promoting disability access and compliance.
• Prepare disability-related reports, compliance documentation, and guidance materials for university administration and external agencies.
• Ensure timely filing of legally required compliance reports and develop internal metrics and reports on compliance and accessibility initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's accessibility and compliance mission.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Retirement plan options.
• Tuition Remission program offering higher education cost savings for employees and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager