ADA Coordinator - Risk Management - Administration - 1

Brazos County, TX•Bryan, TX

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About The Position

The ADA Coordinator under the direction of the Risk Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with Title II of the American Disabilities Act (ADA); Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other related federal, state, and local disability rights laws. The coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for citizens seeking accommodation and provides guidance and training to departments on disability access, reasonable accommodation, and inclusive practices for citizens to be able to participate in all County programs. This role promotes an accessible and equitable environment for individuals with disabilities. Consults with various county offices to give and receive feedback during the phases of the evaluation and transition plan as required under Title II of ADA.

Requirements

High School Diploma and Four (4) years' experience in developing and implementing accessibility-based compliance and accommodation programs mandated by federal and State laws, including ADA.
Two (2) years' experience of ADA related experience or equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must have a valid Texas driver's license, with a driving record acceptable to Brazos County.
41 training credits through the ADA Certification Program through ACTCP to be completed within one (1) year of hire date.
Knowledge of: ADA, ADAAG, and TAS; construction, equipment, and work station modifications which may be used to provide accessibility and reasonable accommodation to the public; project management; principles and practices of training and program evaluation; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products.
Skill/Ability to: facilitate the resolutions of public grievances and complaints relative to ADA; negotiate; train; complete projects on time and within budget; operate personal computer using standard Office operating software and general office equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; make mathematical computations; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
Pass a Criminal Background Check.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public or business administration, construction technology, or a related field; and four (4) years' experience in developing and implementing accessibility-based compliance and accommodation programs mandated by federal and State laws, including ADA; and 2 years' experience working for a governmental entity. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Four (4) years or more years' experience in ADA compliance, accessibility planning, or a related area.
ADA Coordinator Certification through ACTCP or other accredited certification related to Americans with Disabilities.

Responsibilities

Develop a formal Transition Plan to include conducting comprehensive evaluations of county facilities and programs to identify accessibility barriers.
Develop and implement formal transition plans with concrete timelines to address identified issues.
Ensure county programs, services, and activities comply with ADA and related regulations.
Work closely with various county departments (e.g., HR, Facilities, Legal, IT, Project Management, Courts) to ensure accessibility in facilities, digital content, and programs.
Coordinate the interactive process for evaluating and implementing reasonable accommodations for citizens.
Review and respond to accommodation requests in a timely and confidential manner.
Provide training and consultation to staff, faculty, management, and stakeholders on disability inclusion and ADA responsibilities.
Maintain thorough documentation of all ADA-related processes, decisions, and communications.
Develop and update ADA policies and procedures as needed.
Investigate and resolve complaints related to ADA compliance or disability-based discrimination.
Stay informed of changes in ADA regulations, best practices, and case law; update internal policies accordingly.
Review plans for county construction projects to ensure ADA accessibility compliance.
Attend seminars and training concerning public entity obligations under Title II of the ADA, the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), and the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS).
Hold public meetings and correspond with citizens for citizen involvement and citizen feedback.
Conduct regular audits and assessments of organizational compliance with ADA standards