Ada Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

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.