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City of Tempe ADA Accessibility Coordinator in Tempe, Arizona
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[]{#_Hlk508618716}ADA ACCESSIBILITY COORDINATOR
This recruitment is open until the position is filled.
First review of applications will occur on Thursday, April 11, 2024.
Annual Salary Range:
\$64,220 - \$85,734
The ADA Accessibility Coordinator actively supports and upholds the Citys stated mission and values. Coordinates efforts to fulfill city responsibilities related to public accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and federal and state disability related laws, regulations and guidelines, including tracking and resolving complaints; managing the oversight of the citywide ADA Transition Plan and Assessment; implementation of strategic efforts to improve disability social inclusion; serving as a consultant and technical resource to City divisions on ADA compliance and accessibility; and assisting with anti-discrimination investigations related to the citys Anti-discrimination Ordinance
The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Pay Increases occur in July
13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month
Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
Medical Reimbursement Program; \$53/month
Tuition Reimbursement; \$6,000/year
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution
To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:
Employee Benefit Summary
Department / Division:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office
Job Type:
Full-Time Regular
Schedule:
Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Job Number:
RC#902050
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this position is to coordinate public accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III, federal and state disability related laws and regulations, including tracking and resolving complaints, assisting with the citywide ADA Transition Plan and Assessment to improve disability social inclusion; serve as a consultant and technical resource to City departments on ADA compliance and accessibility; and assisting with antidiscrimination investigations related to the citys Anti-discrimination Ordinance.
Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Serves as technical resource and the primary point of contact for ADA related issues, including investigating, tracking and monitoring of ADA complaints.
Manage and develop process and procedures for resolution of complaints from City employees, residents, and businesses regarding City maintained spaces or places of public accommodations in accordance with ADA and other applicable federal and state laws.
Assess and assist with prioritization of accessibility opportunities in public facilities, including the development and review of City design standards and procedures; and monitor aforementioned City projects.
Monitors the citys compliance with related Federal and State regulations.
Prepare annual ADA regulated reports, presents project status to Commission on Disability Concerns, City Council, and/or requests from internal and external stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience:
Requires three (3) years of experience with accessibility policies or Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III compliance, including construction design.
Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicants full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.
Education:
Requires equivalent to a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in in Public Administration, Urban planning, or a degree related to