Administrator, ADA

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Business, or Public Administration, plus five (5) years of experience in Finance, Human Resources, Program Administration, Labor Relations, or Public Administration, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
The Office of Equity & Inclusion is hiring an Administrator ADA . This new position will be responsible for facilitating the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ) Title II complaint and grievance process and will collaborate with departments, community, and residents to ensure compliance. In addition, this position will collect, analyze, and present data measuring the City’s progress in incorporating ADA compliance throughout the organization.

The ADA Coordinator will also be expected to have knowledge and experience working with Title VI. There will be likely be cases where Title VI and ADA intersect in terms of program coordination as well as investigations. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Assisting program personnel to correct discriminatory practices or policies found through self‐monitoring and review activities.
• Being the focal point for monitoring of programs and/or activities receiving federal financial assistance including development of an Implementation Plan (similar to ADA Implementation Plan).
• Ensuring that nondiscrimination requirements are included in policy directives and that the procedures used have built in safeguards to prevent discrimination.
• Implementation of procedures for the prompt processing of Title VI external discrimination complaints.
• Efforts to coordinate the development and implementation of nondiscrimination training program for city employees.
• Developing non-discrimination information for public dissemination, and where appropriate, in languages other than English.

The Office of Equity & Inclusion enforces local fair employment and fair housing ordinances under contract with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD ). The Office leads the equity assessment process and provides consultation to identify and address current and emerging equity and inclusion issues, guiding departments in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, practices, and programs addressing their impacts on equity.

The Office works strategically to promote visibility, transparency, accountability, and responsibility, with the primary goal of ensuring fair treatment for all individuals in the areas of Employment, Housing, Fair Chance, Title VI, Title II, Veteran Services and Public Accommodations.

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• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
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• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

Benefits:

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.
Pay Range
$35.50 - $45.27 per hour. Commensurate with experience.
Hours
Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telework opportunities may be available for a hybrid schedule based on business needs.

Job Close Date 05/15/2025 Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 500, Austin, TX 78704 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Extensive knowledge and expertise of the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), particularly Title II, and related federal, state, and local disability rights laws and regulations.
• Policy experience related to Title II of the ADA , accessibility plans, and compliance strategies.
• Experience administering or facilitating ADA compliance programs within a government, nonprofit, or public service organization.
• Skilled in engaging with diverse communities and stakeholders, including individuals with disabilities, advocacy groups, and government officials.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Serves as in-house resource to departments, Council, and staff on all issues related to major area of administration (e.g. ADA ) Acts as community liaison to city commissions. Monitors City compliance with City, State, and Federal laws by conducting audits, on-site visits, and surveys of all City departments. Develops and implements education and training programs to make City staff aware of and sensitive to issues in areas such as ADA . Is responsible for investigating citizen complaints. Studies existing and new employment legislation and Federal, State and Local Legal Requirements; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions. Researches.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, Local laws, and ordinances governing personnel and employment practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to provide leadership and integrity within the Human Resources Department and throughout City departments.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to participate in continuing education to stay current on technical and professional knowledge.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position include graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Business, or Public Administration, plus five (5) years of experience in Finance, Human Resources, Program Administration, Labor Relations, or Public Administration, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position will focus on Title II of the ADA. Please describe your experience with Title II of the ADA.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your policy experience related to Title II of the ADA, accessibility plans, and compliance strategies.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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