ADA/504 Coordinator

About the role

This position is designated to serve as the ADA/504 Coordinator for the University and its affiliates where the University has an employment or program interest. The ADA/504 Coordinator serves as the institution’s primary compliance officer for disability access under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and related state and federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the University’s designated ADA/504 Coordinator, ensuring institutional compliance with all applicable federal and state disability access laws and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain University-wide policies that support equal access to programs, services, and activities for individuals with disabilities.
• Maintain consistency in standards across the Office of Accessible Education (OAE) and Human Resources ADA Team.
• Lead or coordinate institutional self-evaluations and transition plans required under federal and state law, including audits of facilities, technology, and programs for accessibility.
• Monitor and interpret updates in federal and state disability law and disseminate information to ensure institutional awareness and compliance readiness.

Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of the ADA, ADAAA, Sections 503, 504, and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and relevant California FEHA provisions.
• Knowledge of higher education organizational structures, program delivery, and shared governance systems.
• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards (WCAG) and universal design principles.
• Familiarity with technical or professional conduct standards for a variety of technical and professional academic programs (including social work, law, education, and health professional programs).
• Familiarity with department of labor standards for workplace essential functions, specifically within the industry of post-secondary institutions.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, particularly in fundamental alteration and essential function analyses.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong writing and policy drafting abilities.
• Skill in developing and leading effective training programs.
• Proficiency in data analysis, tracking systems, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality in complex and sensitive matters.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in managing sensitive compliance issues.
• Interpret, apply, and communicate complex legal and regulatory concepts clearly.
• Build effective relationships and collaborate across academic, administrative, and operational units.
• Balance institutional compliance needs with a human-centered approach to access and inclusion.
• Lead projects and teams effectively in a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, social work, public administration, law, or a closely related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in accessibility, compliance, or disability services, or a combination of relevant experience and education.
• Demonstrated experience leading or overseeing ADA/504 compliance programs, including policy development and grievance resolution.
• Familiarity with technical or professional conduct standards for professionally accredited and licensure-based academic programs (e.g., social work, education, health professions).
• Experience with Department of Labor standards and workplace essential function analyses.
• Supervisory Experience Preferred.
• Licensure as a counselor, social worker, psychologist, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor preferred.
• Prior Executive Director-level experience in ADA/504 program administration or related compliance roles preferred.

Skills

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, particularly in fundamental alteration and essential function analyses.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong writing and policy drafting abilities.
• Skill in developing and leading effective training programs.
• Proficiency in data analysis, tracking systems, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality in complex and sensitive matters.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$91,800 - $114,785 / annual; Compensation will be based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

Schedule

Annual