[blindlaw] FW: Disability Compliance Administrator The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh

[Nightingale, Noel]

From: CMPDL's Disability Discussion Docket (3D) [mailto:CMPDL-3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG] On Behalf Of Lissner, Scott
Sent: Monday, March 14, 2011 8:41 AM
To: CMPDL-3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG
Subject: FW: Disability Compliance Administrator The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh


Of possible interest:

Disability Compliance Administrator

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Position Summary
The Disability Compliance Administrator (DCA) is responsible for coordinating all compliance activities associated with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, including implementation of an administrative plan, coordination of agency wide activities, and submission of all reports, records and work plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The ideal Disability Compliance Administrator plans, develops, implements and administers a comprehensive ADA compliance program for HACP by developing and implementing policies and procedures involving disability requirements and responsibilities, establishing and enforcing compliance standards, investigating complaints, consulting with HACP administrators, staff, vendors, residents, and contractors on compliance issues and their resolution, and in educating all constituencies on the rights of persons with disabilities. To accomplish this task the DCA must:

·   Plan, develop, implement, and administer a comprehensive ADA compliance program.

·   Understand, interpret and apply applicable laws, policies and precedents.

·   Compile data and analyze situations; translate findings into clear, concise recommendations; meet important deadlines.

·   Facilitate the resolutions of employee grievances and public complaints related to ADA compliance.

·   Design and manage effective control, information, and documentation systems.

·   Work independently on complex assignments.

·   Use sound judgment and personal initiative.

·   Maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice.

·   Monitor and control confidentiality of information according to the standards of the Privacy Act.

·   Effectively communicate complex information, verbally and in writing.

·   Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of HACP personnel, ADA advocates, regulatory agency representatives, business associates, and the public.

·   Coordinate all compliance activities.

·   Meet with department heads and their staff to review, and modify if necessary, HACP policies and procedures that impact residents and the general public.

·   Work with departmental leadership in adjusting practices to maximize positive impact on persons with disabilities in all HACP housing programs, non-housing programs, and supporting services and activities.

·   Collect information from all HACP Departments to monitor their performance and report to HUD and the HACP Executive Director.

·   Conduct scheduled and unscheduled site visits and perform planned and ad hoc audits of practices.

·   Coordinate activities of all HACP personnel who will assist in implementation of the Reasonable Accommodation policy.

·   Conduct meetings and informational discussions with individuals and groups within HACP and with the larger community to enhance levels of understanding and analysis of options.

·   Ensure that required milestones are met and that HACP meets all deadlines and requirements of the regulations and policies.

·   With and through the Section 504/ADA Coordinator, gather information, prepare and/or review reports and develop action plans for compliance with the Reasonable Accommodation regulations.

·   Utilize the Section 504/ADA Coordinator to assist in daily review and compliance activities.

·   Where necessary, resolve conflicts between departments or between a department manager and the Section 504/ADA Coordinator.

·   Establish a system of data reporting/collection/tracking that allows for measurement of HACP’s overall progress and success on implementation items.

·   Participate in the preparation, communication, training on and implementation of an approved Comprehensive Reasonable Accommodation Policy and associated policies and procedures.

·   Analyze data, prepare and submit reports and records, and implement continual quality improvement directives.

·   Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, semi annual and annual reports as required and as determined by sound business practices.

·   Implement adjustments to plans, policies and practices to assure success in meeting compliance requirements and organizational goals and objectives.

·   Perform other duties and assume responsibility for assuring the accomplishment of HACP’s  goals, objectives and commitments related to providing accessible housing.
Qualifications & Experience

·   Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Management or related field with 5 years’ experience required.

·   Knowledge of the rules, regulations, laws and practices on accessibility to persons with disabilities, such as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, the Architectural Barriers Act, the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (“UFAS”) requirements and regulations implementing those statutes and applicable accessibility standards.

·   Experience in providing leadership and providing services to persons with disabilities desirable.  Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.

·   Excellent analytical skills required.

·    Excellent organizational skills and ability to motivate others required.

·   Knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this exceptional opportunity, please submit a detailed resume immediately to:

Shana Richardson
Gans, Gans & Associates
7445 Quail Meadow Road, Plant City, FL 33565
Phone: (813) 986-4441
Cell: (813)708-3765
Fax: (813) 986-4775
E-mail: shana at gansgans.com

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