[rehab] City OF SEATTLE Dept. of Transportation Title II ADA Coordinator job announcement

[Nightingale, Noel]

Link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/seattle/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=969106

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CITY OF SEATTLE
SDOT Title II ADA Coordinator (SA2-GG)
Salary: $37.87 - $56.82 Hourly

Location: Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, Washington
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: Seattle Department of Transportation
Bargaining Unit: Not represented
Closing Date 10/28/14 04:00 PM Pacific Time

Position Description:

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is a recognized leader in the delivery of pedestrian safety and accessible improvements for the City of Seattle and seeking qualified individuals to join our team!



At this time SDOT is seeking an experienced, creative team member to serve as SDOT's Title II ADA Coordinator. This knowledgeable and self-motivated individual will lead SDOT in the implementation of and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504).



This key role will be responsible for coordinating and leading the development of policies, design guidelines, and setting milestones for achieving ADA and Section 504 compliance in our Public Right-of-Way. This position will report to the SDOT Director's Office, and will be a key member of the SDOT Leadership Team. The incumbent will play an essential role in shaping strategic direction, developing grant and City budget requests, coordinating compliance throughout the Department, working with other City Department ADA coordinators, and supporting the implementation of accessible improvements throughout the City. Position will support departmental goals in promoting diversity, race, and social justice.


Job Responsibilities:

Technical

§   Preparing Technical Design Memorandum and Client Assistance Memos for highly complex engineering design elements related to ADA and Section 504 compliance.

§   Providing technical guidance for the 2015 Right-of-Way Improvement Manual (ROWIM) update.

§   Reviewing Capital Improvement Project Plans and verifying ADA and Section 504 compliant design.

§   Serve as a resident expert for current and proposed standards for accessibility of the pedestrian Right-of-Way.



Project Management

§   Leading the SDOT ADA Committee through preparing meeting agendas and minutes.

§   Leading the development and completion of an ADA Self-Evaluation for infrastructure in the Public Right-of-Way, and

§   Leading the development and completion of an ADA Transition Plan.



Coordination and Outreach

§   Serve as the Department's point of contact for citizen inquiries, regular briefings for SDOT Division Directors and Department Director.

§   Coordination with WSDOT Highway Local Programs & local FHWA representatives and coordination with US Access Board members.

§   Briefings and presentations to Seattle's Pedestrian Advisory Board and Commission for People with Disabilities, and

§   Serves as SDOT's point of contact for the Seattle City Attorney's Office.



Training and Continuing Education

§   Leading internal workshops and training on compliance with and current interpretations of the ADA, Section 504, and applicable federal and state regulations, standards, and design guidelines.

§   Organizing external training opportunities such as webinars; and attending external training to remain aware and current with compliance with and current interpretations of the ADA, Section 504, and applicable federal and state regulations, standards, and design guidelines.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

§  The equivalent of a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Public Policy, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology; or related field.

§   Five years of professional experience successfully developing policy and best practices and providing technical expertise in ADA issues in the City's Right-of-Way including; In-depth knowledge of ADA and Section 504 Law, Standards, and Design Guidance as they apply to the Public Right-of-Way.

§   Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.


Additional Information:

Desired Qualifications

§   Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Architecture, or Law.

§   First-hand experience with the challenges associated with negotiating the Public Right-of-Way.

§   Completion of ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP).

§   Project Management experience.

§   Facilitation, negotiation, decision-making, conflict resolution skills.

§   Previous experience in developing and completing ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plans.

§   Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures related to Title II of ADA, and the adopted Design Standards and Design Guidance, and Section 504.

§   Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

§   Ability to facilitate resolutions of public complaints relative to ADA and Section 504, as well as experience working with people with disabilities as important stakeholders.

§   Multilingual ability a plus.



How to Apply

To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity, the following items are required to be considered for this position:



1. Completed NEO-GOV online (or paper) application.

2. Supplemental questionnaire responses.

3. A cover letter AND résumé.



Note: Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including completion of a background check which includes criminal history and a driving history review.




To learn more about Seattle Department of Transportation, visit our webpage.


http://www.seattle.gov/jobs
SDOT TITLE II ADA COORDINATOR (SA2-GG)
JK APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
Job #2014-01023

If you are unable to apply on-line you may submit a paper application by the closing date to our office.

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5400
Seattle, WA 98104
206-684-8088
Careers at seattle.gov<mailto:Careers at seattle.gov>

The City of Seattle is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Accommodations for people with disabilities are provided on request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace.

SDOT Title II ADA Coordinator (SA2-GG) Supplemental Questionnaire

* 1. Describe your knowledge of ADA and Section 504 Law, Standards, and Design Guidance as they apply to the Public Right-of-Way.



* 2. Describe your project management experience.



* 3. Describe your conflict resolution skills.



* Required Question