Ada Coordinator

The city of Newton is seeking qualified and experienced candidates for the position of ADA Coordinator. The purpose of this position is to work to promote equitable access and inclusive participation for individuals with disabilities in all municipal programs, services, facilities, and activities, while fostering a culture of accessibility across city government. The ADA Coordinator ensures the timely and ongoing compliance of city programs, services, and activities with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as Amended), and applicable federal and state regulations pertaining to accessibility and disability accommodations. The ADA Coordinator is responsible for developing, updating, and coordinating and monitoring the implementation of the city’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, as well as other ADA policies, procedures, and best practices for the city. Works collaboratively with all city departments to support accessibility and ADA compliance across municipal operations, programs, services, facilities, communications, and public engagement efforts. The ADA Coordinator evaluates requests for accommodation and services based on the disability needs of residents and visitors and is responsible for investigating and responding to public ADA-related complaints on behalf of the city. They will also advise the city’s departments, boards and commissions on matters concerning ADA compliance, accessibility, and disability accommodations. This includes coordinating training of city staff to ensure that access for city facilities, programs and services comply with the ADA. The ADA Coordinator performs all other related work as required and directed.