Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $93,900 - Midpoint: $126,800 (Salaried E14)
Department/Organization: 510301 - University Planning
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary: The Director of ADA Building Assessment oversees and coordinates institutional compliance efforts with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Ensures University buildings and spaces provides equal access and opportunities to individuals with disabilities. Leads self-assessment team in conducting comprehensive accessibility assessments across the campus. Develops and implements ADA transition plan in accordance with Title II requirements. Oversees the implementation of accessibility improvements on campus. Coordinates with architects, engineers, construction teams, and other relevant parties to ensure that accessibility standards are met during pre- and post-construction phases.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Architecture and six (6) years of architecture design or assessment experience; OR master's degree in Architecture and four (4) years of architecture design or assessment experience.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
Skills and Knowledge: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, etc.). Ability to perform statistical, comparative data, and trend analysis to make informed decisions and recommendations. Ability to learn training applications and evaluate training tools to facilitate educational initiatives. Excellent coordination skills. Solid understanding of architecture and accessibility principles. Knowledge emerging accessibility trends, regulations, and technologies to ensure continuous improvement in campus accessibility efforts.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Campus Development or a related area. Knowledge of the challenges and best practices in ensuring accessibility on university campuses. Three (3) years of data and trend analysis experience. Proficiency in Revit. Five (5) years of Revit experience. ADA Access Specialist credentialing. Experience leading transition plan progress for an institution of higher education or a major municipality.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
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