ADA Coordinator

Job Description:

ADA Coordinator

Description

General

The Facilities ADA Coordinator reports to the Facilities ADA Administrator and is responsible for participating in the implementation, monitoring, and modification of facilities to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) and the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain).

Essential Functions & Duties

• Assist the ADA Administrator in developing and implementing ADA Transition Plan (Self Evaluation) of structural changes to existing facilities, stations, and properties to achieve ADA compliance.
  
• Monitor facility modifications and the maintenance of access features for ADA compliance.
  
• Review and supervise construction projects to ensure work is completed in a safe manner, per code, and within compliance with ADA regulations.
  
• Provide guidance and serve as a liaison to internal stakeholders, public and private agencies, advisory groups, and other external stakeholders in the planning and administration of ADA compliance
  

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Review proposed capital construction projects and plans for ADA standards of accessibility and ensure compliance with District operations; assess potential architectural barriers to accessibility.
  
• Prepare scope of work for contracting documents, research and develop technical specifications, obtain independent cost estimates, and generate project plans and schedules relative to potential grant funding.
  
• Monitor consultant performance on contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
  
• Assist in development of GIS/Database to track existing site conditions and changes for barrier removal.
  
• Prioritize and monitor ADA compliance projects. Coordinate with contractors and vendors to schedule dates and times for completion.
  

• Respond to ADA compliance complaints filed by the public. Oversee investigations of complaints and inquiries. Recommend solutions. Draft formal responses to complaints.
  
• Inspection of District facilities/sites for ADA Compliance and documentation/reports of such findings.
  
• Assist with developing ADA policies and procedures with internal/external stakeholders.
  
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Associates degree or higher in Public Administration, Planning, Construction Management or Facilities Engineering or related experience.
• Four (4) years full-time experience monitoring and evaluating facilities or buildings for ADA compliance.
• Experience with inspecting facilities and reviewing plans for compliance to ADA and CBC Title 24.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ADA Coordinator Training Certification (ACTCP)
• CASp or ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification
• Experience with GIS and database development/management
• Experience with project management is desirable.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Must be proficient in word processing and spreadsheets.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program.The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.
  

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.
  

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.
  

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours).As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.
  

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.
  

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.
  

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County’s professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.
  

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.
  

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.

Closing Date/Time: 1/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$93,547.00 - $140,321.00 Annually