Section 504 Coordinator
Section 504 Coordinator
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Section 504 Coordinator performs functions specific to providing oversight for the requirements under state and federal disability discrimination laws, regulations, and guidance in order to advise the Selma Housing Authority (SHA) about proper policies, procedures and practices. The Section 504 Coordinator monitors, implements and assures compliance with state and federal laws prohibiting disability discrimination, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Section 504 Coordinator protects qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of disability.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Continually review and revise the SHA policies and procedures surrounding Section 504.
- Receive, investigate, and respond to all requests and/or complaints from program participants and applicants regarding housing for people with disabilities and fair housing issues.
- Review all requests for reasonable accommodations and modifications.
- Coordinate, monitor and ensure compliance with Section 504.
- Coordinate prevention efforts to avoid Section 504 and ADA violations from occurring.
- Provide training and support to staff regarding Section 504 and the implementation of the Section 504 policies and procedures.
- Investigate complaints alleging violations of Section 504/ADA and/or discrimination based on disability and assist in providing resolution.
- Coordinate eligibility determinations, evaluations, reviews and all meetings for SHA covered under Section 504 in order to meet the required Voluntary Compliance Agreement timelines.
- Maintain Section 504 records and reports and keep the records on file so that they are available if a complaint is filed or if HUD conducts a compliance audit.
- Act as the main contact for all Section 504 responsibilities and individuals covered under Section 504.
- Ensure all SHA employees receive Section 504 trainings and remain compliant.
- Ensure effective communication with applicants, residents, and members of the public regarding the availability of accessible units for eligible individuals with
- Ensure substantial alterations to SHA properties meet the requirements of applicable accessibility standards.
- Make final decisions and/or recommendations regarding policy development and implementation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
