ADA Compliance Coordinator - University of Wyoming

ADA Compliance Coordinator - University of Wyoming Join Our Campus Community! Thank you for your interest in joining the University of Wyoming. Our community thrives on the contributions of talented and driven individuals who share in our mission, vision, and values. If your expertise and experience align with the goals of our institution, we would be thrilled to hear from you. We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our vibrant campus community today! Why Choose Us? At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include: - Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%. - Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include https://www.uwyo.edu/hr/\_files/docs/employee-benefits/medical-dental-rates-2025.pdf. - Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure. - Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth. - Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources. At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer, please refer to UW's https://www.uwyo.edu/hr/\_files/docs/employee-benefits/benefit-summary.pdf. JOB TITLE: ADA Compliance Coordinator JOB PURPOSE: The ADA/Section 504 Compliance Coordinator serves as the University's designated coordinator for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws related to accessibility, disability accommodations, and nondiscrimination. This position provides institution-wide leadership, coordination, oversight, and consultation to ensure equitable access to university programs, services, activities, facilities, employment, and digital environments for students, employees, visitors, and members of the public. The Coordinator develops, implements, and evaluates institutional policies, procedures, programs, and initiatives that promote accessibility and compliance. The position serves as the University's central resource for disability-related compliance by coordinating accommodation processes; conducting institutional accessibility assessments; developing and delivering education and training programs and collaborating with stakeholders across the University to advance accessibility, inclusion, and compliance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Serve as the University's designated ADA/Section 504 Compliance Coordinator and institutional subject matter expert, providing leadership and oversight for compliance with federal and state disability laws. Advise university leadership on regulatory obligations, institutional risk, accessibility strategies, and compliance-related decision-making affecting students, employees, applicants, visitors, and members of the public. - Lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of institution-wide policies, procedures, and accommodation frameworks to ensure equitable access, mitigate compliance risk, and maintain adherence to applicable legal and regulatory requirements. - Conduct and oversee institutional accessibility assessments, audits, and compliance reviews of physical, programmatic, communication, and digital environments; identify systemic barriers; recommend corrective actions; monitor remediation efforts; and evaluate progr ss toward strategic accessibility and compliance objectives. - Direct and monitor enterprise-wide accessibility initiatives, establishing priorities and driving compliance efforts related to academic programs, employment practices, facilities, events, services, communications, and digital environments to advance accessibility and reduce institutional barriers. - Provide strategic consultation and guidance to faculty, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Facilities Management, Information Technology, and other stakeholders regarding complex accommodation matters, accessibility barriers, compliance obligations, and implementation of universal design and inclusive practices. - Partner with the Equal Opportunity Report and Response (EORR), Human Resources, Disability Support Services (DSS), General Counsel, and other compliance leaders to ensure alignment of ADA/Section 504 practices with broader institutional compliance, civil rights, equity, and risk-management frameworks. - Develop, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive education, training, and outreach initiatives that strengthen institutional understanding of disability inclusion, accessibility requirements, accommodation processes, legal obligations, and emerging best practices. - Lead the University's digital accessibility strategy by establishing institutional compliance expectations, prioritizing remediation efforts, providing consultation regarding accessibility technologies and digital content, and promoting compliance with WCAG, Section 508, and related accessibility standards across websites, software, electronic communications, instructional materials, events, and public-facing digital resources. - Perform other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES: - Analysis/Problem Solving - Attention to detail - Collaboration - Formal Presentation Skills - Strategic Planning - Technical/Professional Knowledge MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field. EXPERIENCE: Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or more of the following areas: - ADA/Section 504 compliance - Disability services and accommodations - Human Resources, including employee accommodations or employee relations - Equal opportunity, civil rights, or regulatory compliance - Accessibility compliance (physical, digital, or programmatic) - Policy administration in higher education, government, healthcare, or a similarly complex organization LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: - ADA Coordinator Certification (ADACC) preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable period following hire Experience Evaluation Experience requirements are evaluated on a full-time equivalent (FTE) basis. Relevant part-time experience will be prorated based on hours worked. For example, two years working an average of 20 hours per week is equivalent to approximately one year of full-time experience. Applicants must include the average hours worked per week for all current and previous positions. Failure to provide this information may affect the evaluation of qualifications. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - JD, and relevant EdD, PhD in Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field. - Six to eight years of progressively responsible professional experience - Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Section 508, WCAG standards, and related federal and state regulations. - Knowledge of accommodation processes and accessibility principles within higher education and employment set