ADA & Section 504 Compliance Coordinator

University of North Carolina at Wilmington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks an experienced ADA/Section 504 Coordinator to lead compliance, policy development, and accommodation processes across campus. You will guide accessibility strategies, oversee grievance investigations, and collaborate with the Disability Resource Center and HR to ensure equitable access for students and employees.

Reporting to the General Counsel, you will drive training, monitor regulatory guidance, and manage complex accommodation cases, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Public Administration, Law, HR, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in ADA/Section 504 coordination, disability services, HR accommodations, compliance, or investigations.
• Experience managing processes and supporting impartial investigations.
• Knowledge of disability laws and their application in higher education or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead ADA/Section 504 compliance and advise senior leadership on risk and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies on disability access and nondiscrimination.
• Oversee accommodation processes for students and employees and coordinate with key offices.
• Oversee grievance processes and investigations related to disability-based discrimination.
• Collaborate to ensure physical and digital accessibility across campus and procurement guidance.
• Design and deliver training on ADA/Section 504 obligations for faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Monitor guidance and trends to strengthen institutional practices and reduce risk.

Skills

ADA / Section 504 coordination

Disability services

Policy development

Communication skills

Investigations experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks an experienced ADA/Section 504 Coordinator to lead compliance, policy development, and accommodation processes across campus. You will guide accessibility strategies, oversee grievance investigations, and collaborate with the Disability Resource Center and HR to ensure equitable access for students and employees.

Reporting to the General Counsel, you will drive training, monitor regulatory guidance, and manage complex accommodation cases, with a