Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Facilities Coordinator

Building Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an ADA Facilities Coordinator to ensure district compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. You will coordinate accommodations at school sites, participate in planning and construction, and advise on policy changes to guarantee equal access.

Under the design and program management director, you will review facilities for accessibility, lead training, and collaborate with departments to implement ADA requirements across all schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, human resources, architecture design, law or related field.
• Experience with disability rights, civil rights or compliance programs preferred.
• Facility standards or infrastructure experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all laws and district policies.
• Coordinate ADA Title II compliance district-wide.
• Identify accessibility barriers and recommend remedial action.
• Collaborate on new/altered buildings to ensure ADA design compliance.
• Serve as district liaison for ADA questions and initiatives.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate accessibility compliance.
• Coordinate district-wide evaluation of programs for ADA accessibility.
• Investigate accommodation requests for facilities access.
• Support captioning initiatives and captioned media for classrooms.
• Provide ADA training across departments and staff.

Skills

ADA knowledge

Communication

Project management

Policy compliance

Facility management

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Facilities Coordinator

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Job Details

Job ID: 5926157

Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Definition of Work

The ADA facilities coordinator, under general supervision, performs moderately complex work with minimal decision-making discretion ensuring the district compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Position investigates facilities, participates in planning and construction of schools and capital projects, coordinates accommodations at school sites as needed, and recommends regulation changes in support of district policies and practices to guarantee equal opportunity in all services and facilities. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the facilities use and planning director.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Salary NC 12/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Director of Design and Program Management

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate and monitor district-wide compliance with Title II of the ADA
• Identifies barriers to accessibility, and recommends remedial action to determine if facilities comply with federal and state laws regarding accessibility requirements
• Collaborate on all new and altered buildings and facilities, to ensure compliance with ADA Standards for accessible design
• Serve as the district's primary contact and liaison regarding ADA compliance questions, concerns and initiatives
• Conduct site visits, as requested and needed, to evaluate compliance related to accessibility and building or program access
• Coordinate, conduct, and implement district-wide evaluation of programs, services, and activities to ensure ADA compliance and accessibility for all students, staff, and visitors
• Receive, investigate, and evaluate requests for accommodation and modification for access to the physical facilities of schools and campuses, their playgrounds, athletic fields and stadiums, and administrative facilities
• Collaborate to promote and implement accommodations for captioning of Board meetings and purchase of captioned media for classroom use
• Work in collaboration with departments on district ADA training needs and training
• Support staff training and awareness campaigns to ensure district-wide understanding of ADA requirements
• Participate in meetings for the purpose of providing guidance and assistance regarding compliance issues
• Update disability rights advocates, as requested, on the district's ADA compliance process and initiatives
• Prepare the district's notice of intent to comply with the ADA and update it annually
• Assist in recommending and updating district regulations relating to equal access and protection of the civil rights of people with disabilities
• Act as a consultant in resolving complaints of noncompliance with established policies of equal access
• May work with district legal and external regulatory agencies, such as the Office for Civil Rights, to resolve issues related to compliance with ADA
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the American with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504; the individuals with Disabilities Education Act
• Skilled in facility management, construction or design standards
• Knowledge of federal, state and local educational program laws, regulations and grant requirements
• Knowledge of county and school board policies, procedures, and standards
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to analyze issues, develop solutions, assess impacts, and implement recommendations
• Ability to reason, make sound judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to work independently and effectively without direct supervision
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships, work collaboratively within and across departments, external agencies, and the public
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations while maintaining a professional and personable demeanor
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to interpret and apply a variety of laws and school system policies in complex and sensitive situations

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, human resources, architecture design, law or related field required
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience, such as experience related to disability rights, civil rights, or compliance programs, preferred
• Experience in facility standards, design or infrastructure changes preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Contact Information

• CMS Staff
• 600 E. Fourth Street
• Fifth Floor
• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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