Citywide ADA Compliance & Investigation Lead

City of Somerville; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Deferred compensation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cancer screening & wellness

Pension system

Tuition reimbursement

MBTA pass

Blue Bikes membership

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified professional to manage ADA programs and services citywide, ensuring compliance with ADA, EEO, and related laws. The role involves investigations, accommodations, training, and collaboration with the Commission for Persons with Disabilities and City leadership.

Responsibilities include leading accessibility initiatives, policy development, stakeholder engagement, and presenting findings to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 3–5 years’ experience; master’s degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EEO/ADA laws and investigations.
• Ability to conduct thorough, objective investigations and write clear reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Citywide ADA compliance and accessibility initiatives across programs, services, facilities, and operations.
• Serve as ADA subject matter expert to leadership, departments, and staff.
• Act as staff liaison to the Commission for Persons with Disabilities and prepare reports.
• Develop relationships with disability advocacy groups and community stakeholders.
• Conduct impartial investigations of ADA, EEO, discrimination, and accessibility-related complaints.
• Oversee interactive process for reasonable accommodations and advise on accommodations.

Skills

Investigations

Communication

Report writing

Staff liaison

Public outreach

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified professional to manage ADA programs and services citywide, ensuring compliance with ADA, EEO, and related laws. The role involves investigations, accommodations, training, and collaboration with the Commission for Persons with Disabilities and City leadership.

Responsibilities include leading accessibility initiatives, policy development, stakeholder engagement, and presenting findings to leadership.