Deputy Director, Disability Policy & Accessibility

Regional Transportation Authority Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan or 401(k) match

Hybrid work environment

Transit benefits

11 paid holidays plus floating holiday

Job summary

Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) seeks a Deputy Director or Director for the Office of Disability Policy and Planning in Chicago. Lead disability policy, ensure ADA compliance, supervise programs, and coordinate with CTA, Metra, and Pace to improve accessibility and service.

Master's degree preferred for Director and experience in transportation policy, procurement, and intergovernmental agreements is highly valued. Hybrid work options may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Social Service, Psychology, or Communications required.
• Master's Degree required for Deputy Director and desirable for Director.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor the department budget and workplan in line with priorities.
• Oversee ADA accessibility policies across CTA, Metra, and Pace.
• Ensure minimum accessibility standards for vehicles, stations, and digital comms.
• Direct programs serving people with disabilities, seniors and special populations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Policy development

Equity-centered service

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Social Service, Psychology, or Communications

Master's Degree

Job description

Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) seeks a Deputy Director or Director for the Office of Disability Policy and Planning in Chicago. Lead disability policy, ensure ADA compliance, supervise programs, and coordinate with CTA, Metra, and Pace to improve accessibility and service.

Master's degree preferred for Director and experience in transportation policy, procurement, and intergovernmental agreements is highly valued. Hybrid work options may apply.