Disability Accommodation Programs Coordinator

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chicago seeks an Assistant Disability Officer to assist in administering the Reasonable Accommodation Program and to process accommodation requests under guidance. You will coordinate with departments, maintain records, and support training and policy updates under the Disability Officer’s direction.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, interpretation of ADA-related rules, and collaboration with HR teams. A degree in HR/OD or law with relevant EEO experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, organizational development, or closely related field.
• Master’s degree in human resources management, organizational development, or related field preferred.
• ABA-accredited law degree with two years of professional work experience in employment relations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in administering the Reasonable Accommodation Program and processes requests under guidance.
• Resolves complex accommodation issues and maintains records of actions taken.
• Coordinates with departments and City offices to clarify resolution processes.
• Supports accommodation-related procurement and employee reassignment workflows.
• Monitors interactive process communications with employees and medical providers.
• Develops program materials, reports, and training on disability issues.
• Maintains confidentiality of medical information and related documentation.
• Responds to information requests from legal and regulatory bodies as needed.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Novel issue resolution

Data analysis

Legal research and analysis

Deescalation

Leadership counseling/advising

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/OD or related field

Master's degree in HR/OD or related field

ABA-accredited law degree with 2 years' related experience

Job description

City of Chicago seeks an Assistant Disability Officer to assist in administering the Reasonable Accommodation Program and to process accommodation requests under guidance. You will coordinate with departments, maintain records, and support training and policy updates under the Disability Officer’s direction.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, interpretation of ADA-related rules, and collaboration with HR teams. A degree in HR/OD or law with relevant EEO experience is preferred.