Section 504 Training Coordinator, OSH

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Education is seeking a training coordinator for Section 504 within the Office of School Health. The role will work with the Section 504 Program Director and Deputy Director to deliver comprehensive trainings and ensure compliance with Chancellor’s Regulation A-710.

Responsibilities include developing annual training modules, updating SOPMs, and coordinating enrollment for staff while maintaining tracking and reporting to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 2+ years in community work or related duties.
• High school diploma plus 6+ years in related duties.
• Equivalent combination of education/experience with at least 1 year as described.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the implementation of large-scale trainings for 2,000+ Section 504 Coordinators and 10,000+ staff.
• Develop and deliver training for key Section 504 stakeholders (Superintendents, Health Directors, School Nurses).
• Oversee training for school bus drivers and attendants; coordinate with offices, track completion, ensure timelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Project management

Process improvement

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Excel

Office 365

Job description

Level:

N/A

Division/Office:

Office of School Health

Borough:

Manhattan

Posting End Date:

10/20/2026

Position Summary:

Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) requires public schools to provide qualified students with disabilities reasonable accommodations that they need to participate in education programs and activities on an equal basis with their peers who do not have disabilities. Section 504 also protects students from disability related discrimination.

Reports to:

Section 504 Program Director, Office of School Health

Direct Reports:

N/A

Key Relationships

Works closely with Section 504 Program Director and Deputy Director, Borough based Health Directors, NYCPS and OSH staff to develop and deliver comprehensive trainings related to Section 504 policies, procedures and compliance. Collaborates with school based staff, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), Office of the General Counsel (OGC), Department of Finance, Office of Student Enrollment (OSE), Office of Assessment, Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning (DIAL), Department of Instructional and Information Technology (DIIT), Office of Language Access (OLA) and the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the implementation of large scale training programs for over 2,000 Section 504 Coordinators and 10,000 other school based staff in alignment with Chancellor’s Regulation A-710 and NYCPS policies.
• Develop and deliver specialized training for key Section 504 stakeholders, including Superintendents, Health Directors, and School Nurses.
• Oversee the training process for school bus drivers and attendants , including coordination with relevant offices, tracking completion, and ensuring compliance with required timelines.
• Gather and analyze stakeholder feedback to continuously improve training content.
• Develop and update training modules annually, including updating slides and scripts, recording voiceovers, and posting and advertising training opportunities.
• Identify and address training gaps, including development of additional training courses or alternative methods for content delivery.
• Coordinate and execute bulk training enrollment processes for Section 504 Coordinators and school based staff.
• Monitor training compliance and completion metrics and conduct appropriate outreach for non compliant staff
• Create, maintain, and regularly update a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures manual (SOPM) for Section 504 Coordinators, Health Directors, and the 504 Program Office.
• Provide timely support and resolution for training related inquiries from various stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and supplemental support to Section 504 Coordinators to ensure compliance with Chancellor’s Regulation A-710.

Qualification Requirements

Minimum

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must have at least one (1) year of experience as described in “1” above.

Plus

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of relevant work experience.

Preferred

• Expert level Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Project management and process improvement skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in customer or client services.

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

*NewYorkCityResidencyis NOT Required *

We encourage all applicants from theNewYorkCitytri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DOE Non- Discrimination Policy

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy.

REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS

Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing [e-mail] . The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.

https://infohub.nyced.org/docs/default-source/doe-employees-only/personnel-memorandum-6-2024-2025---accommodations.pdf

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