Section 504 Training Coordinator, OSH - 27229

NYC Public Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Public Schools is seeking a Section 504 Training Coordinator to organize and deliver comprehensive 504 training across NYCPS. You will work with the Section 504 Program Director and deputy directors to develop trainings for 504 coordinators and school staff, ensuring alignment with Chancellor's Regulation A-710.

You will lead modules, update slides, voiceovers, and coordinate with DOHMH, OGC, and other offices, while continuously improving content and delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience.
• High school diploma and six years of related experience.
• Equivalent education/experience with at least one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support large-scale training programs for 2,000+ coordinators and 10,000+ staff.
• Develop and deliver specialized training for key Section 504 stakeholders.
• Oversee training for school bus drivers and attendants with timelines.
• Gather stakeholder feedback to improve training content.
• Develop and update training modules annually, including slides and scripts.
• Identify gaps and create additional training or delivery methods.
• Coordinate bulk training enrollment for coordinators and staff.
• Monitor compliance and outreach for non-compliant staff.
• Create and regularly update SOPM for Section 504 staff.

Skills

Project management

Process improvement

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office 365

Job description

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.

Reporting to the Section 504 Program Director (Office of School Health), the Section 504 Training Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all 504 related training courses and materials across New York City Public Schools (NYCPS). Performs related work.

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.

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.

Salary

$72,114 - $97,343

(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.)

• New York City Residency is NOT Required

We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-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. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.

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

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.