About Us: Steven Winter Associates, Inc. (SWA) is a mission driven and employee owned company providing research, consulting and advisory services to improve commercial, residential and multifamily built environments for private and public-sector clients. We specialize in energy, sustainability and accessibility consulting as well as certification, research & development and compliance services.

For further information on Steven Winter Associates, please visit www.swinter.com.

About the Accessibility Specialist Role: Do you enjoy traveling? SWA is on the search for an Accessibility Specialist for ADA/FHA inspections and plan reviews. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion to drive social justice by helping clients remove physical barriers to access that has historically marginalized people with disabilities.

SWA's Accessibility Services team is recognized for improving the way people live by helping clients create accessible and more inclusive built environments. We strive to provide consistently exceptional and reliable solutions-driven accessibility and inclusive design consulting with the goal of exceeding expectations of our business partners and transforming their approach to development and acquisitions.

Key Details - During the initial 8-12 months, this position will involve training across our New York, NY and Norwalk, CT offices. Following training, the candidate will be required to relocate to our co-working office in Somerville, MA, just outside of Boston.

The proposed annual salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 based on a 40-hour work schedule. The final salary may vary depending on confirmed job-related skills and experience.

Accessibility Specialist Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in all phases of the firm's accessibility related business sector, including plan reviews, specifications, compliance product submittals, field inspections, technical assistance during project development, remediation plan development and training.
• Become proficient in highly specialized regulations, codes, standards, and other relevant criteria:
• Investigate, analyze, and respond to technical inquiries concerning accessibility issues.
• Research and maintain database of current products, codes, and standards related to accessibility.
• Participate in meetings with project teams.

Accessibility Specialist Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Architecture, BS in Architecture or BS in Architectural Technology with <2 years of work experience; or BS in unrelated field with = 2 years’ experience in the field of Code Review or Accessibility Consulting with demonstrated experience conducting plan reviews and field inspections.
• Demonstrated command of navigating plan documents from schematic design and design development through construction documents.
• Ability to communicate highly specialized and technical information to a variety of audiences, in writing and verbally.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Accessibility Specialist Bonus Qualifications:

• CAD, InDesign, or Bluebeam experience is preferred.

Technical skills/ certifications achieved within the 1st year of employment:

• ICC-certified Accessibility Inspector and Plans Examiner.

How to Apply:

• Please submit a cover letter with your application outlining your interest.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Our accessibility team comprises people from diverse educational backgrounds and work experiences. If you are excited about this role and may not have all of the experience, please apply.

Physical Demands: While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to climb stairs, use elevators and exterior construction hoists, and be exposed to cold and hot interior and exterior temperatures for extended periods (while inspecting).

Travel Required - Local day and/or overnight travel may be required. Expected travel may fluctuate from 20% - 50% during the 1st year and beyond depending on project needs. A valid and clean U.S. driver's license is required.

Working Environment - This is an in-office position. Regular field work will involve trips to project sites as required. Only after an employee is fully onboarded, will they be permitted to work from home up to two days per week, at the discretion of the supervisor.

Benefits & Perks - SWA invests in our people and we’ve designed a benefits package tailored to meet the needs of our diverse team.

Company Principles - Be visionary. Foster camaraderie. Take ownership. Think holistically. Improve the built environment.

DEI statement: SWA is a workplace where we are aware and welcoming of the ways in which we are all diverse as evidenced by a culture of listening and understanding. We endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability.

SWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or marital status.