Reasonable Accommodations Coordinator

New York City Housing Authority is seeking a Reasonable Accommodations (RA) Coordinator to assist with employee requests for reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Responsibilities include to the following:

• Data input, review, and processing of employee reasonable accommodation requests for disabilities, religious observance, and other legally protected needs.
• Engage in cooperative dialogue with employees, supervisors, and other stakeholders to determine appropriate accommodations while maintaining job functionality.
• Maintain accurate records and track RA requests using spreadsheets and databases, ensuring timely responses and proper documentation.
• Coordinate with other NYCHA departments, including Human Resources and Law, as well as department supervisors to ensure accommodation decisions align with policy and legal standards.
• Assist with training for NYCHA staff on reasonable accommodation policies and procedures.
• Handle administrative duties related to reasonable accommodations, such as drafting correspondence, preparing reports, and managing case files.
  
  

NOTE: This position requires compliance with all applicable workplace policies, including hybrid work schedules where applicable.

Additional Information

• NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
• NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
• NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).
  
  

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two 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 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 year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Strong organizational and administrative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and case management databases. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging in cooperative dialogue with employees and supervisors. - Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. - Experience working in government or public sector HR is a plus. - Experience in handling reasonable accommodation requests, HR compliance issues, and/or related administrative functions. - Knowledge of ADA, Title VII, the NYC Human Rights Law, and EEOC regulations.
  
  

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/.

Residency Requirement

NYCHA has no residency requirements.

Additional Information

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 based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.