Department of Labor

Job Class Code: 0071
Grade: 26/Professional & Technical
Salary: $56,264.00-$78,998.40/Annually
Location: Augusta

Opening Date: December 31, 2024

Closing Date:  January 15, 2025

This is professional services work in identifying, coordinating, and monitoring State government compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and overseeing a plan to achieve physical, programmatic, and digital accessibility to state facilities and services. Work includes collaborating with agency 504 and ADA coordinators. The position also manages Independent Living services contracts and works closely with the State Independent Living Council and Maine’s Center for Independent Living. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Primary responsibilities include:  

• Reads, reviews, researches, compiles, for department heads, workshop participants, designated ADA and 504 agency coordinators, legislators, constituents, and news media.
• Receives, reviews, makes findings and resolves grievances from citizens regarding  504 and ADA compliance in Executive Branch programs and services.
• Reviews legislation and makes recommendations in order to promote access and inclusion of people with disabilities.
• Confers with agency coordinators in order to provide information and monitor compliance with Section 504 and the ADA.
• Reviews and documents 504 and ADA compliance activities in order to provide information and technical assistance to State employees and the general public.
• Conducts workshops and trains participants in Section 504 and ADA laws, rules, and regulations in order to eliminate barriers to full access and inclusion for people with disabilities.
• Manages Independent Living contracts to ensure timely deliverables and fiscal compliance

Skills or knowledge required:

• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures pertaining to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Knowledge of disabilities and barriers faced by people with disabilities
• Knowledge and application of effective and accessible communication strategies for multiple modalities including spoken, written, visual and digital presentation.
• Knowledge of evaluation methods, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of construction and engineering principles, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to identify and assess problems relating to physical and programmatic barriers.
• Knowledgeable of resources to support accessibility and inclusion of people with disabilities in state facilities and programs.

Minimum qualifications:

Education, training, and/or experience demonstrating competence in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and related components of the Americans with Disabilities Act compliance.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Libby Stone-Sterling at libby.stone-sterling@maine.gov 

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application.  In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period.  Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700.  Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME  04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018.  Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included.  Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.  

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value). 
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.09% for Confidential employees. 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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