Hi folks,
A very nice job in southern California has been posted.� Please see details below.
Bryan Bashin

http://apps.sandiego.gov/pjaol8/bulletins/3122.pdf http://apps.sandiego.gov/pjaol8/bulletins/3122.pdf
February 8, 2007 Number U7011
The City of San Diego is accepting resumes for the unclassified position of
DISABILITY SERVICES COORDINATOR
Salary Range:
Open within an established range of $75,000 to $85,000
depending on qualifications and experience.
Recruitment:
Open to all Qualified Candidates.
Filing Deadline:
Open until filled.
The City
:
With more than 1.2 million people, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego’s strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life and world-renowned location makes it the ideal place to work, live and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches and major attractions, San Diego is affectionately known worldwide as “America’s Finest City.”
As one of the region’s largest employers, the City of San Diego has a combined Fiscal Year 2007 budget of over $2.56 billion and employs nearly 11,000 highly dedicated employees. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be obtained on the City’s website:
file://www.sandiego.gov
www.sandiego.gov
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The Position
:
Under the leadership of the Mayor and the general direction of the Deputy Chief Operating Officer, the Disability Services Coordinator will oversee the City’s Community Services programs and be responsible for the management and oversight of the following functions:
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Maintain liaison and coordination with City departments and other governmental agencies to formulate and administer policies affecting the disabled community;
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Monitor and coordinate the City of San Diego’s compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) (Assembly Bill 2222) and additional federal and state regulations;
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Update and implement the City of San Diego Self Evaluation, which includes the Transition Plan and act as a single point of contact for its progress;
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Develop and maintain policy and procedures for complaints related to disability access to programs, services and activities, facilitate and track resolution of the complaints;
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Develop and oversee maintenance of effective tracking and record keeping systems related to facility and infrastructure accessibility;
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Act as a clearinghouse for information regarding federal and state policy and regulations relating to accessibility;
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Provide information and referral services to citizens with disabilities to assist them in obtaining appropriate City and community services;
CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 202 C STREET, SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92101 (619)236-6330
Disability Services Coordinator
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Serve as a liaison to City agencies, state and local agencies, as well as to community-based organizations to discuss disability issues, policies, programs, and initiatives to ensure awareness and coordination of the interests and concerns of people with disabilities and physical and programmatic access for persons with disabilities in all City and funded organizations;
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Promote the culture of inclusion and nondiscrimination in all City programs, services and activities by educating policy makers and staff with workshops, trainings and consultation;
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Ensure that people with disabilities are provided equal opportunity in employment with the City; ●
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
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A commitment to public service, fiscal responsibility and innovation in government;
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Thorough knowledge of the laws, regulations, policies and administrative procedures applicable to the civil rights of persons with disabilities;
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Substantial, progressively responsible management experience, including budgetary and managerial expertise, preferably providing disability services in a public service environment;
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Excellent problem solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and support creative and viable solutions;
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Ability to analyze City policies, procedures and operating practices relevant to persons with disabilities and to determine if they are in compliance with applicable laws;
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Ability to balance competing interests in regulatory and political environment;
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong public speaking and presentation skills;
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Working knowledge of issues related to people with disabilities in the community and relevant social service support networks;
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Focus on enhanced customer service and customer satisfaction;
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Strong business and political acumen to work effectively with the disabled community, City management and employees, elected officials and the general public;
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Strong leadership skills, with the ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of stakeholders;
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Active and genuine commitment to managing diversity in the workplace and encouraging high performing teams.
NOTE: Position will require some evening and weekend hours and occasional travel.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying. Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and a minimum of three years experience involved in the interpretation and application of laws, rules, regulations and policies directly related to persons with disabilities would be a typical way to demonstrate these qualifications.
Selection Process:
To be considered for this position, please submit two copies of your current resume, a letter of interest highlighting your relevant experience, and three work related references to: The City of San Diego, Personnel Department, Employment Information Center, 1200 Third Avenue, Suite 101A, MS 51P, San Diego, CA 92101, in an envelope marked
CONFIDENTIAL: Unclassified Recruitment � Disability Services Coordinator
or email to
PersonnelUnclassified@sandiego.gov
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EOE/ADA.
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