Accessibility Specialist

Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities
Position:
Accessibility Specialist
Job Number: 43342
The Agency You’ll Join
The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five
boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property. New York
City Mayor Eric Adams is head of the executive branch of New York City's government. Previously,
Mayor Adams has served the people of New York City as an NYPD officer, state senator, and Brooklyn
borough president. The Adams’ administration is leading the fight to serve the people of the greatest
city in the world, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, working to make New York City’s
economy stronger, reducing inequality, improving public safety, and making the city more affordable
that meets the needs of all New Yorkers. We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as
we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. For current job opportunities
visit our careers page.
The Team You’ll Work With
For half a century, the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) has been the liaison between
the New York City government and the disability community. In partnership with City offices and
agencies, MOPD ensures City initiatives, programs and policies address the needs and interests of
people with disabilities. The office regularly engages in advocacy and policymaking at the local, state,
national, and international levels to make certain accessibility and full inclusion are key priorities for all
public and private stakeholders alike.
The Problems You’ll Solve
The Accessibility Specialist will assist the MOPD’s in-house expert on matters relating to physical
accessibility.
Job duties will include:
• Assist the in-house expert for MOPD on physical accessibility issues.
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• Help coordinate with other City agencies, including but not limited to DOT, DOB, DDC and SBS,
on identifying issues related to physical accessibility and identifying and developing strategies
to address such issues.
• Handle requests for accessibility waivers under NYC Building Code Section 1101.3.5.
• Handle requests for MOPD approval of DOT grants of revocable consent under Chapter 7 of
NYCDOT’s rules.
• Perform inspections and other tasks related to accessibility of restaurants participating in the
Dining Out NYC Program and other inspections as needed.
• Represent MOPD on code committees and taskforces, as needed.
• Help provide technical expertise in development of MOPD trainings on physical accessibility and
participate in such trainings.
• Under supervision, will handle other projects as identified by MOPD leadership.
About You
• You have 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
• You are a high school graduate or equivalent and have six years of experience in community
work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• You have 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.
Salary
The City of New York Office of the Mayor’s compensation package includes a market competitive
salary, equity for all full-time roles and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation range for this role
is $70,000 to $78,000.
Final offers may vary from the amount listed based on candidate experience and expertise, and other
factors.
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Equal Opportunity | Diversity Equity & Inclusion Statement
The Office of the Mayor is an 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.
The Adams Administration values diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences that is reflective of
the city it serves. Applicants of all backgrounds are strongly encouraged and welcome to apply.