Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building sustainable communities across the country. We are seeking a Fair Housing + 504 Coordinator to ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other applicable federal, state, and local disability rights laws.
Requirements
- Serve as Fairstead’s designated 504 Coordinator for compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and related accessibility laws.
- Oversee, coordinate and track responses to reasonable accommodation and modification requests.
- Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with accessibility laws across Fairstead’s portfolio.
- Manage and investigate disability-related complaints and grievances, working closely with legal counsel, property management, and third-party vendors as necessary.
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, and asset management to ensure accessible design and construction practices.
- Provide training and guidance to staff across departments on disability rights, 504 compliance, and best practices in accessibility.
- Monitor regulatory changes and maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local accessibility and fair housing requirements, including HUD guidance.
- Collaborate with outside counsel and internal teams on accessibility audits, reports, corrective action plans, and fair housing investigations.
- Assist with documentation and reporting for regulatory agencies and funding partners, particularly in the affordable housing space.
Benefits
