HR Specialist 2 (Assistant ADA Coordinator)

HR Specialist 2 (Assistant ADA Coordinator)Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.Roles and Responsibilities:Under broad supervision, provides analysis, research, and technical expertise in the area of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Designs, plans and conducts from concept to completion, ADA projects with significant impact on the agency.Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervisionServe as primary Point of Contact (POC) for matters related to the implementation and monitoring of the Georgia as a Model Employer initiative.Serve as POC for matters related to ADA requests, inquiries and concerns.Develop and implement internal measures and/or reports documenting ADA compliance agency wide.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience in human resources; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level HR Spec 1 (HRP020) or position equivalent.Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university.Two (2) or more years' experience processing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cases.One (1) or more years' experience managing Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) cases.Knowledge of Department of Labor (DOL) policies and procedures.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.