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Under general supervision, reviews construction documents, develops/implements standards for buildings/projects which meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related building and accessibility codes. Serves as an expert consultant evaluating compliance with accessibility standards for new construction and alterations, barrier removal, and program state and federal accessibility obligations; provides highly technical and professional architectural assistance by conducting onsite surveys and reviews of buildings and facilities, by conducting critical reviews of architectural plans, specifications, and photographic evidence of accessibility; assists in developing technical assistance materials and guidance; and provides expert advice and guidance to top management, other architects within the agency, and other state and local governments, private firms, and individuals. The incumbent also performs other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages the Statewide ADA facility improvements program, including evaluating and reviewing ADA construction projects for compliance with the ADA and state disability laws
• Conducts trainings for specific target audiences, including: code officials, state facility administrators and design professionals
• Manages contracts with consulting firms and accessibility experts may be required along with public appearances at professional meetings or training events
• Prepares budget estimates for projects and performs related work as required. Provides reports and photographic images on findings
• Ensures all work performed meets all applicable state and federal laws and regulations concerning public accessibility
• Acts as subject matter expert on construction projects, all applicable state, federal and local laws and building codes, as it relates to disability issues.  Ensures compliance with project specifications and contract requirements
• Delivers accurate and timely answers to accessibility code-related issues via telephone contact, e-mail, in person contact and memoranda
• Provides technical support/direction to internal office and GSFIC, state and local engineers and inspectors, state facility administrators, professionals and general public on federal and state accessibility code requirements
• Notes deficiencies on plans and makes recommendations/reports for revision in areas of non-compliant sites if requested by (the State ADA Coordinator) or Agency partners to ensure that construction is (according to plan) properly executed
• Upon request prepares schematic plans and specifications for necessary ADA alterations to state agency facilities and reviews construction documents for compliance with requirements to ensure accuracy in design intent on projects to be constructed statewide
• Assures facility inspections are completed appropriately for ADA funded projects
• Coordinates the technical components of the office's funding projects, including preparing necessary surveys/inspection reports and supplemental drawings when necessary
• Provides internal support functions to GSFIC Design Review Group, GSFIC Construction Services, GBA Project Management, GBA Facilities, and SPC
• Provides support to State ADA Coordinator’s Office team
• Directly assists in development of State ADA Coordinator’s Offices strategic plan
• Initiates implementation of the facility-related strategic objectives
• Must work assigned days and hours
• Develops and delivers facility access related training initiatives, including courses for target audiences, including Code Engineers/Inspectors, State Facility Administrators, and Architects/Professional Associations
• Develops and implements technical bulletins for State Fire Marshal
• Conducts outreach activities (including surveys, focus groups) to identify remaining/ongoing accessibility issues among state facility administrators, enforcement authorities (e.g., accessibility fire marshals, inspectors, etc.); people with disabilities
• Keeps current with the latest developments concerning accessibility in buildings and facilities, construction, and related disciplines by reviewing technical, trade, and government publications and online forums, and attending technical conferences or professional meetings
• Redirects remaining funding from completed projects to other priority projects
• Reviews invoices and pay applications on completed work to ensure quality control
• Evaluates cost estimates for proposed work and provides technical guidance on funding issues and decisions
• Responsible for managing the Program within the ADA Facility budget
• Develops Capital Outlay Budget submittals for the Office of Planning and Budget (OPB)
• Stays within departmental budget

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in architecture from an accredited college or  university and eight (8) years of related experience in architectural design, document  review, building codes and construction administration, with two (2) or more years of experience focused primarily on the application of “accessibility compliance” and the principles of “universal design”
• Demonstrated experience, proven ability and commitment for public service and mastery of both theoretical and practical ADA architectural principles, methods and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of building and facilities
• Must have an active registration in Architecture in the State of Georgia
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel statewide

JOB COMPETENCIES

• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical and communicational skills and possess the ability to work effectively wide range of constituencies in a diverse organization
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret contracts and construction documents
• Must exemplify leadership and initiative and be capable of planning and prioritizing work
• Must be committed to quality service and be capable of identifying solutions to complex problems; self-directed and time-line driven
• Knowledge of building construction documents and Federal and State accessibility-related codes and standards

   

About Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

The Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission core value is dedicated to continuous quality improvement in all of its activities. To that end, the Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission staff has adopted the following: Mission Building Georgia's future by providing financial and construction management with the highest level of customer service, integrity, fairness and efficiency. Vision To be the State's premier resource for financial and construction management services.

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