The Americans with Disabilities Act Manager (ADA Manager) is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing activities related to the County's Disability Management Program, including coordinating efforts to accommodate the needs of employees returning to work from various leaves of absence. The ADA Manager is also responsible for providing guidance and training to staff in County departments on the interactive process. This position was previously allocated to the Risk Management Department. However, the ACA and Leave Administrator position resides in Human Resources. The function of the ADA Manager is more closely aligned with the work in the Human Resources Department. As such, during the FY 2019/2020 budget planning process, the decision was made to transfer the position and function to Human Resources effective 7/1/2019. The position is currently vacant.

The County will not achieve the close collaboration between Leave Management and Disability Management necessary for an effective program in compliance with all applicable laws.