Shirley A. Rowser, M.S., B.P.S.
Job Title: Multi-Cultural Affairs/Diversity – City of Syracuse
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator
I coordinate, assist, and administer annual Diversity Awareness Training for City Employees. I assist in conducting investigations of complaints of alleged discrimination in the workplace. I assist City Department in recruitment and retention of employees to create a more diverse workforce. I develop training for departmental use, i.e. customer service, sensitivity training, facilitator training, etc. I function as the American with Disability Act (ADA) Coordinator for City of Syracuse. As the ADA Coordinator, I work with persons with disabilities to ensure access and accommodations for them are met. I am responsible for City employees’ accessibility and accommodation needs as well as persons in the Syracuse community. I also serve as the Employee Assistance Program Coordinator for City Services.
Education:
- Master of Science (MS) –Education (Adult)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) – expected graduation spring 2014
- Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) – Business
- Applied Associates degree (AAS) – Business Management
Volunteer work:
- Syracuse Model Neighborhood Facility Board Member – Mayoral Appointed, Serves as SMNF’s Board Secretary
- American with Disabilities Act Celebration Committee Member
- Shades of Inspiration Cancer Support Group Board Member
- Black History Preservation Project Member
Interests: Adjunct Instructor. Was an Adjunct Instruction for Bryant & Stratton College for several years. Enjoy my roles as Facilitator and Presenter on issues concerning diversity, American with Disabilities Act, youth self-esteem, motivational, and continuing education.
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