Accessibility Technologist - Information Technology Services

Job Summary

The Accessibility Technologist works closely with the Campus Information Security Officer, Assistant Campus Information Security Officer, Information Technology Services staff, academic and administrative departments, faculty, instructional designers, procurement staff, and disability-related support units. The Accessibility Technologist collaborates with CSU peers, higher education accessibility communities, and technology vendors to remain current on emerging accessibility standards, technologies, and best practices. #CalPolyITS

This position is eligible for remote work pursuant to Cal Poly's Telecommuting and Remote Work Guidelines and the CSU policy requiring that all work be performed within the State of California.
Department Summary

Information Technology Services (ITS) is a fast-moving team that is responsible for helping Cal Poly achieve academic excellence through developing and implementing learning, teaching, and administrative solutions which leverage technology that align with strategic goals and objectives. With a focus on continuous improvement, ITS fosters innovation, supports continuous learning, and develops people to their full potential. Our team of more than 180 professionals works in a Dev Ops environment to shape the technology landscape at Cal Poly.

Key Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills, thorough and advanced knowledge of accessibility technology concepts, inclusive design principles, universal design for learning, and accessibility best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to independently apply advanced judgment to resolve complex technical accessibility issues.
• Demonstrated experience conducting accessibility audits, assessments, and remediation for web content, digital documents, and applications.
• Advanced skill in utilizing assistive technologies and accessibility evaluation tools in an educational or enterprise environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state accessibility laws, regulations, and standards, and the ability to interpret and apply them in a higher education context.

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range: $87,408 - $106,548 Per Year

Classification Range: $87,408- $127,332 Per Year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world.

For more information, visit calpoly.edu .

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color,…