Accessibility Specialist

Job Description:

Accessibility Specialist

Description

Classification: Information Technology Consultant - Career
Hours: Full-time / 40 hours per week
FLSA: Exempt

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $6,801 to $7,512* mo.
CSU Salary Schedule
*CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: December 15, 2024
Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year.

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

PURPOSE:

Under the immediate supervision of the Director of the Center for Academic Technologies (CAT), the Accessibility Specialist is a professional who applies advanced skills in accessibility, technical project planning, and stakeholder management to lead and manage complex accessibility development and improvement initiatives at the university.

The specialist supports the university in utilizing technology to enhance teaching and learning while also promoting universal design for learning across the campus's technological environment. Accomplished in document and media accessibility, the specialist works with the Accessibility Technology Initiative Directors, Steering Committee, faculty, staff, and administrators to design and remediate accessible instructional and informational materials. Through workshops, training, and collaboration, the specialist ensures compliance with accessibility standards and fosters an innovative, comprehensive accessibility support infrastructure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

Coordinates services providing document remediation for universal access, including:

• Recruitment and oversight of student staff
• Workflow management

Collaborates with campus partners in improving universal access in the areas of:

• Consultation in best practices for accessibility
• Marketing and outreach to department chairs and faculty as needed
• Policy consultation, research, and implementation
• Data collection and reporting.

Consults with IT partners, campus student disability office, and University Personnel on appropriate assistive technologies (hardware and software) configuration; coordinates training to university staff and end-users as needed. Collaborates with instructional designers to create professional development and training for staff and faculty in support of universal access through various modalities. Participates on the campus ATI committees and sub-committees, and on ATI conference calls with the Office of the Chancellor (instructional materials, web, and executive committee). Maintains the highest level of certifications available for accessibility concepts, procedures, and technical skills, including existing and emerging technologies.

Other Functions:

Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of applying standard theories, principles, practice, and techniques applicable to a university/higher education environment; operational analysis and techniques; excellent oral and written communications skills. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Experience in investigating and analyzing problems that have broad administrative impact and implications. Strong systems background as a user or functional developer. Experience in using spreadsheets, database query tools and word processing software applications at an advanced level; using/supporting campus core enterprise systems such as Oracle-PeopleSoft (Campus Solutions/Student Administration) and/or other information systems. In addition, produce or retrofit content for accessibility, using tools such as Ally, MS Office and Adobe Acrobat documents, and audio and video transcription/captioning.

Ability to: Research, develop and evaluate policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; quickly learn features of new software releases and modules, anticipate problems and address them proactively; analyze data requirements and research data availability; train/mentor others on systems skills and procedures, with the ability to communicate system/technical concepts and ideas to non-system/technical individuals; work as a team member; independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse, multicultural environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A basic foundation of knowledge and skills in technical information systems and application program packages is a prerequisite for this position. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified coursework in applicable fields of study. Working knowledge of automated desktop management tools in an enterprise environment, common software application packages, equipment platforms, reference database systems and sources, and training methods and a basic understanding of networks, data communication, and multimedia systems.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS:

• Ability to produce or retrofit content for accessibility, Including MS Office and Adobe Acrobat documents, and audio and video.
• Strong ability to determine needs/problems, analyze and provide appropriate solutions within operational guidelines, and effectively document and communicate changes, solutions, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate with and work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and members of the community In one-to-one or group settings. Strong personal initiative and ability to work reliably and independently with minimal supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts and Ideas to non-technical individuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills that promote professionalism and mutual respect in all interactions. Ability to work effectively and Independently In a diverse university environment. Ability to Independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects. Exceptional ability to communicate in a professional, persuasive, and tactful manner both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated record of a strong customer service orientation. Demonstrates success in working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

Hands on experience and knowledge of: accessibility practices and assistive technologies, including specific software and hardware for testing accessibility. Knowledge of alternate media production techniques in related assistive technologies, use of assistive computer technologies for blind, low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, physically disabled and learning disabled students. Experience In instructional design and training development. Experience program development and evaluation methods.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
• The person holding this position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097 as a condition of employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• This position has been designated as a sensitive position with access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards .
• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority, will be required to participate in annual training, and to immediately forward to the Clery Compliance Officer all reports of Clery Act crimes brought to their attention.
• This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.
• May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. Position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time. May require travel between campus offices and off-campus locations.

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.

BENEFITS/PERKS:

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary . As a perk, the University Corporation at CSU Monterey Bay provides access to affordable campus housing based on availability; visit Schoonover Employee Housing for more information.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB . Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailing humanresources@csumb.edu . All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/ .

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Advertised: Nov 13 2024 Pacific Standard Time
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