Digital Accessibility Program Manager

Job Summary:

Does this describe you?

Are you passionate about improving the user experience and promoting inclusivity? Do you enjoy inspiring, leading, and educating people on the importance of, and their role in, ensuring digital content is accessible? Are you forward thinking and acting when it comes to providing accessible resources to all individuals? If you are a successful collaborator and problem-solver with a strong commitment to digital accessibility, we want to hear more about you!

We are searching for a Digital Accessibility Program Manager that will continue to build upon the progress made and collaborate to shape CU Anschutz into a model of digital accessibility. This role serves as the initial point of contact for campus digital accessibility efforts and works with key digital accessibility partners across CU to ensure the university's compliance with HB21-1110 and related legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Revise and publish campus digital accessibility standards, best practices, and resource information, in collaboration with the Digital Accessibility Partners.
• Manage plan showing progress to remove accessibility barriers across inventory of information and communications technology (ICT) including annual status updates demonstrating progress on advancing technology accessibility; steps campus is taking to remove accessibility barriers in ICT; timelines when accessible ICT will be addressed and plan for providing reasonable accommodation and modification in the interim, policies for regularly testing and remediating ICT.
• Participate in campus community engagement around digital accessibility needs.
• Advocate the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and universal design to stakeholders.
• Provide accessibility consultation and requirement development for all ICT.
• Serve as a resource with digital accessibility policies, procedures, and standards to meet compliance.
• Stay informed of digital accessibility related technology, best practices, and regulations.
• Make training and resources readily available to faculty and staff, including a campus website devoted to providing information regarding digital accessibility.
• Track and resolve reported accessibility barriers in collaboration with campus partners.
• Lead the campus Digital Accessibility Partners collaboration
• Monitor regulatory changes and coordinate with regulatory agencies as appropriate in collaboration with University Counsel.
• Review and report on program effectiveness including continuous gap analysis, as appropriate to the appropriate campus leadership groups and partners.
• Day-to-day operations for the Digital Accessibility program area

Work Location:

Hybrid - This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment. AMC OIT strives for a high-flex work environment, meaning although this role can predominately be executed effectively with a remote schedule, there may be instances where in-person meetings and/or activities are needed. There is no minimum or prescribed in-person requirement. The work schedule will be based around core working hours in Colorado Mountain Time.

Why Join Us:

ISS is a large department that encompasses the Office of Information Technology (OIT), Information Strategy and IT Compliance (ISIC), Enterprise Architecture (EA), and Information, Data Empowerment and Analytics (IDEA). In Information Strategy and Services (ISS) we emphasize six key principles that connect our teams and ensure our success:

• Curiosity- Explore beyond one's own experience and environment.
• Compassion- Demonstrates empathy, understanding, and respect for all people.
• Collaboration- Partner well beyond our space and build partnerships to achieve organizational results.
• Commitment- Dedication and engagement one has to their job, team, organization and university.
• Competence- Know our craft and be committed to continuous improvement and learning.
• Confidence- Be empowered and assured to represent our customers and their needs.

We value our team members and strive to achieve work life balance, inclusivity, and a FUN working environment. Click HERE to view testimonials from ISS employees about why they enjoy working for us!

We improve lives by enabling our University mission of education, research, healthcare, and community engagement through information technology services. We facilitate collaboration, improve data integrity, increase access to information and technology, and provide exceptional customer-centric service using our skills, talents, and passions.

Active investment in our culture and our people is foundational in developing and delivering service excellence. To cultivate a people centric workplace, we do the following:

• Invest in inclusive leadership to promote belonging and integrate DEI into daily operations
• Focus on employee wellness
• Provide effective coaching and foster continuous learning & development
• Offer flexible work arrangements when possible

Click here to find out more about ISS's Culture

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Why Work For The University:

Diversity and Equity:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Web Development, Business, Digital Communications, Educational Technology, or a closely related field

Experience:

• 2-4 years in web accessibility and digital accessibility remediation

A combination of education and professional-level work experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Digital Accessibility experience.
• One or more International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) Certifications: IAAP-CPACC, IAAP-WAS, IAAP-CPWA, IAAP-ADS, IAAP-CPABE
• Strong understanding of assistive technology for digital environments
• Hands-on experience implementing accessibility compliance standards in technical as well as advisory procedures
• Experience working in higher education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards and relevant accessibility guidelines and regulations, including HB21-1110
• Experience with various accessibility testing tools such as Siteimprove
• Experience communicating to a wide range of stakeholders
• A self-starter with a can-do attitude
• A collaborator with a focus on providing solutions based on the requirements and necessary outcomes of those whom we serve
• Curiosity, motivation, and a desire for continuous learning
• A belief that strong relationships are key to success
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and apply digital accessibility external guidance, standards, rules, and best practices

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship

How to Apply:

We value the thoughts you put into a Cover Letter and would like to see your

Resume, and List of References. For full consideration, please submit the following

document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to:

ISS Human Resources

iss-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 28, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $75,000 - $95,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.