COORDINATOR, ONLINE ACCESSIBILITY

Santa Rosa Junior College

Salary: $5,757.00 - $7,000.00 Monthly

Job Type:

Job Number: 21-01044

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Information Technology

Closing: 2/25/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

FILING DEADLINE: February 25th, 2022

It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that all required materials noted under application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted by the filing deadline in order to be given consideration.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range: $5,757.00 - $7,000.00 per month (20/21 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at $4,404 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials).

• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. Benefits are pro-rated at 62.5 % for this position.

• Leave/Holiday time: Full-time classified members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing 6.67 hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after third year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (14 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).

JOB DESCRIPTION:The Information Technology department is seeking a qualified individual with demonstrated communication skills and to join an outstanding team of faculty, staff, and classified administrators to provide high quality services to our district, our community, and most importantly to our students. Under general supervision, coordinates training and provides support to faculty and staff in the areas of web accessibility and accessible digital media. Ensures that information and communication technologies are in compliance with District, State and Federal accessibility requirements, as well as the institution's commitment to access and equity. This is a regular, Classified, full-time (12 months/ per year) position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday, work hours will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Appointment is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

SCOPE: The Coordinator, Online Accessibility serves as the primary accessibility technology resource for the District with responsibility for the support, technical direction, assessment, and implementation of new and existing technologies.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:The IT Department is responsible for providing network, server, telecommunication, computing hardware, software, and instructional computing classroom and lab support for all staff, faculty, and administrators at Sonoma County Junior College District.

ABOUT SRJC:Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. Many of SRJC's students are drawn to the college for its academic excellence, superb faculty and staff, comprehensive student services and beautiful grounds. SRJC's mission is to passionately cultivate learning through the creative, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, aesthetic and ethical development of our diverse community. At SRJC, we value learning that includes:

• Excellent and innovative instruction and support services;

• A learning- and learner-centered environment;

• A welcoming physical environment;

• Equity-minded faculty and staff with a caring and supportive attitude among faculty and staff;

• Access to programs and courses that lead to transfer and/or gainful employment.

• Access to lifelong learning opportunities

In 2021, SRJC served approximately 21,000 students each semester and is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism. SRJC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. We also support diverse learning communities including, APASS, HSI Connections, Puente, Umoja. SRJC received the INSIGHT Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award for the past three consecutive years and SRJC was the only California Community College recipient of this award. This award recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. The ideal candidate will share SRJC's commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

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Essential Functions

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Coordinates the development of District standards and processes that ensure compliance with technology accessibility requirements consistent with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

• Organizes audit and remediation projects; validates web pages including documents for accessibility compliance; and collaborates with others to implement improvements.

• Develops tools for evaluating technology assets, platforms, and services for compliance with accessibility standards.

• Educates District faculty and staff on technology procurement standards compliant with State regulations.

• Provides training for faculty and staff on developing accessible web pages and documents; assists in creating a culture of awareness of web accessibility.

• Creates and maintains accessibility resources for faculty and staff.

• Advises the District on changes in technologies, relevant laws, and best practices for accessibility of online content.

• May serve as a lead worker to other Classified staff.

• Supervises and organizes the work of student and short-term, non-continuing employees.

ABILITY TO: Demonstrate accessibility compliance techniques and provide relevant trainings; work independently; make decisions about and troubleshoot accessibility issues; develop accessible web-based resources; create and maintain accessible web pages and documents; speak and write effectively in English in individual and group settings; work effectively with faculty and staff who have a variety of technological skill levels; give and follow oral and written directions; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population. KNOWLEDGE OF: Fundamentals and techniques of creating and producing WCAG compliant accessible web pages, online forms, and digital media; development, assessment, and remediation of accessible web pages; accessibility testing tools; web accessibility laws and web standards, including Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) markup and scripting languages; use of latest methods for progressive enhancement and responsive/adaptive design; current technology including web development tools, computer graphics packages, with particular expertise in accessibility features of MS Word and Adobe Acrobat software; project management skills including communication, organization, facilitation and independent decision making.

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Studies or any Bachelor's degree and significant course work in a web design related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Some (1-2 years of full-time or part-time equivalent) work experience with web site design and development, including accessibility compliance techniques and testing tools in creation and repairing of web pages and documents. Previous related work in a higher education setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous related work in a higher education setting

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and some work experience in Web Design with an emphasis in accessibility compliance.

• Bilingual English/Spanish

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires prolonged video display terminal viewing, keyboarding and extended sitting.

Application Procedures

In order to be given consideration for this position, applicants must submit the following documents by the filing deadline:

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions. Please note resumes are not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Applications will be considered incomplete if no work experience is listed, or if other required application fields are missing or incomplete.

• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references.

• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, including how you meet the minimum and preferred requirements and are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in this section of the job posting.

• Current Resume.

• Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework, including confirmation of degrees. If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment. Unofficial copies (both sides) will be accepted if the unofficial document includes a seal, watermark, or other proof that the document was provided by an educational institution.

• If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicants must provide a formal evaluation of their foreign degree(s) at the time of application. https://hr.santarosa.edu/minimum-qualifications-equivalency-and-foreign-degrees.

• If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section of the job posting, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/ClassEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application in order to be considered.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.

Following the filing deadline, applications which are complete for screening will be reviewed by a screening committee. Approximately 2-4 weeks after the filing deadline, Human Resources will notify you whether or not you have been selected for an interview. Those applicants most suitably qualified for the position will be invited to interview with a Screening Committee.

If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Human Resources Department.

MORE ABOUT SRJC HUMAN RESOURCES

BUSSMAN HALL ANNEX

MAILING ADDRESS: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

PHONE: (707) 527-4954

EMAIL: Please contact Shauna Malvino, mailto:smalvino@santarosa.edu or Maria Padilla mailto:mpadillacampos@santarosa.edu

The office is located in the Bussman Building on the Santa Rosa campus. All documents included in your online employment application become the property of the District. Your employment application for this opening will not automatically be considered for future openings. New employment application(s) must be submitted for each opening.

Due to COVID-19, the Human Resources staff are working remotely until further notice.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment):

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Must be fingerprinted in California and have background clearance (at applicant's expense);

• Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter);

• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Title IX, Mandated Reporter.

• Employees who work on-site or access District facilities: Beginning January 1, 2022: provide proof of full vaccination. For more details, see https://covid.santarosa.edu/vaccine-requirement-employees.

Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure)

Sonoma County Junior College District's annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. https://police.santarosa.edu/. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by visiting the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus.

Non Discrimination

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non- discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities-- including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

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VISION: SRJC aspires to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

MISSION: SRJC passionately cultivates learning through the creative, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, aesthetic and ethical development of our diverse community.

• We focus on student learning by preparing students for transfer; by providing responsive career and technical education; and by improving students' foundational skills.

• We provide a comprehensive range of student development programs and services that support student success and enrich student lives.

• We support the economic vitality, social equity and environmental stewardship of our region.

• We promote personal and professional growth and cultivate joy at work and in lifelong learning.

• We foster critical and reflective civic engagement and thoughtful participation in diverse local and global communities.

• We regularly assess, self-reflect, adapt, and continuously improve.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position/assignment. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the District mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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