Job Posting: SENIOR DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY SPECIALIST

Department of Technology

JC-222233
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SENIOR DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY SPECIALIST
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$7,365.00 - $10,165.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/11/2020

Job Description and Duties

NOTE:  Salaries do not reflect recent changes necessitated by the unanticipated budget shortfalls arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.  Information for actual reductions of salaries is available in the Human Resources Manual, Section 2113, Personal Leave Program (PLP) at http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is focused on improving how state government develops and implements innovative solutions to meet the public’s evolving needs, enrich customer experiences, and improve critical technological applications. CDT’s Office of Enterprise Technology (OET) plays a critical role to enhance digital government and build a California that works for all Californians. We do this by providing foundational platforms and technology (such as GIS/Open Data, Web Portals, Software Engineering and Open Source code curation) for organizations to provide innovative digital services.

 

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr.I) over the Web Consulting program, the Information Technology Specialist II (IT Spec II) serves as the Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist and is responsible for cultivating accessibility and usability within the State of California. The IT Spec II utilizes specialized knowledge of digital accessibility standards and assistive technologies to guide the state’s digital accessibility program and promote compliance with State and federal law, policies and standards including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, California Government Code Section 11546.7, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and related international standards. Accessibility is a critical part in the efficacy of the information and services delivered to the people of California. The IT Spec II plays a key role in leading the development of standards, guidelines, best practices, tools and training that will help government deliver products, information and services that are usable and accessible for all Californians.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

 

  • May be required to carry a cell phone.
  • May be required to work outside of normal work schedule.
  • Travel to internal and external customer locations for meetings is required.
  • Managing multiple high priorities simultaneously, each with tight deadlines.
  • Adapt to new technologies and trends in Information Technology (IT) and learn new skills to keep current with industry standards and best practices.
  • During state emergencies or activation by the California Office of Emergency Services, incumbents may be asked to work extended hours, 12 hour shifts, and/or off site and occasionally out of town.
  • Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice(DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-222233
Position #(s):
695-531-1414-XXX
Working Title:
SENIOR DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY SPECIALIST
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$7,365.00 - $10,165.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM - 5:00PM
Work Week:
Monday-Friday

Department Information

California Department of Technology

P.O. Box 1810

Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-1810

Attn:  Linda / RPA 20-126 / JC#222233

Inquiries:  David Hodson (916) 431-3614

Special Requirements

Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678). This page is for exam use only.

 

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions

The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Your response must be typed, be no more than two (2) pages in length, paper size should be 8 1/2 x 11 and should be formatted Arial 12 font, each line single spaced, and one-inch margins all around.  SOQ should include your name with “Statement of Qualifications” appearing below it in the page header, and the header contents should be centered.

You must answer each question in its entirety and follow all instructions for answering the questions in the specific order to be considered interested/eligible in the position. NOTE: Resumes, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the required SOQ.

  1. Based on duties in the duty statement, describe your relevant work, experience, education, and achievements. Include examples focused on accessibility strategy and implementation.  

 

2. Describe a situation where a coworker may have been resistant to accessibility or inclusive design best practices.

 

  •   How were you able to work with them to mitigate such issues?
  •   What sort of strategies do you use in situations like these to help educate coworkers?

 

3.  Describe your process for figuring out if an accessibility issue is due to code, browser, or assistive technology error. 

 

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 12/11/2020

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Technology
Attn: Linda / RPA 20-126 / JC#222233
Selection Services Unit
P.O. Box 1810
Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Security 2nd Floor - Drop Off / RPA 20-126 / JC 222233
10860 Gold Center Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
MONDAY - FRIDAY ONLY
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements" section for further information. 
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

The IT Spec II should have a multi-disciplinary background with expert level skills and experience in the discipline of digital accessibility. The candidate must possess the following skills/abilities in order to perform the essential functions of the position:

  • Extensive background in assistive technology, web accessibility and/or alternative media production.
  • Background in testing, developing test scripts, and documenting, publishing, and explaining test results.
  • Thorough knowledge of disability services, federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and current and accepted accessibility standards including WCAG 2.1. Ability to explain the standards to state staff with varying levels of technical expertise.
  • Ability to managing multiple high priorities simultaneously, each with tight deadlines.
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies and trends in Information Technology (IT) and learn new skills to keep current with industry standards and best practices
  • Knowledge of most commonly used assistive technology programs. Ability to run tests using assistive technology, following up with detailed feedback for development teams on adjustments needed to ensure maximum accessibility.
  • Advanced knowledge of latest version of web technologies, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Proven experience participating and/or assisting in the development, implementation, and enforcement of department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with executive management and staff and deliver controversial or sensitive information.
  • Ability to understand and interpret state and federal regulations and state policies and procedures, as well as communicate and provide guidance to management and staff.
  • Results oriented and able to independently manage multiple projects, processes, and activities simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of both general usability and accessibility specific usability problems.
  • Extensive experience with accessibility remediation using common tools, processes, etc.
  • Knowledge of both general usability and accessibility specific usability problems.

Benefits

We provide excellent health benefits, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, exceptional retirement benefits, 11 paid state holidays, and two paid professional development days per year. We value the importance of your work life balance. As a result, many of our positions allow for telework, flextime, or alternate work week schedules. We are committed to growing all of our talented staff. This position is located in Rancho Cordova with free parking.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunites/job-openings/
Hiring Unit Contact:
David Hodson
(916) 431-3614
david.hodson@state.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Thomas Willis
(916) 431-5358
Thomas.Willis@state.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The Fine Print

When applying for a Job Opening, you must be sure to submit one state application per RPA #. You must indicate the RPA #  you are applying for on your application, as well as your eligibility in the Explanations box; otherwise, your application may not be processed.

If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process.

Training and Development Assignment may be considered. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies occurring in this unit for this classification within the next 60 days.

Additional Information

NOTE:  Salaries do not reflect recent changes necessitated by the unanticipated budget shortfalls arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.  Information for actual reductions of salaries is available in the Human Resources Manual, Section 2113, Personal Leave Program (PLP) at http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.