Technology Specialist for Accessibility & Compliance

Salary : $8,299.70 - $10,506.45 Monthly

Location : Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA

Job Type : Classified Staff

Job Number : 00158

Division : Academic Affairs

Department : Instructional Support Services

Opening Date : 10 / 24 / 2025

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Funding Type : District

Hiring Salary Range : $8,299.70-$8,981.10

Months of Service : 12

Full-time Equivalent (FTE) : 1.0

Work Schedule (Approx.) : Monday-Friday : 8 : 00 a.m.-5 : 00 p.m.

Initial Screening Deadline : 11 / 09 / 2025

Start Date : As soon as the successful candidate is identified and following the subsequent governing board approval.

Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Description

The Technology Specialist for Accessibility and Compliance position plays a key role in advancing the District's commitment to digital accessibility. This position is part of the Online Learning Center team and supports faculty in developing and delivering quality instruction that is equitable and accessible. This position facilitates training on accessible course content, provides individual and group consultations with faculty, and supports a range of projects including distance education certification training, online course alignment with the California Virtual College (CVC) Course Design Rubric, and the District's Zero Textbook Cost initiative. The services provided by the Technology Specialist for Accessibility and Compliance play an essential role in the District's progression toward the milestones outlined in the Accessibility Capability Maturity Model.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Chief Information Systems Officer, perform a variety of specialized duties involved in identifying and recommending potential solutions for accessibility barriers based on the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guideline (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA standards as well as compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508, and other accessibility related laws for Electronic and Information Technology (EIT); work in collaboration with faculty and staff to ensure compliance with applicable standards, practices, guidelines, and laws; and provide expertise and guidance to faculty and staff in assistive technology and national accessibility standards, practices, and guidelines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification has primary responsibility for ensuring the District's compliance with various laws, regulations, and applicable industry standards related to access technology. Responsibilities will include assisting faculty and staff in identifying and incorporating access needs consistently across the District, providing training and serving as a resource, and maintaining awareness of changing laws, regulations, and technical standards as well as emerging technologies. Secondary responsibilities will include assisting in researching other technology needs, participating in implementation, and providing training to facilitate incorporating new and changing technology and maximize end user benefits.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to : Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field

AND

Three years of experience in that includes researching and implementing new technologies and providing training to end users.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

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DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with access technology that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of accessibility and regulatory compliance issues is highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

JOB DESCRIPTION : Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Supplemental Information

SALARY SCHEDULE :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

Environment : Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; possible exposure to dissatisfied individuals.

Physical : Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and / or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision : See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing : Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE : Any application received after the deadline is not guaranteed a review.

October 24-November 9, 2025

Position advertised; District receives applications

November 9, 2025

Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration.

November 17-28, 2025

Reviewing of applications.

December 1-5, 2025

Search Committee interviews candidates

January, 2026

Tentative employment start date pending Governing Board approval.

Application Process :

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date. Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.

Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document. All notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

For Academic positions (only) : If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an

A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and / or San Ysidro).

American with Disabilities (ADA) :

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report :

SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP) :

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the website.

Southwestern Community College District provides an excellent benefits package for employees and eligible dependents that includes affordable medical plans, employer paid dental and life insurance, CalPERS and CalSTRS retirement options, vacation and sick leave accruals, and professional development opportunities.

For more information, please visit the webpage.

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Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field (i.e. technology, accessibility, instructional design)?If yes, please ensure that you've attached supporting documents for full consideration. Failure to submit supporting documents will result in an incomplete application.Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

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Do you have at least three years of experience that includes researching and implementing new technologies (i.e. accessibility, instructional design, education, academic technology) and providing training to end users?

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