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Santa Rosa Junior College
Instructional Accessibility Specialist
  • Position Number: 6531334
  • Location: Santa Rosa, CA
  • Position Type: Instructional Technology and Design


Instructional Accessibility Specialist
Santa Rosa Junior College


Salary: $6,654.00 - $8,090.00 Monthly

Job Type: Classified

Job Number: 25-01504

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Distance Education Program

Closing: 9/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

APPLICATION FILLING DEADLINE: September 23, 2025

Position is open until filled. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE
The following timeline dates are tentative and subject to change, as determined by the Screening and Interviewing Committee.
  • First Round of Interviews: Week of 10/21/25
  • Finalist Interviews: 10/28/25
  • Desired Start Date: Week of 11/18/25

Compensation/Benefits
  • Salary Range: $6,654.00 - $8,090.00 per month (24/25 Classified Salary Schedule);maximum initial placement at mid-range, which is $7,334.00 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). An additional 2% compensation will be added to the base salary for an earned doctorate degree.
  • Leave/Holiday Time: Full-time classified unit members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after first year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).
  • Retirement: Santa Rosa Junior College is a CalSTRS and CalPERS employer. Eligibility will be determined based on the regulations established by both agencies.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
Under general direction, provides technical assistance, training, and resource materials to faculty in the areas of web accessibility, accessible online education, and accessible digital media. Consults with and trains faculty on the creation of accessible course materials. Reviews online and hybrid courses and organizes remediation work by staff. Designs and maintains the Distance Education web pages, ensuring compliance to web accessibility guidelines. Produces a variety of computer and/or web graphics and multimedia.

This is a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

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.

  1. Creates training materials and delivers trainings and consultations to faculty on accessibility practices.
  2. Reviews courses and consults with faculty on accessibility issues.
  3. Assists faculty on remediation of course materials. Organizes accessibility tasks and guides staff on implementing accessibility remediation work.
  4. Designs and maintains the Distance Education web pages.
  5. Maintains awareness of new technology tools and trends related to web accessibility, accessible online education, and accessible digital media. Learns and delivers trainings on new technology.
  6. Coordinates with other accessibility experts to form and recommend accessibility plans and policy considerations to the district.
  7. Monitors accessibility standards in compliance with applicable regulations, adjusts training materials to reflect changing standards, and strategizes how to implement standards.
  8. Records and reports on accessibility of courses, including status of courses.
  9. May supervise student employees.
  10. May serve as lead worker to other classified and short-term, non-continuing (STNC) employees in the area.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
  1. Fundamentals and techniques of creating and producing accessible web pages, online forms, and digital media.
  2. Web accessibility laws and web standards.
  3. Current technology including accessibility testing and web development tools, learning management systems, computer graphics packages, courseware-authoring tools.
  4. Media production, communication, and dissemination techniques.
  5. Relevant local, state, and federal rules and regulations, programs, policies, and procedures.
  6. Applicable technology usage, including standard office productivity software and other appropriate technology.

ABILITY TO:
  1. Work effectively with faculty and staff who have a variety of technical skill levels.
  2. Collaborate productively and cooperatively with individuals and groups both internally and/or externally.
  3. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  4. Exercise appropriate judgement in interactions with others and with work processes.
  5. Interact with the public in a helpful, courteous, and professional manner.
  6. Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.


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 the supervising administrators, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

EDUCATION:
Associate degree in web design or a closely related field of study required.

EXPERIENCE:
2+ years of related experience with web design and development and accessibility remediation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Expertise in the use of accessibility tools such as those in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software
  • Experience with learning management systems
  • Experience with web development tools, computer graphics packages, and content management systems

SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE COMMITMENT:
All classifications require a commitment to the District's Vision, Mission, Values, Goals and Objectives as articulated in the Strategic Plan.

Application Procedures

To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must provide the following:
  1. A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.
  2. Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.
  3. A brief cover letter.
  4. Current resume.
  5. A written response to the diversity supplemental question.
  6. Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded.
    1. If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.
  7. If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the Classified Equivalency Application (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
  • Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
  • If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.
  • Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer remote only' assignments).
  • Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
  • Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.
  • Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.
  • Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found here.
  • An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

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. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor's degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

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.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about Title IX, please refer to District Board Policy 3433 and Administrative Procedure 3434, which outlines our commitment to proactive measures in preventing sexual harassment and ensuring a respectful and inclusive community for all.



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