Information Accessibility Program Manager (Public Service Administrator, Opt. 3)

Position Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Information Accessibility Program Manager developing and implementing the statewide Information Accessibility Program for applications for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT). In this role you will deliver employee orientation and training on topics such as digital accessibility, current standards and guidelines (Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act (IITAA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and 508), relevant state and federal policies, and accessibility technologies across digital, Web, mobile and software application platforms. In addition, you will confer with Chief Information Accessibility Officer and executive staff to discuss accessibility needs of staff and clients, as well as continuing education requirements. This position also assesses departmental accessibility needs using surveys and tools and provides findings and recommendations to the Chief Information Accessibility Office. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Information Accessibility Program Manager developing and implementing the statewide Information Accessibility Program for applications for the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT).
• Confers with Chief Information Accessibility Officer and executive staff to discuss accessibility needs of staff and clients, as well as continuing education requirements.
• Assesses departmental accessibility needs using surveys and tools and provides findings and recommendations to the Chief Information Accessibility Officer.
• Maintains budget information concerning program costs.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with coursework in management information systems, data processing, telecommunications, or directly related fields.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in management information systems, data processing, or telecommunications in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

• Requires three (3) years of professional experience translating accessibility standards and guidelines, including IITAA, ADA, and Section 508 into trainings, guidelines, and reference materials for developers, designers, and content creators.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience conducting research and comparative analysis of accessibility projects and services including assistive technologies such as ZoomText, JAWS, NVDA, and Dragon and accessibility testing tools such as Accessibility Insights, Axe, and Siteimprove.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience collaborating with executive leadership to manage program goals, logistics, requests, budgets, contracts, and procurement for accessibility-related tools, products, and services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience translating accessibility standards and guidelines, including IITAA, ADA, and Section 508 into trainings, guidelines, and reference materials for developers, designers, and content creators.
• Three (3) years of professional experience conducting research and comparative analysis of accessibility projects and services including assistive technologies such as ZoomText,,JAWS, NVDA, and Dragon and accessibility testing tools such as Accessibility Insights, Axe, and Siteimprove.
• Three (3) years of professional experience collaborating with executive leadership to manage program goals, logistics, requests, budgets, contracts, and procurement for accessibility-related tools, products, and services.
• Three (3) years of professional experience conducting accessibility audits, assessments, and usability testing across web, mobile, and software applications, and producing actionable reports and recommendations.
• Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing administrative and technical problems, and developing practical, innovative solutions in alignment with organizational goals and accessibility requirements.
• Demonstrated organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and program logistics effectively.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex information and build consensus.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to use agency-supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, and any other required equipment or devices.
• Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General (OEIG) for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
• Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.