• Job Description

  Req#: 4104390
  
  
  THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY
  
  
  THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2023
  
  This position will have hybrid workplace options but may still be required to report to the business address listed based on business need or at the requirement of the supervisor.
  
  This position is term-limited until 6/30/2026, the applicant selected for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
  
  
  The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.
  
  
  This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.
  
  
  We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.
  In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits :
  • Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

  • Medical and dental health plans

  • Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

  • Paid life insurance

  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

  • BenefitHub state employee discount program

  • MotivateMe employee wellness program

  • Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

  • Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces

  • RTD Eco-Pass Commuter Program

  • Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
  
  
  
  Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
  
  
  CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
  
  
  PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
  The salary range for this posting is -
  $43.88 - $55.05 Hourly
  $3,510.46 - $4,404.00 Biweekly
  $7,606.00 - $9,542.00 Monthly
  $91,272.00 - $114,504.00 Annually
  
  
  Lead CDLE's Accessibility Program’s vision and mission through collaboration across our agency
  
  
  1. Strong commitment to equity, disability, and inclusion, including accessibility . Have a strong understanding of assistive technologies. Involve different perspectives, including internal and external stakeholders, in the prioritization process. Review the situation regularly to benefit from arising opportunities.

  2. Execute CDLE’s accessibility strategy through engaging stakeholders including leadership, Human Resources, Communications and Design, Equity Diversity and Inclusion groups, product managers and owners, technology teams, and the Office of Information Technology (OIT). Secure the necessary resources, align accessibility and business objectives, and reinforce the strategy. Communicate and publish CDLE’s accessibility strategy ensuring alignment with departmental and statewide goals.

  3. Create objectives in response to the accessibility strategies and problems goals. Develop measurable objectives that address accessibility goals and gaps within the organization’s technology portfolio, web content, processes, and policies. Clarify what activities need to be planned, define required deliverables, and ensure that successful delivery can be determined with a plan for sustainability.

  4. Create a policy framework and workflows by collaborating with stakeholders to build accessibility throughout the agency, define success, and formulate success metrics. Communicate metrics to stakeholders across the agency.

  5. Oversee accessibility testing and mitigation across the agency’s technology and website portfolio including working with product owners and leadership in prioritizing their applications and deciding on testing paths.

  6. Monitor budget associated with implementation of accessibility strategy and within constraints of prioritized testing and mitigation efforts.

  7. Lead an accessibility-focused committee across the department to generate feedback, empower users to solve accessibility challenges, and assist in creation of policies, procedures, training, etc.

  8. Create a training plan for the Accessibility Program for CDLE staff in various roles. Coordinate with Organizational Development and Training (ODT) on delivery across multiple roles as well as OIT in alignment with training that is being developed to ensure accessibility is fully embedded in the agency.

  9. Manage relationships with vendors , OIT and CDLE technology teams for accessibility testing, backlog prioritization of accessibility defects, and other accessibility services.

  10. Develop accessibility standards and best practices for CDLE and act as consultant for the agency for current WCAG standards and assist with problem solving complex accessibility issues.
  
  
  This role will need to think creatively and utilize research skills to solve complex strategic problems as well as day-to-day challenges that face their stakeholders around accessibility.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  Substitutions :
  
  Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
  
  Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment to include: Technology, Business Systems, Program Management, Communications, Public Engagement, Public Administration, Social Work, Business Administration, or other field closely related to the work assignment.
  
  Five years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position to include:
  
  
  • Experience implementing digital accessibility;

  • Knowledge and experience using Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to audit and mitigate digital content;

  • Effective management of one or more projects of large, strategic, and complex initiatives
  
  
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current or former State experience relevant to this position.

  • International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) Certification(s)

  • Demonstrated project management experience in a large organization.

  • Knowledge and experience in accessibility requirements, including ADA rules, regulations, standards.

  • Experience training and relaying information to employees and stakeholders in an easy to understand manner.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
  
  Required Competencies:
  • Strategic mindset to set objectives and goals at the programmatic level; the ability to define success and develop metrics as well as see process and program gaps

  • Creative problem solving abilities to work through complex problems

  • Ability to independently research gaps in knowledge

  • Stakeholder management skills with emphasis on inclusion of individuals with disabilities

  • Full understanding of why digital accessibility is important and impact on users with disabilities

  • Knowledge and understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and surrounding legal framework, e.g., Section 508 Compliance, state laws, etc.

  • Experience with software testing and different types of manual testing techniques and tools including assistive technology (JAWS), mobile and responsive

  • Agile methodology and ability to assist with backlog prioritization and traceability to WCAG conformance criteria.
  
  Conditions of Employment:
  • You must pass a thorough background check to include the eVerify process.
  • Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
  • This position is term-limited until 6/30/2026, the applicant selected for this position will be required to sign a waiver of retention rights.
  
  
  APPEAL RIGHTS:
  
  If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
  
  An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
  
  For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
  For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: chris.mcgill@state.co.us
  
  
  
  
  Minimum Qualification Screening
  A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
  
  
  Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.
  
  
  Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review
  After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.
  
  
  Supplemental Questions
  Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.
  
  
  THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES
  
  
  The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
  
  The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Jay Wilson, at jay.wilson@state.co.us . Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

• About the company

  Colorado is a state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It encompasses most of the Southern Rocky Mountains, as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains.

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