Associate Director, Digital Accessibility Procurement

The salary range for this position is $166,641 - $175,000. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.

USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions once you meet the Program's eligibility; tuition benefits for staff & their family; free professional development online courses; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses & free tram pick up services; discounts to football, basketball & other campus events.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Computer Science Or Education Or Business Administration Or in related field(s)

Addtional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 5 years

Additional Experience Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience

Minimum Skills: At least five (5) years of operations or project management experience in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated expertise and knowledge in WCAG 2.1 standards and requirements, the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), and other pertinent laws and regulations in a complex higher education environment. Ability to provide guidance on technology accessibility based on applicable laws and regulations that directly impact the services provided and delivered. Knowledge of principles guiding the application of reasonable modifications under the ADA.

Ability to provide technical expertise and guidance to technical implementations teams regarding accessibility. Demonstrated ability to set and meet targets. Ability to clearly explain processes and policies to business partners at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Education: Master's degree

Preferred Certifications: Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) Department of Homeland Security Section 508 Trusted Tester



USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.