Posting Detail Information Working TitleSenior Director, Accessibility Center Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202500191AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleSenior Management Level I Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$150,000 - $175,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on03/24/2025 Description of Work Unit Colorado State University seeks a Senior Director to lead a new Center that will support accessibility and inclusive educational technology needs across campus. This Center will be housed under the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President, and it will work closely with and complement the work of other units, such as The Institute for Learning and Teaching ( TILT ), the Office of Equal Opportunity ( OEO ), the Office of Inclusive Excellence, the Division of Information Technology (DoIT), Libraries, Facilities, and the Office for Civil Rights Compliance. The Senior Director and Center staff will assure CSU complies with legal mandates and support faculty and units in ensuring all electronic communications and coursework are accessible. Colorado State University was established in 1870 as the land-grant institution for the State of Colorado. The University is committed to equity and inclusive excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in education, research, and engagement for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world. CSU enrolls over 28,000 residential and 6,000 online students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. CSU has many highly ranked departments and innovative interdisciplinary programs. CSU’s faculty are recognized nationally or internationally as contributing significantly to their disciplines or interdisciplinary research. As a premier land-grant university, CSU is preparing students to solve the great global challenges of our time. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service, and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States and the world. CSU’s guiding principles include a commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination and campus specific Principles of Community. Specifically in the IT environment, the Accessibility Center will assist campus with meeting its mission and upholding its values. CSU is in the city of Fort Collins, a dynamic community with a population of approximately 170,000. Situated 65 miles north of Denver at the western edge of the Great Plains and at the base of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins is a gateway to world-class skiing, hiking, fishing, climbing, and biking. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year and low humidity, Fort Collins residents enjoy pleasant weather year-round. Indoor and outdoor activities are enjoyable in every season. Colorado has earned a worldwide reputation as an area that offers an unparalleled lifestyle, and Fort Collins represents the very best of Colorado with top award rankings from Forbes for Best Place for Business/Careers, Gallup Well Being Index for Healthiest Mid-Size City in America, CBS Money watch List of Top 10 Best Places to Retire, Outside Magazine Best Towns in America, among other select recognitions: http://www.fcgov.com/fcfacts. Position Summary Are you a visionary leader passionate about leveraging technology to make education accessible for all? We’re seeking a Senior Director to launch our new Accessibility Center. You’ll shape the strategic direction, build an innovative team, and partner across the University to weave accessibility into every aspect of our work. If you’re ready to make a transformative impact, this role is for you! The new Center Senior Director will provide strategic direction and oversight for IT accessibility services at CSU . This high-level position will be responsible for staying abreast of best practices for IT accessibility and assistive technologies, assuring CSU complies with all legal mandates, and coordinating with University stakeholders to develop and fully integrate accommodation and IT accessibility throughout CSU . With a user-focused and universal design lens, the Senior Director will also lead the integration of the Assistive Technology Resource Center ( ARTC )and the remediation and accommodation services from the Student Disability Center ( SDC ) to the new Accessibility Center. This position involves management of a central campus unit and its staff as well as significant independent decision-making and extensive partnering with units and individuals across the university. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience, a deep understanding of IT accessibility best practices and regulations, and the ability to build relationships and consensus among diverse stakeholders. The Center Senior Director is a 12-month full-time position. Required Job Qualifications + Master’s degree from an accredited institution. + Ten or more years of years of progressively responsible experience in a related field. + Demonstrated success managing complex operational projects and strategic initiatives involving diverse stakeholders. + Demonstrated experience in and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. + Ability to exercise sound judgement, tact, discretion, and integrity with sensitive and confidential information. + Deep understanding of IT accessibility landscape "including in operational activities, supervision, and leadership " + Understanding of recent and emerging laws governing IT accessibility in higher education. Preferred Job Qualifications + Fourteen or more years of years of progressively responsible experience in a related field. + Experience supervising and leading large and complex teams of at least 10 employees . + Experience related to budget oversight. + Demonstrated commitment to advancing student support and success. + Commitment to CSU’s Principles of Community. + Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. + Engagement with and connection to national initiatives and trends related to accessibility and inclusive educational technology. + Skill and comfort with data and assessment. + Familiarity with and commitment to the Land Grant Mission and its purpose. Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryStrategy, Leadership, and Employee Management Duty/Responsibility + Staying current on best practices and trends in IT accessibility and assistive technologies to inform the direction and priorities of the Center + Providing oversight of campus in adhering to the CSU Policy: Accessibility of Electronic Information and Technologies + Collaborating with key University stakeholders to understand needs and align the Center’s services and initiatives + Ensuring that the Center helps CSU meet legal requirements and compliance with state and federal IT accessibility laws and policies + Overseeing the Center’s budget, personnel, and operations + Promoting a user-focused, universal design approach to IT accessibility across the University + Integrating the cultures and personnel of the various units being combined into the new Center, including the Assistive Technology Resource Center, Student Disability Center, and Institute for Teaching and Learning Percentage Of Time75% Job Duty CategoryLiaison Roles and Committee Membership Duty/Responsibility + Liaison with various entities, including the Institute for Learning and Teaching ( TILT ), the Office of Equal Opportunity ( OEO ), the Office of Inclusive Excellence, the Division of Information Technology (DoIT), Libraries, Facilities, the Office for Civil Rights Compliance, the Vice Provost and Dean for Undergraduate Affairs, and college leadership + Ex officiomember of the Center Advisory Board Percentage Of Time25% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, application materials must be submitted by Monday, March 24 at 11:59 p.m. MT. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. A Curriculum Vitae is optional. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. If you have questions, please contact Kristin Mravinec at kristin.mravinec@colostate.edu. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Search ContactKristin Mravinec: kristin.mravinec@colostate.edu or 970-491-4377 EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume or CV Optional Documents