Empire State University · 12 hours ago
Director of IT Compliance and Digital Accessibility
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$82K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expEmpire State University is currently seeking a Director of IT Compliance and Digital Accessibility in the Office of Integrated Technologies. The Director provides strategic leadership in designing, implementing, and continuously improving the university's IT compliance program, including oversight of regulatory adherence and digital accessibility initiatives. This position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and accessibility priorities are integrated into institutional planning.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement IT compliance and digital accessibility strategies aligned with federal, state, and institutional requirements (e.g., FERPA, GLBA, ADA, Section 508, GDPR, and NY SHIELD Act)
Lead initiatives to achieve and maintain strategically designated CMMI Level conformance, ensuring consistent and repeatable processes across IT operations
Oversee frameworks, metrics, and governance structures supporting IT compliance, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
Serve on the university wide EITA group ensuring that accessibility requirements, improvements are incorporated into compliance frameworks
Design, maintain, and oversee IT compliance and digital accessibility policies, standards, and procedures
Ensure alignment with Empire State University's strategic goals, SUNY system-wide policies, and accessibility best practices
Collaborate with the campus EITA group to maintain and improve institutional guidelines for accessible systems and services, websites, and technology platforms for administrative and non-instructional services
Work closely with ITS leadership, faculty, administrative, and academic leadership to ensure compliance and accessibility priorities are integrated into institutional planning and organizational efficiency efforts
Collaborate on reports related to compliance performance, accessibility evaluations, and compliance outcomes
Identify, develop, and deliver compliance training for appropriate staff
Manage communication channels related to non-instructional compliance and accessibility processes, including email, announcements, and websites
Provide information and instruction for CMMI performance and process standards
Conduct regular audits and reviews of non-instructional IT systems, software, websites, and digital documents for compliance and accessibility
Maintain systems for monitoring compliance with regulations and digital accessibility standards
Produce regular reports on compliance performance, accessibility evaluations, and remediation progress
Track and record IT audits and accessibility reviews, including internal and external evaluations
Identify risks related to compliance and accessibility; and develop mitigation strategies to address gaps or vulnerabilities
Coordinate accessibility remediation as needed, ensuring timely resolution of issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field; OR an Associate's Degree in any of the same fields plus three years of work experience in IT support or audit
A minimum of three years of experience in IT compliance, digital accessibility, instructional technology, or related higher education leadership roles
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (FERPA, GLBA, HIPAA, ADA, Section 508, GDPR, etc.)
Strong understanding of accessibility standards, assistive technologies, and universal design principles
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree in IT, Educational Technology, or related field
Relevant certifications such as CMMI Associate, International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies CPACC, Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA), or ISACA's Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Experience in higher education environments
Experience in software development, secure coding, and audit processes
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage organizational change
Benefits
NYS health insurance
Free dental and vision
Competitive retirement options
Generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals
Strong emphasis on work-life balance
Professional-development activities for professionals and support staff
Company
Empire State University
Empire State University is an public university.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Pamela Malone
Strategic Advisor to the CFO
Brian Goodale
Director of Academic Partnerships
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