Accessibility Technical Lead

CalPERS; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPERS is seeking an Accessibility Technical Lead within the Information Technology department to champion accessible, user-centered design across digital services. You will bridge front-end UX and developer implementation to deliver inclusive experiences.

You will guide accessibility solutions from concept through design, build, test and rollout, collaborating with business partners, designers, and engineers in a hybrid Sacramento environment.

Qualifications

• Statement of Qualifications required for review by the hiring manager.
• SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and respond to specific questions.
• Describe leadership and collaboration across accessibility-related efforts with examples.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead advancing accessibility across CalPERS digital services.
• Guide accessibility solutions from concept through design, build, test and implementation.
• Collaborate with partners, designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver inclusive experiences.

Skills

Accessibility leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical leadership

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534438

Position #(s): 275-811-1414-032

Working Title: Accessibility Technical Lead

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. Headquartered in downtown Sacramento, we are a destination employer with an international reputation for leadership and innovation. At CalPERS, we’re committed to people – the people we serve, our team members, and the larger community around us. CalPERS is situated near the Napa Valley, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and other desirable destinations, and we offer competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.
If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. To find out more about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website !
To take a look at CalPERS as a destination employer, view this YouTube video .

Job Description And Duties

Anticipated Interview Dates: We anticipate holding in-person interviews beginning the week of October 26, 2026. We look forward to meeting with you!
Do you believe technology should be accessible to everyone? Are you passionate about creating digital experiences that remove barriers and make services easier to use for all people? Do you enjoy partnering with others to turn accessibility principles into real-world technical solutions? If so, this may be the opportunity for you.
The Accessibility Compliance Team (ACT) is seeking an Information Technology Specialist II to serve as a technical lead in advancing accessibility across CalPERS digital services. In this role, you will champion accessible, user-centered design and help bridge the gap between front-end user experience and developer implementation. You will collaborate with business partners, designers, developers, and other stakeholders to guide accessibility solutions from concept through design, build, test, and implementation. This position plays a key role in helping CalPERS deliver inclusive digital experiences that support compliance, improve usability, and expand access for the people we serve.

Telework Information

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work and three days or more onsite, per week.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

Effective July 1, 2025, The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

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Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications
Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ or those that do not respond to the specific questions below will not be considered.
The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement of Qualifications,” and each response must list all relevant experience, education, and training, including duties performed. The SOQ must not exceed two pages in length.
Please respond to the following questions. Your responses should be specific, concise, and based on your own experience. Include relevant examples that clearly describe your role, the actions you took, the technologies you used, and the outcome. Responses should reflect your ability to lead, influence, coordinate, and apply accessibility principles in a technical and enterprise environment.

• Describe a time when you led or influenced an accessibility-related effort across a project, team, or program. In your response, explain the scope of the effort, your role in guiding the work, the stakeholders involved, the technologies or platforms impacted, the challenges you encountered, and the outcome.
• This position requires translating accessibility requirements into practical implementation. Describe a situation where you worked with business partners, designers, developers, or other stakeholders to resolve an accessibility issue or improve accessibility in a product, application, or service. In your response, describe how you communicated the issue, built consensus, addressed barriers, and supported implementation. Include the technologies, systems, or applications involved.

Minimum Qualifications

All experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) listed on the Classification Specification should be included in your application package to clearly demonstrate how you meet the MQs for this position. If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Posting under "Minimum Requirements".
**Please Note:** You may need to pass an examination to establish list eligibility prior to a final offer of employment. To find and take an exam, visit CalHR’s CalCareers website .

Need help with your state application, resume, Statement of Qualifications, or interview preparation?

The CalPERS Career Services & Outreach team provides comprehensive support throughout the CalPERS hiring process. Our services include one-on-one online consultations for application assistance, Statement of Qualification review, and interview preparation. To schedule an appointment and receive personalized guidance from our team, please use the following booking link: CalPERS Career Services Consultations .

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).