Director, Instructional Technology & Web (Administrator II)
California State University•San Diego, CA
•$126,536 - $136,536•Hybrid
About The Position
San Diego State University is seeking a strategic and innovative Director of Instructional Technology & Web to lead the university’s instructional technology, web services, accessibility, and instructional design programs. This role provides vision, leadership, and operational oversight for a multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering accessible, user-centered digital experiences that support teaching, learning, and engagement across the university. The position reports to the Senior Associate Vice President and Deputy CIO.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Web Development, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressively responsible experience supporting web technologies, digital learning environments, accessibility initiatives, or related enterprise technology services.
- Demonstrated success designing, developing, and supporting secure, accessible, and user-centered web services, applications, and digital platforms.
- Experience managing enterprise web platforms, learning technologies, learning management systems (LMS), or other complex digital ecosystems.
- Strong knowledge of digital accessibility standards and regulations, including ATI, ADA Title II, and WCAG, with experience advancing accessibility practices across digital content and services.
- Knowledge of instructional design principles, including Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and experience integrating accessibility, usability, and instructional design best practices into technology-enhanced learning environments.
- Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, students, and external partners to advance institutional goals.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, build consensus, and lead cross-functional initiatives.
- Experience working in higher education or other large, complex organizations and supporting enterprise-scale technology platforms and services.
- Must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic plans, service roadmaps, and governance frameworks for instructional technologies, web services, and accessibility initiatives.
- Provide strategic direction for the university’s learning management system (LMS), instructional technology platforms, and digital learning ecosystem.
- Establish standards, policies, and best practices for instructional design, web development, accessibility, and content management.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to inform institutional strategy and service enhancements.
- Lead the strategy and governance of SDSU’s web presence, ensuring a cohesive, accessible, and institutionally aligned digital experience.
- Oversee web content management systems, digital platforms, and accessibility initiatives across the university.
- Direct Accessibility Technology Initiative (ATI) compliance efforts and support adherence to ADA, WCAG, CSU, and other regulatory requirements.
- Advance Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and accessible instructional materials across all learning environments.
- Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for a multidisciplinary team of web developers, instructional designers, accessibility specialists, and technology professionals.
- Establish performance expectations, assign priorities, and support staff growth and success.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee daily operations to ensure high-quality service delivery and effective resource utilization.
- Lead enterprise technology projects, including system implementations, upgrades, platform enhancements, and integrations.
- Coordinate project planning, stakeholder engagement, resource allocation, testing, and implementation activities.
- Manage departmental budgets, procurement activities, vendor relationships, contracts, and software licensing agreements.
- Monitor service metrics and operational performance to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- 15 paid holidays
- 24 vacation days
- 12 sick days per year
- CalPERS defined benefit pension plan
- Reciprocity with the UC Retirement Plan
- Retiree healthcare benefits
- Variety of health, dental, and vision plans at no or low cost
- California State University system fee reduction program for yourself or a qualified dependent
- Voluntary benefits: Auto & Home Insurance, Life and Disability Insurances, a Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, and the ScholarShare 529 Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
