Digital Accessibility Specialist
$57,542–$63,297 year
On-siteWaco, Texas, United States
Waco, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$57,542–$63,297 yearEDUCATIONLarge
Full TimeLargeEDUCATION
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive accessibility evaluations of Learning Management Systems, websites, and digital content using manual and automated testing to ensure compliance with ADA Title II, Section 508, and WCAG. Serve as the institutional technical resource by providing consultation, developing remediation strategies, and evaluating third-party technologies for faculty, instructional designers, and procurement teams. Deliver accessibility training programs and technical support regarding assistive technologies while collaborating with cross-functional departments to advance inclusive digital practices. Analyze assessment findings to identify trends and recommend improvements to institutional standards and workflows.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, Accessibility Studies, or a related field
- Three years of experience supporting digital accessibility, instructional technology, educational technology, web accessibility, accessibility compliance, or a related technical function
- Two years of experience conducting accessibility evaluations, interpreting and applying ADA Title II, Section 508, and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to digital content, instructional technologies, enterprise software, or websites
- Two years of experience providing technical consultation, accessibility remediation guidance, user support, or training related to digital accessibility, instructional technology, or enterprise technologies
- Ability to conduct manual and automated accessibility evaluations using industry-standard accessibility testing tools
- Ability to interpret and apply ADA Title II, Section 508, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and institutional accessibility standards to digital learning environments and enterprise technologies
- Ability to provide technical consultation and develop remediation strategies for digital accessibility barriers
- Ability to evaluate third-party software, digital platforms, instructional technologies, and enterprise applications for accessibility compliance
- Ability to develop and deliver technical training related to digital accessibility, assistive technologies, and Universal Design for Learning
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly through written, verbal, and presentation formats to technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and regulatory deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Must be reachable during business hours through standard communication channels as required by the role
- Some duties may require work outside standard business hours to support accessibility testing, system implementations, training events, or institutional priorities
- Periodic in-state travel to TSTC campuses or meetings beyond the employee's designated or nearest base campus may be required based on business needs
- This position requires sustained attention to digital content, accessibility standards, regulatory compliance, and technical documentation while utilizing specialized software and assistive technologies
- This position is full-time and is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Desired Qualifications
- Four years of experience supporting digital accessibility, instructional technology, educational technology, web accessibility, accessibility compliance, or a related technical function
- Three years of experience conducting accessibility evaluations and developing remediation strategies for digital content, instructional technologies, enterprise software, or websites
- IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS), or other recognized accessibility certification
- Experience with Canvas Learning Management System
- Experience evaluating Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs)
- Experience supporting accessibility initiatives within higher education, workforce education, instructional design, or public sector organizations
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