Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility

🇺🇸 Kent, Ohio 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $47K - $54K 💻 Compliance 🗓️ August 30th, 2026

Accessibility ADA WCAG 2.1

Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring an Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility. This role leads university-wide efforts to keep websites, instructional materials, and digital platforms compliant with Title II of the ADA and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. The assistant director audits digital content for accessibility barriers, trains staff on inclusive design, and represents the university on statewide accessibility committees.

Highlights

Lead institutional compliance efforts for digital accessibility across websites, instructional materials, and software platforms.
Coordinate regular meetings with digital accessibility stakeholders across the university.
Conduct audits of university digital content and recommend remediation strategies.
Train faculty, staff, and stakeholders on accessible design principles and digital accessibility tools.
Oversee assistive technology and accessible formats for students with disabilities in digital learning environments.
Represent the university on statewide accessibility committees and consortiums.
Supervise unclassified staff.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, plus three years of experience in IT services, assistive technology, or digital accessibility.
Annual salary range $46,977 - $54,316.