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Purdue University Global is hiring a Digital Accessibility Specialist. The role involves ensuring digital content complies with accessibility standards and regulations by conducting audits, collaborating with teams to implement solutions, and supporting inclusive education through technology and course content improvements.

Highlights

Conduct accessibility audits using tools like Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
Ensure compliance with WCAG standards and ADA regulations.
Develop and implement accessibility solutions in collaboration with designers, developers, and content creators.
Prepare reports and document accessibility findings for stakeholders.
Consult on course design and partner with faculty and instructional designers to improve accessibility.
Use assistive technologies and maintain knowledge of emerging accessibility tools and guidelines.
Require Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and certification from IAAP or Section 508 Trusted Tester.
Minimum 2 years of experience in digital accessibility or UX required; knowledge of D2L Brightspace preferred.
Strong skills in web technologies (HTML, CSS, ARIA) and proficiency with Google Workspace and MS Office.
Target salary is $72,500; remote position; background check required.

Purdue Global Digital Accessibility Specialist Full Description

Our Opportunity:

The Digital Accessibility Specialist will provide support to Purdue University Global. Building on Purdue University's mission to provide greater access to affordable, high-quality education, Purdue University Global is a public, nonprofit institution offering a world-class education online.

Job Summary:

The Digital Accessibility Specialist is responsible for ensuring that digital resources and content are accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. This role ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, rules, and guidelines, including Office of Civil Rights standards and regulations. The Digital Accessibility Specialist is responsible for accessibility audits, preparing reports, providing recommendations and collaborating with teams to implement accessibility solutions. This position also conducts investigations as needed to ensure compliance and maintain a culture of equal opportunity, health and safety, international services, disability services and research quality. The Digital Accessibility Specialist develops and implements solutions in collaboration with designers, developers, and content creators to address accessibility issues and enhance the user experience.

What to expect in this role:

Accessibility Audits and Evaluations
- Use automated and manual testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) to evaluate and validate accessibility.
- Conduct thorough assessments of websites, applications, and digital content to identify accessibility issues and ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.
- Identify and document accessibility barriers.
- Develop and implement solutions to address identified accessibility barriers, collaborating with designers, developers, and content creators.
- Update course materials submitted by the curriculum, including student-facing documents, for ADA compliance.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Document accessibility findings, track progress, and provide reports to stakeholders.
- Assist with other practice areas in Curriculum to ensure that content maintains a high level of accessibility.
- Continuously assess and refine accessibility processes to improve efficiency and user experience.
Collaboration and Consultation:
- Consult on course design and technology implementations to ensure inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities.
- Partner with faculty and instructional designers to review and improve the accessibility of course materials, assessments, multimedia content, and the Learning Management System.
- Collaborate with Student Accessibility Services to address student accommodation needs in digital environments and help resolve complex accessibility challenges.
Innovation
- Research, test, and implement emerging tools, technologies, and strategies that improve user experience and ensure compliance.
- Continuously monitor and apply the latest updates to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) accessibility guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

To support your application, candidates are asked to please submit a cover letter explaining how your experience aligns with the key duties and responsibilities listed. If certain required skills or qualifications are not immediately evident in your résumé, please highlight them in your cover letter.

Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in learning design and technology, curriculum and instruction, web development/design, information technology, computer science, or related area.
Certification from one of the following: International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP): CPACC (certified professional of accessible core competencies), WAS (web accessibility specialist), or ADS (accessible document specialist); or the Section 508 Trusted Tester from DHS.
Minimum 2 years of experience in digital accessibility or UX required
Preferred: Knowledgeable with D2L’s Brightspace and/or other LMS systems.

What we’re looking for

Knowledge of disability law, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Experience using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools (e.g., screen readers, WAVE, Axe)
Experience with web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and ARIA.
Extensive knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards and guidelines.
Limited experience with accessibility conformance documentation such as VPATs and ACRs.
Ability to use a wide variety of popular assistive technology (e.g Dragon, Naturally Speaking, JAWS, ClaroRead)
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Ability to learn emerging technologies.
Effective analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, resolve issues or make recommendations as appropriate.
Capable of building strong working relationships across teams, departments and Schools.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Strong collaboration, communication, and writing skills for effective partnership across remote teams, departments, and academic Schools.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization.
Demonstrates exceptional organizational and teamwork abilities.
Ability to apply knowledge of emerging educational technologies, including Web 3.0, and AI-powered tools.
Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace applications (Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) including Chat and Google Hangout plus MS Office.

Additional Information

The target salary is $72,500.
A cover letter is required as part of your application for this role.
Please note that this is a remote position.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check is required for employment in this position.
We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish to review the Purdue Virtual Meeting Professional Standards.
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.

Original Job Description

Our Opportunity:

Job Summary:

What to expect in this role:

Accessibility Audits and Evaluations
- Use automated and manual testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) to evaluate and validate accessibility.
- Conduct thorough assessments of websites, applications, and digital content to identify accessibility issues and ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.
- Identify and document accessibility barriers.
- Develop and implement solutions to address identified accessibility barriers, collaborating with designers, developers, and content creators.
- Update course materials submitted by the curriculum, including student-facing documents, for ADA compliance.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Document accessibility findings, track progress, and provide reports to stakeholders.
- Assist with other practice areas in Curriculum to ensure that content maintains a high level of accessibility.
- Continuously assess and refine accessibility processes to improve efficiency and user experience.
Collaboration and Consultation:
- Consult on course design and technology implementations to ensure inclusive learning environments for students with disabilities.
- Partner with faculty and instructional designers to review and improve the accessibility of course materials, assessments, multimedia content, and the Learning Management System.
- Collaborate with Student Accessibility Services to address student accommodation needs in digital environments and help resolve complex accessibility challenges.
Innovation
- Research, test, and implement emerging tools, technologies, and strategies that improve user experience and ensure compliance.
- Continuously monitor and apply the latest updates to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) accessibility guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in learning design and technology, curriculum and instruction, web development/design, information technology, computer science, or related area.
Certification from one of the following: International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP): CPACC (certified professional of accessible core competencies), WAS (web accessibility specialist), or ADS (accessible document specialist); or the Section 508 Trusted Tester from DHS.
Minimum 2 years of experience in digital accessibility or UX required
Preferred: Knowledgeable with D2L’s Brightspace and/or other LMS systems.

What we’re looking for

Knowledge of disability law, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Experience using assistive technologies and accessibility testing tools (e.g., screen readers, WAVE, Axe)
Experience with web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and ARIA.
Extensive knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards and guidelines.
Limited experience with accessibility conformance documentation such as VPATs and ACRs.
Ability to use a wide variety of popular assistive technology (e.g Dragon, Naturally Speaking, JAWS, ClaroRead)
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Ability to learn emerging technologies.
Effective analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, resolve issues or make recommendations as appropriate.
Capable of building strong working relationships across teams, departments and Schools.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Strong collaboration, communication, and writing skills for effective partnership across remote teams, departments, and academic Schools.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization.
Demonstrates exceptional organizational and teamwork abilities.
Ability to apply knowledge of emerging educational technologies, including Web 3.0, and AI-powered tools.
Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace applications (Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) including Chat and Google Hangout plus MS Office.

Additional Information

The target salary is $72,500.
A cover letter is required as part of your application for this role.
Please note that this is a remote position.
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
A background check is required for employment in this position.
We ask that our remote employees have access to a reliable internet connection and a dedicated, properly equipped workspace that is free of distractions. You may wish to review the Purdue Virtual Meeting Professional Standards.
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Purdue Global is an EEO/AA employer. Our goal is to recruit and retain talent from a broad pool of applicants. Purdue Global celebrates a variety of perspectives, experiences, and skills to support a success-focused environment for employees and students. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All are encouraged to apply.

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