Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility (revised)

Kent State University; Kent (OH); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Job summary

Kent State University seeks an Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility to lead university-wide efforts ensuring ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.0/2.1 AA compliance across websites, instructional materials, software, and digital platforms.

This role partners with multiple departments, conducts audits, trains staff, and supports governance to advance accessibility with measurable outcomes. Hybrid work model and security screening required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or relevant field.
• Three years' experience in information technology services, assistive technology, or digital accessibility.
• Knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.0/2.1 Level AA compliance and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead institutional efforts to ensure ongoing compliance with digital accessibility laws and regulations.
• Coordinate regular meetings of accessibility stakeholders for consistent communication.
• Assist with policy creation and maintenance for accessibility compliance.
• Conduct regular audits to identify barriers and recommend remediation.
• Provide training and consultation on accessible design principles and tools.
• Oversee integration of assistive technologies and accessible formats for learners with disabilities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Accessibility audits

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS

Tools

WCAG guidelines

Job description

Job Title:

Assistant Director, Digital Accessibility (revised)

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$53,015 - $62,550

Basic Function:

Lead collaborative efforts with university departments and committees to ensure digital accessibility and institutional compliance of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and applicable regulations. Reports to Director, Digital and Student Accessibility Services.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Not applicable.

Examples of Duties:

• Provide leadership of institutional efforts to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant state and federal legislation and regulations as it pertains to digital accessibility, including websites, instructional materials, software platforms, and all university digital platforms.
• Coordinate regular meetings of digital accessibility stakeholders to ensure consistent communication.
• Assist with creation and maintenance of policies and procedures for digital accessibility compliance.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of university digital content to identify accessibility barriers and recommend remediation strategies.
• Provide training and consultation to relevant stakeholders on accessible design principles and digital accessibility tools.
• Oversee the integration of assistive technologies and accessible formats for students with disabilities in digital learning environments. Represent the university on statewide accessibility committees and consortiums.
• Represent the department and division on university wide committees.
• Supervise unclassified staff.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Not applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or relevant field. Three years' experience in information technology services, assistive technology, or digital accessibility.

License/Certification:

None.

Knowledge Of:

Section 508 and WCAG 2.0/2.1 Level AA compliance and implementation

Evaluating and remediating digital content for accessibility (websites, PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, multimedia)

Personal computer applications

Skill In:

• Written verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Conducting digital accessibility audits and documenting compliance findings
• Collaborating with various constituencies and stakeholders to ensure digital accessibility solutions

Ability To:

• Provide direction and leadership to others
• Train faculty, staff, and stakeholders on digital accessibility best practices and inclusive design
• Work with diverse constituents

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None.

Working Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM or otherwise discussed with your supervisor. This is a hybrid position, with the option to work from home one to two days per week after training and once working independently.

Additional Information:

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is cultura ly and inte lectua ly diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Must pass a security check.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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