Digital Accessibility Analyst - 530728

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama is seeking a Digital Accessibility Analyst to evaluate the accessibility of campus digital resources, including websites, templates, and themes. You will use manual testing, automated tools, and assistive technology to identify issues, document findings, and track remediation efforts.

Responsibilities include prioritizing accessibility concerns, guiding stakeholders, and supporting adoption of accessible technology across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher and some digital accessibility experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current digital accessibility laws and standards (WCAG 2.1+).
• Ability to develop and maintain accessible websites, apps, and mobile apps, including coding.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate digital accessibility of campus technologies, websites, templates, and themes using manual testing and automated tools.
• Document findings, track accessibility issues, and recommend improvements.
• Support adoption of accessible technology and provide stakeholders with accessibility guidance.
• Contribute to accessibility reporting and remediation planning.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $57,200 - Midpoint: $74,300 (Salaried E9)

Department/Organization:200722 - Center for Instructional Technology

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:The Digital Accessibility Analyst uses manual testing, automated tools, audit reports, and assistive technology to evaluate, document, and track the accessibility of campus technologies, digital assets, websites, templates, and themes. Prioritizes and addresses accessibility concerns and recommends improvements in internally developed digital resources and applications. Supports the acquisition and adoption of accessible technology. Provides campus stakeholders with accessibility guidance.

Additional Department Summary:Applies and uses technical and practical knowledge and analytical skills to evaluate, document, and improve the digital accessibility status of institutional resources. Performs data collection, synthesis, analysis, and reporting. Develops recommendations to support digital accessibility evaluation, documentation, and remediation efforts.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher and some digital accessibility experience.

Skills and Knowledge:Demonstrated knowledge of current digital accessibility laws and standards, specifically WCAG 2.1 or greater guidelines. Knowledge of developing and maintaining accessible websites, applications, and or mobile applications, including coding. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:Professional experience in higher education. Professional experience in digital accessibility testing, evaluation, and reporting. Experience collaborating on digital accessibility-related projects or tasks. Experience managing projects. Professional certification in digital accessibility. Bachelor's degree or higher in web development, technology accessibility, or related field and two (2) years of professional experience. Experience with industry-leading assistive technologies such as JAWS, NVDA, ZoomText, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and adaptive strategies like keyboard navigation.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’sKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.

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