LMS Accessibility and Compliance

Lake-Washington-Institute-of-Technolog; Firloch (WA); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington Institute of Technology in Kirkland near Seattle seeks a short-term, project-based specialist to support accessibility and ADA Title II compliance for course materials within the Canvas LMS. You will review a variety of digital content and coordinate with faculty to remediate accessibility issues.

The role focuses on WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 adherence, using tools like Adobe Acrobat Pro, Ally, and others, while balancing technical detail with project tracking.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 standards.
• Proficiency with accessibility remediation tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, Ally, TidyUp, DocAccess, MathPix.
• General office software experience including accessibility checkers and remediation in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to balance technical detail with project-level tracking and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review and remediation of digital materials to ensure accessibility compliance.
• Provide guidance to faculty in resolving accessibility issues.
• Track, document, and report progress on assigned accessibility projects.
• Communicate and collaborate with leads, team members, and faculty to clarify content and remediation needs.

Skills

WCAG 2.1 AA

Section 508 Standards

Accessibility remediation tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Canvas LMS

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Ally

TidyUp

DocAccess

MathPix

Job description

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.

Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes.

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the link.

Summary of Position

This position provides short-term, project-based efforts towards accessibility and ADA Title II compliance initiatives for course materials. The role focuses on accessibility review, evaluation, and remediation of content within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) to support timely completion of instruction’s accessibility goals.

• Assist in the review and remediation of digital materials (including PDF's, Word, PowerPoints, graphics, video/audio, and other formats) in student-facing digital content to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and guidelines
• Provides support and guidance to faculty in resolving accessibility issues
• Track, document, and report progress on assigned accessibility projects to ensure accuracy and timely completion
• Communicate and collaborate with leads, team members, and faculty to clarify content, and provide guidance related to accessibility remediation needs

• Demonstrated working knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 Standards
• Proficiency with various accessibility remediation tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, Ally, TidyUp, DocAccess, MathPix, etc.
• Standard office software experience including the use of accessibility checkers and remediation in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• General document formatting and file management practices
• Ability to balance technical detail with project-level tracking and coordination

Compensation & Work Schedule

This is an hourly, temporary position, up to 12 hours a week. Hourly rate of pay is $24. Work schedule will be hybrid with both remote and in-office hours depending on the needs of the department.

Conditions of Employment

• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation

• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility to Work

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's affirmative action policy may be directed to the Meena Park, vice president of human resources, affirmative action office/title ix coordinator, [phone].

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.