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 ensures digital resources and content are inclusive and usable for everyone, including those with disabilities, by conducting audits, providing recommendations, and collaborating with teams to implement accessibility solutions. The Digital Accessibility Specialist will enforce applicable Office of Civil Rights standards and regulations. This person provides support to the Senior Manager of Accessibility as needed.

The Digital Accessibility Specialist is a member of the centralized curriculum team and reports to the Senior Director of Curriculum.

What to expect in this role:

• Accessibility Audits and Evaluations
  • Conduct thorough assessments of websites, applications, and digital content to identify accessibility issues and ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.
  • Develop and implement solutions to address identified accessibility barriers, collaborating with designers, developers, and content creators.
• 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.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned or requested.

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 1  year of experience in digital accessibility or UX required; 2+ years preferred.

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)
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite software, such as MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint, as well as Google applications such as Gmail, Chat and Hangout.
•  Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, balance competing demands for time, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Effective analytical skills with the ability to assess situations, resolve issues or make recommendations as appropriate.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a professional demeanor with people at all levels within the organization and from diverse backgrounds.

Additional Information:

• The target salary for this part time position is $30.00/hour.  This position is estimated to work approximately 25 hours per week.  This role is expected to last 12 months; time frame may change based on project and/or business needs.
• This is a remote position; no relocation required. Candidates must be based in and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Purdue University Global will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.  
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• 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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