Program Manager Digital Accessibility
Program Manager Digital Accessibility
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$ 55000 - 65000
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Job Description
Job Title
Program Manager Digital AccessibilityAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Associate Provost Academic EnhancementProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
What We Want
The Office of Distance Education is looking for a Program Manager Digital Accessibility who possesses a strong background in accessibility requirements training and remediating electronic files for accessibility. As a key member of our team the Program Manager will thrive in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment engaging daily with faculty department heads and administrators. This role is crucial in providing digital content accessibility support to academic units across the university ensuring compliance with current laws and regulations to enhance the learning experience for all students. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of accessibility requirements coupled with excellent communication and organizational skills. If you are passionate about accessibility and eager to assist faculty with their instructional materials we encourage you to apply.Note: This is a yearround inperson position located in College Station Texas.
What You Need to Know
Salary Range: $55000.00 $65000.00 (Based on selected hires qualifications)
Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended
Job Description Summary
The Program Manager Content Accessibility under direction plans organizes directs and manages daytoday activities developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the Digital Content Accessibility Program. The Program Manager will lead efforts to support faculty and staff in the remediation and creation of accessible digital content in compliance with the Digital Accessibility Final Rule standards.
Responsibilities
Program Development and Management:
Manages digital accessibility initiatives provide training and resources to include the development and facilitation of programs including digital content accessibility training seminars and workshops for faculty and staff and the development and production of materials designed for the program.
Generates digital content accessibility reports for university administrators.
Plans organizes directs and manages daytoday activities for the program.
Manages the development implementation and presentation of accessibility initiatives for digital content and tracks progress of digital content accessibility initiatives to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and regulations.
Develops and implements procedures for the administration of the program.
Leadership and Supervision:
Manages a team of student workers who will assist in digital content remediation and accessibility improvements across campus.
Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program.
Communication and Collaboration:
Maintains and develops communications between partners by attending meetings and conference calls.
Works with academic department heads and faculty to promote and implement accessibility best practices.
Schedules faculty and staff training and coordinate resources.
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in instructional design educational technology computer science accessibility studies or related field.
Five years related experience with a minimum of three years of experience in digital accessibility instructional design or a related role in higher education including supervisory experience.
Preferred Licenses and Certifications:
Certification in digital accessibility (e.g. Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) Accessible Document Specialist (ADS) or equivalent.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
Strong project management skills with the ability to plan implement and evaluate programs and services.
Ability to think and act strategically.
Strong organization and communication skills including verbal and written communication problem solving and decision making.
Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with crossfunctional teams in an academic environment.
Strong knowledge of digital accessibility standards including WCAG Section 508 and ADA compliance.
Proficiency with accessibility tools such as Ally Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Office accessibility checkers and screen readers.
Preferred Special Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro
Knowledge of the Canvas Learning Management Systems.
Experience with HTML CSS and web accessibility principles.
Other Requirements and Factors:
This position is security sensitive
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies regulations rules and procedures
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events stateoftheart recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable costofliving and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
