Accessible Media Coordinator

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Madison Colleges Disability Resource Services is committed to supporting students with disabilities. The departments mission is to facilitate academic proficiency and independence for students with disabilities by providing accessible effective and creative support services in a caring and respectful environment. The department promotes shared responsibility with students programs faculty and staff to achieve student success. Students with disabilities are an integral part of the Madison College community. Come be part of making a difference!

We are seeking an Accessible Media Coordinator to manage a variety of accessibility tools and software produces and maintains alternative text and tactile materials and supports digital conversion of physical textbooks and other materials to ensure equitable access. This position leads training sessions and outreach initiatives across campus and throughout the community including presentations to school personnel and historically underserved populations helping others understand how technology can transform learning independence and success for individuals who are blind low vision or who use adaptive equipment.

Additionally the Accessible Media Coordinator will provide continuous improvement by maintaining a centralized digital resource hub for accessibility updates while actively researching emerging technologies to enhance student support systems across Madison College.

Position Details:

Schedule: General operational hours for this position are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm with the option to work until 6pm Monday or Tuesday. The position offers flexibility in scheduling allowing for either a 34-hour work week year-round (52-weeks) with full-time benefits or a 40-hour work week during the academic year (44-weeks) with June and July off with full-time benefits. Additionally this position is onsite with the option to work remotely based on operational needs subject to change in accordance with Madison College policy.

Benefits: Madison College provides a generous benefits package of vacation holidays health/vision/dental/life insurance options and you will be able to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Grant Funded: This is a renewable grant funded position through June302026. Continuation of this position is dependent on continued grant funding beyond this date. However it is expected to be renewed.

Madison College believes every team member brings unique perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to understand and engage with the communities we serve address challenges and develop innovative solutions. Come be part of our great team!

This position will be open until filled with a first review date of December 17th 2025 at 11:59 pm. After this date the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Our goal is to conduct first round virtual interviews on Wednesday January 7th and Friday January 9th. Second round virtual interviews will begin Thursday January 15th and Friday January 16th 2026. Final round virtual interviews will be the week of January 19th 2026.

Required Documents (2):

1. Cover letter

2. Resume

*Failure to include these documents by the first consideration date will result in the disqualification of your application.

Accountabilities:

• Alternative text production management of appropriate software and management of adaptive technology tools.

• Provide training and technical assistance to students faculty and staff on a range of topics including but not limited to adaptive materials adapting curricular activities using technology to create accessible content and integrating other emerging technologies.

• Perform outreach activities to inform and educate school personnel and those involved in higher education coursework about adapted materials.

• Manage document organize and facilitate the use of the adapted materials library (including large print braille and other adapted materials).

• Create tactile graphics and other adapted materials aligned to curriculum needs.

• Attend regular staff meetings and training opportunities.

• Deliver presentations about assistive technology Disability Resource Services and related issues.

• Perform outreach activities focused on difficult to reach and underserved populations.

• Continuously research and update a centralized digital resource with current information on assistive technologies including product features usage instructions and maintenance protocols to support informed decision-making and effective implementation.

• Research and report on trending/emerging technology issues/updates.

• Independently identify and resolve technical and accessibility-related issues using sound judgment and available resources. Maintain professional demeanor in potentially difficult situations

• The work specifically related to this position varies depending on the time of the semester. Other duties related to Disability Resource Services will be assigned by the leader of the team.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn assistive technology (e.g. hardware software 3-D printing captioning etc.).

• Strong computer skills particularly in the use of Windows-based systems and proficiency in Microsoft Suite including Word Excel and PowerPoint as well as software applications relevant to area of responsibility.

• Ability to communicate in both formal and informal settings with students faculty and other interested parties.
• Ability to demonstrate unique sensitivity to students with disabilities and offer encouragement build confidence enhance self-esteem and assist with establishing personal academic and other goals.

• Working knowledge of the principles practices and ethical standards of AT; relevant state and federal laws rules and regulations; and applicable district policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Associates Degree in a related field.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced training in Assistive Technology and experience in digital media/computer graphics and other alternative learning technologies
• Experience supporting and working with students with disabilities and alternative learning technologies

Madison College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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Madison Area Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability or age in employment admissions or its programs or activities. Madison College offers degrees diplomas apprenticeships and certificates in Architecture & Engineering; Arts Design & Humanities; Business; Construction Manufacturing & Maintenance; Culinary Hospitality & Fitness; Education & Social Services; Health Sciences; Information Technology; Law Protective & Human Services; Science Math & Natural Resources; and Transportation. Admissions criteria vary by program and are available by calling our Enrollment Office at or Ext. 6210. The following person has been designated to coordinate Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and to handle inquiries regarding the colleges nondiscrimination policies: Lisa Muchka Director Civil Rights and Compliance 1701 Wright Street Madison WI 53704 (608) 246.5221