IT Accessibility and Assistive Technology Specialist
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11 hours ago
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Job Summary
- Deliver sustainable compliant accessibility solutions across enterprise IT platforms and services
- Translate accessibility strategy into effective operational IT solutions supporting staff and students
- Full time 12 month Fixed-Term opportunity based in Hobart Launceston or Burnie!
About the opportunity
The IT Accessibility and Assistive Technology Specialist will play a pivotal role over a 12-month period in ensuring the Universitys digital environments platforms and services are inclusive and accessible to all users particularly students and staff with disabilities. This role provides expert advice and implementation support for assistive technologies and accessible IT solutions across the University.
Operating within the IT Service Delivery & Support team the role collaborates with stakeholders across academic professional and student support areas to embed accessibility into IT systems infrastructure and service design. It supports the Universitys commitment to inclusive education universal design and compliance with accessibility standards and legislation.
What youll do:
- Deliver accessible documentation and resources to support staff and students in the effective use of accessibility products and features across University IT platforms.
- Create and implement internal training materials and support resources to build IT staff capability in assisting users requiring accessibility tools and features ensuring these resources are ready for ongoing use.
- Act as a technical liaison between IT Services and academic/professional staff to implement identified accessibility solutions.
- Translate strategic accessibility guidance from the Digital Accessibility and Assistive Technology Adviser into practical IT solutions and document processes for future continuity.
- Provide specialist advice and advocate for accessibility of the universities web-based materials.
What were looking for:
- Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation training materials and user guides.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and guidelines and their application in IT systems and service delivery.
- Ability to troubleshoot and support assistive technology tools across various operating systems and devices.
- Knowledge of current trends and developments in the assistive technology field.
- Contribute to digital innovation initiatives including chatbot development or AI-enhanced support tools.
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116872 comprising base salary within the range of $92120 to $99891 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
- In submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
- For further information about this position please contact Vanessa Garratt Manager End-Point Computing
- Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Position DescriptionIT Accessibility and Assistive Technology
Applications close Thursday 12 February 2026 11.55pm
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.
To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- SQL
- Active Directory
- Information Technology
- Access Points
- System Software
- Database
- Infrastructure
- Linux
- Project Management
- Internet
- Troubleshoot
- PC
- Procedures
- Setup
- hardware
