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Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Technology Solutions

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 18, 2025
Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Technology Solutions Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist - Technology Solutions Hiring Department: Technology Solutions Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1036920 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: M-F 9AM-5PM Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting Close Date: 09/20/2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $80,000.00 - 85,000.00 / Annual Salary About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary: The Digital Accessibility Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that digital products, applications, websites, and services are designed and developed in a manner that is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. This role requires a strong understanding of accessibility guidelines, standards, and best practices to promote inclusivity and usability for diverse user groups. Duties & Responsibilities: Digital Accessibility Services Deliver UIC Digital Accessibility services, including consultations, exception review requests, reporting of accessibility issues, and accessibility scoring and reporting. Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits of digital assets, including websites, applications, software, and documents, through various communication channels. Test digital assets using a variety of assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, magnifiers, voice recognition software) to verify compatibility and optimize user experience for individuals with disabilities. Participate in design and development reviews to proactively identify potential accessibility challenges and provide guidance on inclusive design principles. Reviews may include evaluation of Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) provided by vendors. Digital Accessibility Training & Coordination Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops for developers, designers, and other stakeholders to raise awareness and promote best practices for embedding accessibility into the design and development process. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, product managers, quality assurance staff, and content creators, to foster accessibility awareness and a culture of inclusivity. Accessibility Integration, Improvement & Monitoring Partner with software development teams to integrate accessibility throughout the development lifecycle, from concept to release and ongoing maintenance. Administer the university-wide digital accessibility monitoring system and provide related technical support. Assist in remediating accessibility issues, developing action plans, and recommending solutions. Work closely with teams to implement improvements identified during audits. Engage individuals with disabilities or accessibility needs in user testing to gather feedback and guide ongoing accessibility enhancements. Accessibility Compliance Serve as the digital accessibility expert, ensuring that accessibility requirements are embedded into institutional practices to promote compliance and inclusivity. Work with development teams and stakeholders to ensure digital products meet relevant laws, regulations, and standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508. Identify potential barriers and ensure compliance with standards such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor Degree within Computer Science or closely related field of study. Minimum of 5 years of professional level IT experience within QA Testing which includes; experience within QA Software Testing including; design, implementation and execution of industry standard QA methodologies to support unit, integration, performance, system, usability, accessibility and acceptance testing. Demonstrated knowledge of accessibility standards, guidelines, and best practices, including WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. Preferred Qualifications: A Master's degree or an advanced accessibility certification (IAAP CPACC, DHS Trusted Tester, etc.). Experience working in a large, multi-stakeholder higher education institution. Adept at creating accessible multimedia materials for online learning platforms (e.g., Canvas, Moodle) and educational websites. Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. Hands-on experience (three or more years) using accessibility evaluation tools and assistive technologies like NVDA or Axe DevTools. The ability to serve as a key resource for supervisors and team members in both daily operations and strategic planning. Proven ability to solve complex problems by identifying accessibility issues and developing effective solutions. Excellent communication and presentation skills to train staff and work collaboratively with various departments. Competent in managing projects from conception to completion, analyzing data sets, and developing strategic plans that align with team and organizational goals. Demonstrated commitment to staying current with emerging accessibility trends and technologies. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16956?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-f98b8def9648ce4493d529020f3162a6