Website Central Oregon Community College
Primary Purpose
As the Digital Accessibility Coordinator, you will coordinate efforts across Central Oregon Community College to achieve and maintain compliance with federal guidelines on digital accessibility, including WCAG 2.1 AA standards and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- You will work in the Information Technology department with supportive colleagues where you will be the subject matter expert on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
- You will develop operational policies, procedures, and training programs to promote the creation and use of digitally accessible materials across all departments.
- You will work with college departments such as eLearning, Services for Students with Disabilities, and other units in Academic and Student Affairs to guide accessible technology use and advise on website and mobile app design for accessibility.
- You will oversee the assessment, selection, and maintenance of software, hardware, and other technologies to meet digital accessibility standards, and you will manage vendor accessibility compliance, including testing VPATs.
- You will review existing technology at the college to ensure we offer appropriate, user-friendly, and sustainable technology to our students and employees.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
- Ability to navigate technologies and check for WCAG compliance.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of digital accessibility laws and standards as well as compliance resources (Currently WCAG 2.1AA).
- Knowledge of planning, implementing, and supporting various employee types and departments with projects and activities.
- Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and to use good judgment with respect to priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups and to work in a team environment.
- Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
- Ability to meet deadlines, set work priorities, and manage workload.
- Knowledgeable in use of automated and manual accessibility testing process (Trusted Tester, ANDI, WAVE, Deque, CSUN AT cert)
- Ability to use software programs and database systems which include Microsoft Office Suite, email, website editing, basic desktop publishing, and modern office equipment.
Ergonomic Requirements
Regular office hours are established between 8 am – 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities. Travel to the Redmond, Prineville, and Madras campuses, as needed.
Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Requires to write, read written materials and computer screens, and ability to use telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience:
- Two years’ professional work experience using technology for accessibility purposes.
- One-year professional work experience of program management in education, business, or technology.
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Master’s in Education, Instructional Design, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience:
- Experience in a higher education setting.
- Experience in a technology or compliance-related field.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.cocc.edu.