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IT Accessibility 

IT Accessibility Consultants support the development, adoption, procurement, implementation and management of accessible Information and Communication Technology (ICT). To support the University’s commitment to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and section 504/508 of the Rehabilitation Act, accessibility services include, but are not limited to, implementation and consultation on conformance to University accessibility policies, training faculty and staff with the development of accessibility skills, and collaboration with University administrators, cross-functional teams, developers, faculty, staff, administrative and academic units, and campuses; consult on, test, and verify the accessibility of ICT; communicate with vendors on the accessibility of ICT adopted or procured; evaluate assistive technology and accessibility testing tools; investigate new technologies and provide recommendations for accessible implementation.

• Consult with University campuses, colleges, units, faculty, and staff on ICT accessibility
• Work with units, faculty, and staff to analyze and consult on the development, adoption, procurement, implementation, and management of accessible ICT and remediation of ICT accessibility issues
• Analyze accessibility documentation; review and test ICT for accessibility
• Communicate and collaborate with vendors on ICT accessibility issues
• Develop strategies for providing accessibility training and coordinate training programs across multiple units and platforms; provide custom training on various accessibility topics
• Audit ICT for accessibility and consult on Equally Effective Alternative Access Plans when it is not currently technically feasible for audited ICT to be accessible
• Research new technologies and provide recommendations for best practices for implementing these accessible new technologies as well as assistive technology options
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 9
• Minimum – $56,200.00
• MidPoint – $68,800.00
• Maximum – $81,500.00