Digital Accessibility Specialist

Digital Accessibility Specialist

 

Summary:

 

Provides supervision and direct support in the creation of alternative formats for use by students, faculty, and staff.

 

Duties:

 

Operations: 

 

1. Develops and implements policies and procedures relating to alternative format production. Converts digital and hardcopy materials into alternative formats. Assures production quality and on-time delivery of alternative formats. Maintains detailed records of alternate media activities and transactions in Miami’s case management system. Facilitates the captioning and transcription of audio, video, and other multimedia content. Hires, trains, and supervises student employees. Works under pressure with frequent deadlines, making thoughtful decisions with speed and accuracy. 

Training:

 

1. Develops and implements training on alternative formats for faculty, staff, and students.  Provides assistive technology training and support to the Miller Center for Student Disability Services, the Rinella Learning Center, and Human Resources; as well as for students, faculty, and staff who use assistive technology.

Additional:

 

1. Actively promote a customer-oriented approach throughout IT Services. Participates in professional development activities. May occasionally teach one credit-bearing course, per semester, on an as-needed basis and with division approval. Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor’s degree earned by date of hire. 

OR

 

• Associate’s degree earned by date of hire, plus 2 years of relevant experience.

 

This position is available to persons who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time and indefinite basis. (Persons authorized to work on such a basis include US citizens, lawful permanent residents (“green card” holders), asylees, refugees, and temporary residents under IRCA.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Master’s Degree Advanced knowledge and experience in creating accessible documents. Knowledge and experience with Universal Design for Learning. Experience using an electronic case management system. Strong communication, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills. Knowledge and experience with computer and assistive technologies; disability practices and procedures. Knowledge of disability law, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504). Knowledge and experience with website design, including basic knowledge of HTML and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently, in a team, and with or without direction.  Customer service skills; including diplomatically, patiently, and successfully handling complaints, problems, questions, conflicts, and suggestions. Accessibility certifications through organizations such as IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals).

 

 

Benefits:

 

Miami is committed to a culture of health and wellness. We offer several benefits including healthcare and wellness programs with on-campus recreational and sport centers, health insurance that includes options for dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance. Tuition fee waivers for employee and family, paid sick and parental leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and state sponsored alternate and supplemental retirement plans. Plus, you can be part of the University’s academic culture with direct access to hundreds of on-campus events plus the possibility to teach one credit bearing course per semester.

 

Remote Language:

 

Miami University recognizes that technology enables us to find new ways of providing first-class service and workplace flexibility. This position is approved for hybrid remote work. We intend to hire someone who resides in Ohio, Indiana or Kentucky. Should a candidate currently reside outside of these states, relocation would be expected by date of hire. Remote work is a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason.

 

Diversity Statement:

 

Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all.

 

For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Institutional Diversity & Inclusion webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

 

 

EO/AA Statement/Clery Act:

 

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@MiamiOH.edu or 513-529-3560.

 

 

 

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Labor Law Posters for Applicants:

 

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