Technology Accessibility Coordinator (Grant Funded) at Wor-Wic Community College in Salisbury, Maryland

Job Description:

Wor-Wic Community College is accepting applications for a full-time technology accessibility coordinator to work collaboratively with the mental health and disability services department and faculty to identify and recommend potential solutions for technology accessibility barriers based on current applicable guidelines, laws and regulations, including the ADA and Section 508 for Electronic and Information Technology.

Essential Duties

The following list is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position.

• Designs and reviews new and existing online, hybrid and in-person courses for compliance with accessibility laws and regulations; identifies and remediates instructional materials that present barriers for students, and provides faculty with a checklist and resources to bring courses into compliance
• Trains and supports students on appropriate access technology by conducting one-on-one trainings, presentations and creating digital training materials
• Assists in developing college digital accessibility standards, best practices and resource information, and monitors means of assessments and benchmarks on a quarterly basis to show progress to remove accessibility barriers across inventory of information and communication technology
• Contributes to the distance education strategic plan and is a a member of the distance education committee
• Assists in providing faculty professional development training and support with an emphasis on digital accessibility
• Evaluates and recommends tools and platforms that enhance learning, accessibility and usability
• Maintains up to date knowledge of accessibility standards and state and federal laws
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years of experience in creating accessible instructional content in education or a related setting
• Digital accessibility remediation experience
• Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technology systems, software and hardware
• Valid driver's license
• Preference will be given to applicants who possess:
  • Experience creating and preparing learning materials using a learning management system
  • Experience working in higher education
  • Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)

Supplemental Information

This full-time administrative position is grant-funded and non-standard. A modified benefits package is available for this position. The starting salary for this position will likely range from $63,200 to $77,550, depending on the successful candidate's education and experience as well as grant specifications.

The right candidate will represent our commitment to excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion; collaborate and cooperate with others to accomplish the goals of the college; and support new and creative ideas to enhance institutional effectiveness.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Please do not use "See Resume" or similar language in the job application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The college reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine and/or eliminate positions at any time.

Applications received by Jan. 8 will be given first consideration; the position will remain open until filled.

www.worwic.edu

This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by contacting disability services at kmohler@worwic.edu, 410-334-2899 or TTY 410-767-6960. Wor-Wic Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Visit www.worwic.edu/Services-Support/Disability-Services to learn more.

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