How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan-Flint is dedicated to providing accessible electronic and information technology (EIT) that can be accessed and used by all individuals, including those with disability.
We are looking for a Digital Accessibility Analyst to ensure our digital assets, including: websites, custom web application, enterprise systems, and future integrations follow federal accessibility
guidelines and institutional policies.
You will evaluate digital assets, provide applicable remediation plans, establish long-term strategies for compliance, and foster a culture of accessibility throughout the university. You will
collaborate with development teams, IT units, and campus partners to ensure accessible, inclusive, and user-friendly digital experiences.
Furthermore, you will report to the Client Server Operations Manager in Information Technology Services.
Why Work at U-M Flint?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.
UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/
University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/.
The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.
Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.
Responsibilities*
- Accessibility Audits and Compliance
- Conduct accessibility audits of websites, applications, and enterprise software systems to ensure compliance with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards.
- Resolve accessibility barriers in collaboration with development teams and campus partners.
- Accessibility Policy Development:
- Develop accessibility policies, and best practices that align with institutional commitments and legal requirements.
- Ensure that accessibility considerations are incorporated into all software contracts, including upgrades to existing software, renewals, and new purchases.
- Train and Advocacy:
- Provide training and resources to campus partners on digital accessibility best practices and compliance requirements.
- Advocate for universal digital accessibility compliance to ensure proper user experience to all individuals.
- Stay current on evolving accessibility regulations, updating processes and tools as needed.
- Monitor and Reporting:
- Establish processes and protocols to monitor the accessibility of digital assets and track all remediation efforts.
- Report regularly on accessibility compliance status to campus partners and provide recommendations on continuous improvement strategies.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, human-computer interaction, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three or more years of experience in digital accessibility compliance, software quality assurance, web development, or a related field.
- Experience with digital accessibility standards.
- Experience developing documentation, protocols, templates, and workflows for testing and compliance processes.
- Experience collaborating with diverse teams, including campus partners, developers, designers, and project managers.
Modes of Work
Hybrid:
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.