Heravi Peace Institute · 8 hours ago
Digital Accessibility Coordinator (Program Coordinator I)
Logan, UT, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expHeravi Peace Institute is a part of Utah State University, dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good. The Digital Accessibility Coordinator supports the Digital Accessibility Officer in coordinating digital accessibility efforts across the university, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Review and audit digital content (websites, documents, videos, and other media) for accessibility using a combination of automated tools and manual evaluation techniques
Support remediation efforts by assisting with or advising on fixes for identified accessibility issues
Apply accessibility standards and best practices across university platforms in collaboration with faculty, staff, and other partners
Provide consultation and support to faculty and staff on digital accessibility questions and best practices
Assist with outreach and training efforts to promote awareness of accessibility standards, resources, and best practices among faculty, staff, and student employees
Support institutional compliance with accessibility policies and standards such as the Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Policy, the Electronic and Information Technology (EIT) Accessibility Standards, and the USU Video and Audio Accessibility Standard
Assist in developing and maintaining documentation, workflows, and guidance related to digital accessibility processes
Aid in creating and maintaining reports related to digital accessibility efforts, including tracking captioning usage and expenditures
Collaborate with vendors and system administrators to support accessible digital platforms
Help identify, catalog, and update inventories of digital content, including documenting the departments or staff responsible for that content
Maintain and update materials on the department website
Assist with other special projects and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate degree plus two years of related work experience; or a bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required. Relevant fields may include Special Education, Technical Communication, Information Technology, Computer Science, etc
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with faculty, staff, and campus partners across a variety of roles and technical backgrounds
Ability to work independently while also collaborating as a member of a professional team
Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships across diverse campus constituencies
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
Ability to problem-solve and apply critical thinking skills to accessibility-related challenges
Ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and troubleshoot new technologies and digital platforms
Ability to gain proficiency in multiple tools, systems, and content types while supporting a variety of projects
Ability to learn and apply basic HTML and other technical concepts as needed
Evidence of good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Strong project management and organizational skills
Knowledge of digital accessibility standards and guidelines (e.g., WCAG, Section 508, ADA)
Preferred
Experience with digital accessibility tools like screen readers, accessibility checkers, and captioning software
Commitment to professional development in keeping up to date with new accessibility technologies, standards, and regulations
Experience working in higher education or a large, complex organization
Familiarity with HTML
Benefits
Excellent benefits
Company
Heravi Peace Institute
The Heravi Peace Institute empowers USU students, faculty, and staff by cultivating the necessary character, knowledge, and skills to constructively transform conflict and build peace.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase