Title II Digital Accessibility Manual Testing Coordinator, Student Accessibility Services

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Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Title II Digital Accessibility Manual Testing Coordinator. - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of responsibilities:

• Conducts comprehensive manual accessibility testing of websites, web applications, software, mobile applications, and digital documents using established accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Section 508.
• Performs manual testing using keyboard-only navigation, screen readers, assistive technologies, browser accessibility features, and other appropriate testing methods to identify accessibility barriers that may not be detected through automated testing.
• Evaluates digital documents, including PDFs and other electronic content, for accessibility, structure, navigation, reading order, headings, alternative text, tables, forms, links, and other applicable accessibility requirements.
• Documents accessibility findings in clear, actionable reports that identify the location of each issue, applicable WCAG success criterion or accessibility requirement, description of the barrier, impact, and recommended technical remediation.
• Tracks accessibility issues through resolution and maintains documentation of testing results, remediation activities, and outstanding barriers.
• Collaborates with OIT, Public Service, OCR9, SAS, the College for Online Learning and Continuing Education, and other university stakeholders to support consistent implementation of digital accessibility requirements.
• Provides training and technical assistance on Section 508, WCAG 2.1 Level AA, manual accessibility testing, accessible document creation, and faculty and staff responsibilities for developing accessible digital content.
• Serves on the Title II Accessibility Committee and contributes to the development, review, and implementation of accessibility policies, procedures, and practices.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Sick Leave Pool Program. 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

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