Accessibility Policy Analyst

Texas A&M Transportation Institute • Bryan, TX

97d • $47,000

About The Position

The Accessibility Policy Analyst is responsible for supporting Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, WCAG, and related federal and state accessibility standards. This position applies clearly defined standards, methods, and procedures for inspecting, testing and remediating products with assistive technologies to ensure universal access for all. The analyst collaborates with faculty, staff, and technology providers to promote accessible practices in the development, procurement, and maintenance of digital resources. You will work across multiple departments, including marketing, IT, and training, to embed accessibility best practices and ensure compliance with established standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of experience in accessibility compliance, policy development, information technology, or related area.
• A strong interest in and passion for accessibility, usability, and universal design to make the digital experience better for all.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to accessibility; web, application, digital resources, and accessibility technologies including ADA Title II, Section 508, Section 504, TGC 2054 and 551, TAC 206 and 213, CVAA, and PDF/UA.
• Basic understanding of HTML and CSS.
• Experience with assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, or VoiceOver) to evaluate the accessibility of a digital product.
• Ability to use research methods to apply WCAG success criteria and related standards to make digital resources compliant.
• Ability to interpret policies and apply them to complex technical and organizational issues.
• Ability to conduct audits, analyze findings, and prepare formal reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proficiency with accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in public policy, information technology, communications, or a related field.
• Experience working in higher education, government, or a large public-sector organization.
• IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) or comparable certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development, review, and maintenance of accessibility compliance policies, procedures, and guidance documents.
• Monitors federal and state laws, regulations, and industry standards related to digital accessibility; advises leadership on emerging issues.
• Conducts accessibility reviews and audits of websites, software, and electronic documents to ensure compliance with Section 508 and WCAG.
• Conduct basic accessibility audits of our website and web content to identify and report accessibility barriers.
• Collaborate with developers to implement accessibility best practices in website design and development.
• Assist in testing new website features for accessibility compliance.
• Prepares reports, dashboards, and documentation to track accessibility compliance status across units.
• Review and remediate documents (e.g., PDFs, Word documents, presentations) to ensure they meet accessibility standards, such as WCAG 2.1.
• Assist in creating accessible document templates for company-wide use.
• Ensure all email communications, newsletters, and social media content are accessible to screen readers and other assistive technologies.
• Provides consultation and technical assistance to departments on accessible procurement and implementation of technology.
• Coordinates training and outreach to faculty, staff, and vendors on accessibility requirements and best practices.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and liaison to university committees, system offices, and external agencies on accessibility compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on creating accessible documents, presentations and training materials.
• Depending on the successful candidate’s background, may provide specialized support in areas such as web programming, policy analysis, content development, or editing.
• Performs related duties as required.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment/telecommuting.
• Flexible work hours.
• Family friendly.
• High staff retention rates.
• Leadership development and wellness programs.
• Data allowance and home office equipment reimbursements.
• Relocation assistance (if eligible).
• Tuition reimbursement program (if eligible).
• Health coverage options offered by The Texas A&M University System.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree