Digital Accessibility & Design Specialist

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Legislative Administration’s Information Technology and Media Services office is offering an opportunity for a dedicated Digital Accessibility & Design Specialist to join their team of talented I.T. professionals. In this nonpartisan role, you'll be instrumental in our vision to be recognized for delivering innovative technology solutions & services to support the legislative process. To successfully deliver on our vision, we operate within the union of: Dream big Get stuff done Have fun Information Technology and Media Staff, including the Digital Accessibility & Design Specialist, work collaboratively to provide quality services and support to the entire Legislative Branch, but must also be able to work independently in order to timely and thoroughly support their assigned customers. This is a full-time, limited duration position scheduled to last through June 30, 2027, and may be extended. The work of the Digital Accessibility & Design Specialist allows for some flexibility to work remotely dependent on time of year and business needs. However, applicants should be aware that the majority of work will be conducted in person at the Oregon State Capitol. We provide a positive working environment, free from unpleasant conditions or hazards. This role is office-based, with availability required during regular business hours, and occasional evenings and weekends to accommodate customer needs.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro accessibility features
• Knowledge of: SharePoint library processes for downloading and uploading content
• Knowledge of: WCAG 2.1 Level AA, ADA Title II compliance standards
• Knowledge of: Communication of design and accessibility requirements to technical and non-technical teams
• Knowledge of: Digital accessibility tools and assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, keyboard navigation)
• Knowledge of: AI tools for accessibility
• Skill in: Use of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Skill in: Written, verbal, and online training and communication
• Skill in: Web content creation and modification
• Skill in: Customer service and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to: Analyze and interpret accessibility compliance standards (WCAG 2.1, ADA Title II) and apply them effectively across digital platforms.
• A relevant bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Digital Media, Web Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a similar field, OR Four (4) years of professional experience in digital accessibility, web content management, or UI/UX design.
• Please attach a resume and cover letter that clearly states your experience and how it is applicable to this position. Applications received without both documents may not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a legislative or government environment is a plus but not required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Remediating accessibility issues using tools like Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Accessibility Checker, SharePoint’s accessibility assistant, and manually, to WCAG Version 2.1 AA standards.
• Working with ADA Coordinator to provide training and guidance to users on creating accessible documents and online content.
• Providing UI/UX design input for internal and custom applications.
• Providing input regarding accessibility standards and principles into web and app design process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level