Title II Digital Accessibility Manual Testing Coordinator, Student Accessibility Services

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Title II Digital Accessibility Manual Testing Coordinator. This role involves conducting comprehensive manual accessibility testing of various digital platforms and documents to ensure compliance with established standards like WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Section 508. The coordinator will identify accessibility barriers, document findings, and collaborate with university stakeholders to implement accessibility requirements. Additionally, this position will provide training and technical assistance on accessibility best practices and contribute to the development of accessibility policies.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

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.

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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).