Accessible Technology Specialist

Position Details

Position Information

Department

Digital Experience (JIS)

Position Title

Specialist 2-IT Web

Job Title

Accessible Technology Specialist

Appointment Type

Professional Faculty

Job Location

Corvallis

Benefits Eligible

Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Yes

Job Summary

University Information Technology’s Digital Experience unit is seeking an Accessible Technology Specialist. This is a full-time (1\.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

At Oregon State University ( OSU ), University Information and Technology ( UIT ) is at the forefront of the university’s technological transformation. UIT is dedicated to empowering the entire university community by providing secure access to the right data, tools, and services needed to navigate and shape their unique paths to success. By protecting OSU’s technological assets and managing resources efficiently, we enable the university to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

Led by the Office of the Chief Information Officer ( CIO ), UIT manages IT operations for OSU’s three campuses, serving students in Oregon’s 36 counties and in more than 100 countries. UIT’s leadership philosophy centers around a human-centric and fully architected technology landscape, leveraging enterprise solutions for common good services while empowering individual colleges and business units to innovate and invest in their missions and initiatives.

UIT designs and implements a seamless, interconnected digital ecosystem that aligns to the university’s strategic goals and maximizes impact. The division is comprised of trusted partners and consultants committed to igniting innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement by providing expert guidance and innovative solutions that support the university’s teaching, research, outreach and extension mission. Together, we are building a future where technology and education converge to create limitless possibilities.

Located within the Division of University Information and Technology, the Business Architecture domain bridges the gap between the OSU community and technology, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational needs. We collaborate to deliver tailored IT solutions that enhance capabilities, foster innovation, and drive organizational change. By understanding the needs of faculty, staff, and students and connecting them with the right resources, we help improve engagement, streamline processes, and enable seamless access to both administrative and academic technology services.

The Accessible Technology Specialist is a campus-facing subject-matter expert who leads, coordinates, and advances digital accessibility across Oregon State University’s web, applications, and electronic document ecosystem. Reporting to the Assistant Director — Web Technologies, this position designs and operates a sustainable program of standards, testing, remediation, training, procurement review, and continuous improvement so that digital experiences are usable by all members of the OSU community.

The Specialist partners closely with UIT product and platform teams; with the university’s Accessibility Manager in the Office of Equal Opportunity \& Access ( EOA ); with Disability Access Services ( DAS ); and with Procurement, Communications/ URM , academic units, and vendor partners. The role directly supervises an Analyst Programmer focused on accessibility implementation and remediation.

Please note all OSU IT team members are expected to meet the following commitments:

AI Statement:

OSU IT embraces the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and create meaningful impact across our teaching, research, and administrative functions. As a member of the OSU IT community, the person in this position is expected to thoughtfully engage with AI tools and practices, champion their ethical and responsible use, and actively contribute to the development of AI-driven solutions that uphold our institutional values and advance the university’s mission.

Data Statement:

OSU IT commits to deliver data as a strategic working asset and to enable data informed decision making across OSU . OSU IT leaders and staff lead by example and use data to inform decision making at all levels in the organization. Persons in technology roles are also expected to design systems with data portability in mind and work within enterprise architecture and privacy guidelines.

DEIA Statement:

OSU IT commits to and believes in the strength and value of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access ( DEIA ) both throughout our team and as an intentional and active practice to advance the vision, mission, and strategic efforts of the entire university. As a member of the OSU IT community, the person in this position is expected to foster and promote the values of DEIA and demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence in their work.

Security Statement:

Proactively securing and protecting OSU’s digital assets and information systems is crucial to our missions of teaching and learning, research, and extension and engagement. All OSU IT professionals are directly responsible for providing high quality and secure IT systems and services. Persons in technology roles are expected to be responsive to security related actions and requirements, and to collaborate to find secure ways to support the OSU community.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1\.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100\+ undergraduate degree programs, 80\+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k\+ students including more than 2\.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k\+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a

comprehensive benefits package

with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus environment where everyone can thrive.

2025 Best Place for Working Parents® Designation!

Future and current OSU employees can use the

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Key Responsibilities

35% Program Leadership \& Governance

• Build and maintain the university’s digital accessibility program within UIT’s technology and service portfolio; establish processes, standards, and documentation for consistent, accessible digital experiences across platforms and sites.
• Chair/coordinate working groups and serve on the UIT digital accessibility committee; align efforts with EOA’s Accessibility Manager and campus partners.
• Maintain and publish an Accessibility Roadmap with prioritized initiatives, timelines, owners, and measurable outcomes; report progress to leadership.

25% Assessment, Testing \& Remediation

• Lead enterprise accessibility assessments for priority business processes like enrollment, course registration, and other similar user journeys—Along with websites, applications, and electronic documents using a combination of automated tooling and manual assistive-technology testing.
• Translate findings into actionable remediation plans; coordinate and track fixes with product owners, developers, and content authors; verify completion against WCAG success criteria.
• Establish triage and SLA practices for reported barriers and regression issues; maintain dashboards, backlogs, and release-readiness checks for accessibility.
• Advise on accessible media services (captioning, transcripts, audio description) and document/ PDF remediation practices. Oversee the production of alternative formats as needed.

15% Training, Outreach \& Consultation

• Design and deliver role-specific training for developers, designers, content authors, multimedia creators, and buyers (e.g., captioning, document remediation, ARIA patterns, keyboard support, color/contrast).
• Develop and maintain self-service resources (guides, checklists, component examples, recorded trainings) and consult with units to embed accessibility in day-to-day workflows.
• Prepare communications and guidance to promote a culture of accessibility and inclusive design.

10% Accessible Procurement \& Vendor Management

• Operate and continuously improve the digital-accessibility review for technology procurement, including evaluation of vendor conformance reports (e.g., VPAT / ACR ), risk analysis, hands-on product testing when appropriate, and documentation of exceptions/mitigations.
• Partner with Procurement, EOA , OIS /Information Security, and legal stakeholders to ensure contract language, acceptance criteria, and remediation commitments are in place.

10% Standards, Patterns \& Platform Enablement

• Evolve and maintain accessible front-end patterns, templates, and components in UIT’s web platforms (e.g., design system elements, forms, menus, media players).
• Define accessibility acceptance criteria in epics/stories; review designs and PRs; coach teams on semantic HTML , ARIA , focus management, error handling, and responsive behavior.
• Advise on accessible media services (captioning, transcripts, audio description) and document/ PDF remediation practices.

5% People Leadership \& Operations

• Directly supervise the Analyst Programmer (Accessibility): set priorities, provide coaching and performance feedback, and support professional development.
• Plan workload, timelines, and resourcing for audits, remediations, and trainings; coordinate student and temporary support as needed.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated expertise applying WCAG 2\.1 AA (or successor) to websites, web apps, documents, and multimedia, including practical experience with HTML , CSS , JavaScript, and WAI - ARIA .
• Proficiency with accessibility evaluation methods and tools (e.g., axe, WAVE , Lighthouse), manual techniques (keyboard-only, screen reader workflows), and common assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS , NVDA , VoiceOver, TalkBack).
• Ability to interpret and explain ADA /Section 504 requirements and institutional digital-accessibility policies to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Deep understanding of alternative format production for documents and media.
• Experience leading cross-functional remediation efforts from findings through verification, with strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and accessibility.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Advanced degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPACC , WAS , ADS ).
• Experience establishing or maturing an enterprise digital-accessibility program, including governance, metrics, and change management.
• Hands-on front-end experience (component libraries, design systems) and/or accessible document/ PDF workflows.
• Experience operating an accessible procurement review ( VPAT / ACR evaluation, risk mitigations, contract terms).
• Project management experience; familiarity with Agile practices and backlog/reporting tools.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Schedule

This position will work a typical Monday – Friday schedule and will be based on the Corvallis campus.

This position may at times require work outside of normal business hours and/or weekends.

Travel

This position may require occasional duties/business trips to other OSU locations away from the OSU Corvallis campus.

Modality

Hybrid:

This position is designated as hybrid, working both on-site and remotely. The exact amount of on-site and remote work and schedule will be discussed with the supervisor. Hybrid work is dependent on business needs.

Physical Requirements

This position will experience prolong periods sitting at a desk, using a computer and phone and performing detailed tasks.

Pay Method

Salary

Pay Period

1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date

Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range

$85,740\.00 - $95,594\.00

Link To Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/174671

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P09834UF

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date

05/01/2026

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date

04/01/2026

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date

04/15/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search

Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume/CV; and
• A cover letter addressing your interest in this position, as well as how you meet the minimum qualifications and any of the preferred qualifications.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Michael McDonald at [email protected]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our

Background Checks

website including the

for candidates

section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at

[email protected]

.