Deputy ADA Coordinator for Digital Accessibility

University of Wisconsin Madison
$120,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
paid time off, remote work
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Job Summary: The Office of Compliance advances compliance with applicable laws and policies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. We collaborate with University partners to minimize compliance risk and promote ethical conduct throughout the University. Compliance is a shared responsibility, with every member of the University understanding their responsibilities and being accountable for their actions. To support compliance with the new and expanded digital accessibility regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Office of Compliance is conducting a search for a Deputy ADA Coordinator for Digital Accessibility. The Deputy ADA Coordinator for Digital Accessibility develops and maintains a campus-wide digital compliance program to lead the University's shared responsibility in advancing seamless digital access and inclusion for disabled individuals. This position provides strategic leadership, guidance, training, and overall coordination for the University's adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act's digital accessibility requirements, federal and state disability nondiscrimination laws, and the university's Digital Accessibility policy. The Deputy ADA Coordinator works across all types of digital assets, including course materials, websites, apps, libraries, and social media, and interacts with positions ranging from leadership, strategic partners, distributed IT personnel, the Center for User Experience, faculty, staff, and students, procurement, external vendors, and disabled individuals. This individual demonstrates a deep understanding of digital accessibility standards, uses effective communication skills, maintains high levels of interaction and professionalism, interprets policy and regulations, incorporates strong ethics in their decision-making, and offers sound guidance for the broad university community on how to comply. This position is in the Office of Compliance and reports to the ADA Coordinator. Responsibilities: Serves as the institutional compliance officer for one or more laws that affect institutional-level activities. Develops institution-wide policies, maintains compliance data, and oversees the compliance program and affiliated staff. Develops and delivers training, monitors institutional risk, and communicates risk and remediation strategies to leadership to ensure compliance with institutional policies and/or laws and regulations. 10% Develops and maintains institutional and operating policies and procedures to ensure compliance 10% Directs operational activities and staffing resources for compliance implementation, including outreach, support, and/or investigations 20% Oversees, develops and participates in activities designed to raise awareness of the law(s) and its purpose 20% Provides consultation for resolution of policy violations that involve students, employees, visitors, guests of the institution and/or applicants 20% Serves as a subject matter expert for affiliated matters for internal and external stakeholders 10% Provides guidance and oversight to university personnel compliance, policies, and procedures 10% Assists ADA Coordinator with related accessibility matters Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, IT, or compliance-related field preferred. Qualifications: Required: - A minimum of four years professional experience with digital accessibility compliance, producing accessible digital content, or evaluating products for digital accessibility - Considerable knowledge of disability inclusion or culture - Strong understanding of established digital accessibility standards - Effective communication skills Preferred: - Experience developing or implementing policy or a compliance program - Experience across different areas of digital accessibility, such as: course materials, websites, apps, procurement, etc. - Experience developing and delivering training - Experience working in a large, complex organization with a variety of stakeholders (e.g. higher education or government agency) - Experience with project management or implementation - Expertise interpreting rules, regulations, or policies Work Type: Full Time: 100% This is an on-site role with the opportunity for some limited remote work. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $120,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced insurance plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. Learn more at https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/. Additional Information: The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the first day of employment. University sponsorship of an employment visa is not available for this position. How to Apply: Click the 'Apply Now' button above to begin. After creating a UW Jobs profile, you will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume. Your application materials should demonstrate how your knowledge, skills, and experience align with the qualifications listed in the job posting. Contact: Kory Breuer kory.breuer@wisc.edu Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Compliance Admin (Inst)(CP092) Department(s): A02-GENERAL SERVICES/OFFICE OF LEGAL SERVICES/COMPLIANCE Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 307951-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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