Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley has launched a Digital Accessibility Program to ensure that the deployment of information technology has been designed, developed and procured to be accessible to people with disabilities, including those who use assistive technologies. The program and its many components have been established in collaboration between Berkeley IT and the Office of Disability Access and Compliance. The Digital Accessibility Specialist will join a team within Berkeley Information Technology, and is responsible for assisting with the assessment and remediation planning and tracking of digital accessibility, developing and/or identifying training resources, offering training, and tracking support and reporting on activities.

Historically, Berkeley has played a central role as the home of the independent living civil rights action and the civil rights movement. The team in which this role reports is doing 21st century civil rights work, and we seek individuals who can help Berkeley accomplish this critical work. The position is a highly collaborative one who engages with individuals and teams across Berkeley IT, Disability Access and Compliance, and many key stakeholders on campus including academic and administrative department personnel. The position involves auditing digital content and systems, creating plans for individuals and departments to improve their digital presence and meet web accessibility standards, providing quality assurance testing, developing training materials and workshops, and holding consultation office hours, while tracking and reporting on status and data related to these activities. The person in this position will keep abreast of new developments with key standards such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, 2.1, 2.2, WAI-ARIA 1.2, and other applicable W3C standards. They will use their knowledge of such standards and frameworks to guide and support their daily work.

This is a critical position to the success of the Digital Accessibility Program, and in keeping with the core values of Berkeley IT:

• We champion diversity. We believe that differences in experience, perspective, and identity enliven and enrich our work, strengthen our solutions and services, and uphold our commitment to access and opportunity for all. We treat each other with respect and actively recognize each other for contributions towards creating a positive, inclusive work environment.
• We act with integrity. We are honest, open, and transparent. We strive to do what is right for each other and the communities we serve. Our actions reflect a high ethical standard and commitment to equity.
• We deliver. We take responsibility for our work and honor our commitments to each other, our customers and our organization by delivering high-quality, timely service.
• We innovate. We conceive new ways of doing things by listening to others' ideas, remaining open-minded, fostering creative solutions, pushing our limits, and continually improving our processes.

Responsibilities

Analysis and evaluation of digital content and systems:

• Applies technical expertise and business analysis concepts to identify, evaluate and develop remediation plans for the accessibility of digital content, with an understanding of applicable business practices, processes, systems and industry standards to meet accessibility requirements.
• Works with digital content authors and managers to plan and execute integration and quality assurance testing for accessibility.
• Provides accessibility assessments of digital assets including videos, PDFs, presentation applications, Word, as well as content within web sites, content management systems and learning management systems.

Applies organizational policies and procedures, and industry best practices for accessibility evaluation and remediation:

• Understands and applies WCAG 2.1 AA standards, techniques and best practices and University of California and UC Berkeley policies and procedures to assist with the assessment and remediation of digital content including audio, video, web sites and within content within Content Management Systems and Learning Management Systems.
• Leverages knowledge of HTML/XHTML, CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 standards, and other applicable W3C standards in support of the remediation of existing digital content or the design of new digital content.
• Applies guidelines and information within standards, policies, and frameworks to guide and support the daily work.
• Recommends and implements changes in processes and procedures as needed.

Accessibility training and awareness:

• Develops new and curates and/or refines existing training resources and delivers synchronous and on-demand training opportunities and materials related to techniques and practices for producing accessible digital content.
• Provides support and training on procedures and policies related to accessibility.
• Provides technical expertise in identifying, evaluating, and remediating the accessibility of digital content and its authoring procedures, and works with digital content authors and managers on resolution and implementation.
• Participates in cross-functional teams to address complex accessibility issues and helps teams navigate procedures related to accessibility matters.
• Provides digital accessibility training and awareness for all digital assets including videos, PDFs, presentation applications, content within web sites, content management systems and learning management systems.

Communication and outreach:

• Develops communications for non-technical and diverse audiences including administrative and academic staff and Instructors.
• Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes accessibility needs, documenting requirements, and provides recommendations for revising existing accessibility issues as necessary.
• Negotiates with stakeholders on the development of remediation plans.
• Regularly writes reports based on the findings of the accessibility reviews and status.

Other work as assigned.

Professional development

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of IT accessibility and technical workflow analysis functions.
• Understanding of assistive technologies and their application to individuals with disabilities in higher education.
• Knowledge relating to designing and authoring accessible digital content.
• Knowledge of methodologies associated with analysis of technical processes and information flow, and technical workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Experience with WCAG analysis for digital content authoring.
• Demonstrates problem solving and resourcefulness skills.
• Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team.
• Able to manage time and meet deadlines.
• Broad knowledge relating to accessibility matters and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse experiences and backgrounds.
• IAAP Certification as a Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)
• Experience developing and delivering synchronous and asynchronous training and designing and producing training materials.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of business processes and procedures as they relate to accessibility matters.
• IAAP Certification as a Web Accessibility Specialist
• Experience with SiteImprove or similar tools for web accessibility verification.
• Broad working knowledge of WCAG, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508 of the Technology and Telecommunications Act - both the Federal and the State counterparts - and the Federal and State agencies that provide relevant services, oversight, and enforcement.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $86,944.32 - $106,000.00

• This is an exempt monthly-paid position.
• This is an 6-month, full-time (40 hours/week), Limited (temporary) position that is eligible for UC benefits.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This recruitment has 1 opening.
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
• This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Technical Unit (TX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/tx/index.html
• This position is eligible for up to 100% remote work. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Misconduct means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace