Director, Digital Compliance and Accessibility

Job no: 539684
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Legal/Audit Services/Compliance
Department:22020000 - GN-UNIVERSITY COMPLIANCE

Classification Title:
Director, Compliance

Classification Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in an appropriate area and at least six years of experience in appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:
Program Leadership and Management
• Serve as the UF's designated compliance official for the Digital Accessibility Compliance Program
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of a new enterprise-wide accessibility compliance program
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and institutional priorities
• Establish workflows, priorities, and service delivery standards for accessibility compliance activities
• Manage intake and response processes for accessibility plans and accessibility conformance reports/VPATs submitted by colleges and departments
• Engage with external vendors, as needed, and in collaboration with procurement and UF partners to address accessibility conformance and compliance matters.

Staff Supervision and Team Development
• Supervise compliance analysts and any administrative support staff assigned to the program
• Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development
• Support onboarding, training, and skill development of team members
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented team culture

Policy Development and Compliance Oversight
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, standards, and procedures related to digital accessibility compliance
• Interpret and apply applicable regulations, including ADA, Section 508, and WCAG guidelines
• Ensure alignment of accessibility practices with institutional and system-wide requirements
• Provide authoritative guidance on compliance matters to campus stakeholders

Consultation, Training, and Stakeholder Engagement
• Conduct 1:1 consultations and group training sessions to support departments in developing Digital ADA Accessibility Compliance Plans
• Advise faculty, staff, and leadership on accessibility requirements, risks, and remediation strategies
• Collaborate with UFIT, procurement, legal, and administrative units to integrate accessibility into institutional processes
• Serve as liaison to internal committees and external stakeholders on accessibility-related matters

Monitoring, Auditing, and Risk Management
• Lead audits and reviews of digital systems, websites, and ICT for compliance
• Oversee tracking of compliance status, findings, and remediation efforts
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to address gaps or vulnerabilities
• Support retrospective reviews and compliance assessments

Program Development and Strategic Planning
• Establish governance frameworks, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support planning for program growth, including staffing models and resource allocation
• Contribute to institutional strategy related to accessibility compliance and digital compliance

Expected Salary:
Anticipated salary range is $122,000-$135,000

Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in an appropriate area and at least six years of experience in appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), or the ability to obtain within one year of employment

Preferred:
• Doctorate or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Educational Technology, Public Administration, Compliance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in digital accessibility, IT compliance, compliance program management, ADA compliance, or a related field
• Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP)
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing an ADA program in a complex organization
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying accessibility and regulatory standards such as WCAG, ADA, Section 508, and related frameworks
• Experience developing and delivering training or presentations to diverse adult audiences
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills with the ability to research, interpret, and apply complex laws and regulations
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and advising stakeholders, including senior leadership, on compliance matters
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams)
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to produce clear, polished, publication-ready written materials
• Experience with Maxient, SmartSheets, or other similar information management systems
• Demonstrated strong writing and proofreading skills, producing final work products that are polished and ready for publication.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 24 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 17 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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