[Athen] FW: Job Posting, IT Accessibility Position at Syracuse university

[Lissner, Scott]

I was asked to share this posting at Syracuse:

 

 

Syracuse University ITS 

Information Technology Analyst - Web Accessibility

 

Syracuse University Information Technology and Services invites
applications for the position of Information Technology Analyst-Web
Accessibility. The Information Technology Analyst will have a deep
understanding of assistive hardware and software technologies and the
ability to evaluate and consult on web accessibility best practices. We
are looking for a personable self-starter, who is exceptionally well
organized and capable of leading cross-functional technical and support
teams.

***This position will initially last for a term of approximately two
years.

 

General Responsibilities: 

*	Responsible for providing user training and technical
consultation in the accessible use of a variety of form factors such as
mobile, tablet, and desktop workstations, electronic documents (e.g.,
PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and online platforms (Blackboard,
Expressions, MySlice, and Course Catalog).
*	Responsible for leading a team of students to perform web
accessibility testing based on Section 508 and WCAG 2.0, to include:
semi-automated scans, manual reviews, keyboard only, color sampling, and
screen reader testing using a combination of common web accessibility
testing tools such as WAVE, Web Accessibility Toolbar, Colour Contrast
Analyser, and JAWS screen reader, respectively.
*	Responsible for accessibility training and support for key web
developers and content providers 
*	Responsible for working with Online Learning Services (OLS) to
provide information, workshops, and seminars to faculty and staff on the
use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment in support of
teaching and learning.
*	Responsible for troubleshooting, evaluating, and recommending
assistive software and hardware.
*	Responsible for researching the most recent assistive technology
and adaptive equipment.
*	Responsible for remaining current and knowledgeable on available
assistive technologies.
*	Responsible for designing, compiling and generating reports, and
presentations as needed.
*	Will work with the Office of Disability Services, Burton Blatt
Institute, Distributed IT Support Staff, and ITS.
*	Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor degree in computer science, information technology, human
computer interaction, education or related field with three of relevant
experience in customer service, assistive technology or related field or
an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

*	Two years of experience in a customer service position,
preferably working with customers related to assistive technologies.
Experience in higher education preferred. 
*	One year of recent paid experience in the field of assistive
technology, which required the use of assistive technology software and
equipment. 
*	Desktop hardware and software skills in both the AD
desktop/laptop environment used by staff and faculty and stand-alone
devices used by students, including mobile devices.
*	Experience building web sites and in-depth knowledge of how to
evaluate the usability of a web site.  
*	Knowledge of a wide variety of adaptive technologies, with a
passion to keep current on emerging technologies. 

*	Experience supervising students, managing projects, and
providing team leadership.
*	Experience working with students and/or individuals with
disabilities. 
*	Knowledge of relevant disability laws as they relate to
technology, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections
504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Amendments.
*	More than two years hands-on experience using web accessibility
testing tools and screen reader to evaluate web sites/web applications
and testing electronic documents (PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for
conformance to the Section 508 standards and as suggested by the best
practices guidelines from the World Wide Web Consortium
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Wide_Web_Consortium> 's (W3C) Web
Accessibility Initiative
<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Web_Accessibility_Initiative>  (WAI). 
*	Knowledge of a variety of AT tools including JAWS, Open Book,
Kurzweil, ZoomText, Inspiration, and Dragon Naturally Speaking.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Windows Operating System is required.
*	A passion for making the web more accessible and usable for
everyone. 
*	Excellent written communication skills for heavy documentation;
verbal communication skills for training and development. 
*	Ability to work effectively with ethnic, cultural, and socially
diverse student populations. 

*         Successful completion of Human Factors International (HFI)
Certified Usability Analyst (CUA) certification or other recognized
assistive technology certification training program is considered a
plus, equivalent experience is accepted.

 

Women and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups are
encouraged to apply. Syracuse University is an AA/EOE.  To apply please
go to:  www.sujobopps.com, job# 027618.

 

 

 

 

 

L. Scott Lissner, Ohio State University ADA Coordinator, Office Of
Diversity And Inclusion
  Associate, John Glenn School of Public Affairs 
  Lecturer, Knowlton School of Architecture, Moritz College of Law &
Disability Studies 

  President Elect, Association on Higher Education And Disability 

  Chair, ADA-OHIO
  Appointed,  Ohio Governor's Council For People With Disabilities,
State HAVA Committee & 

  Columbus Advisory Council on Disability Issues 

 

(614) 292-6207(v); (614) 688-8605(tty) (614) 688-3665(fax);
Http://ada.osu.edu <http://ada.osu.edu/> 

291 W. Lane Ave
<http://www.osu.edu/map/building.php?area=northdorms&building=160> ,
Columbus, OH 43210-1266

 

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