WGU is looking to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA standards for student-facing content and needs a Senior Accessibility Analyst to perform comprehensive accessibility audits and user experience testing.
Requirements
- Expertise in evaluating and remediating accessibility for Microsoft Office documents (Word, PDF, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Proficient in reading and interpreting HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and explaining accessibility best practices clearly.
- Advanced knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards and accessibility best practices
- Deep understanding of how individuals with various disabilities interact with digital environments and how to design inclusive, accessible user experiences.
- Expertise in conducting accessibility-related research and staying current on WCAG guidelines, tools, and assistive technologies.
- Proficient in interpreting and applying technical documentation such as WCAG 2.2 AA, Section 508, and VPATs.
- Experience with web accessibility tools (e.g., WAVE, Axe) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Leads in-depth accessibility audits and evaluations of websites, documents, videos, and other digital content.
- Reviews vendor-created content against accessibility acceptance criteria and provide actionable remediation strategies.
- Develops and implements remediation plans for third-party products and platforms.
- Provides expert-level guidance on complex accessibility issues and industry best practices.
- Ensures course documents meet accessibility standards and validate the quality of remediation performed by team members.
- Develops and documents team processes and procedures; assist in the creation and delivery of training programs for new team members.
- Mentors and reviews the work of Associate Accessibility Analysts and Accessibility Analysts.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Technology, Accessibility, Human-Computer Interaction) or equivalent work experience.
- Five (5) years of professional experience in a related field (e.g., accessibility, instructional design, user experience, or web development) with a bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years of experience with a master’s degree.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience in an accessibility-focused team.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in simple, actionable terms for non-technical stakeholders.
- Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements.
