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What does a Digital Accessibility Director do?

A Digital Accessibility Director leads initiatives to ensure that digital products, such as websites and applications, are accessible to people with disabilities. This role involves developing accessibility strategies, overseeing compliance with relevant laws and standards like the ADA and WCAG, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility into the digital development process. The director also provides training, audits digital assets, and works to create a culture of inclusion within the organization. Their goal is to make digital content usable for everyone, regardless of ability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Digital Accessibility Director?

A Digital Accessibility Director needs deep expertise in accessibility standards (such as WCAG), regulatory requirements, and digital product development, often supported by relevant certifications like CPACC or WAS. Familiarity with accessibility testing tools, assistive technologies, and project management systems is also critical. Outstanding leadership, advocacy, and communication skills help drive organizational change and mentor cross-functional teams. These competencies are essential to ensure digital inclusion, regulatory compliance, and a culture of accessibility across products and services.

How does a Digital Accessibility Director typically collaborate with other departments to ensure accessibility standards are met across digital products?

A Digital Accessibility Director works closely with teams such as UX/UI design, development, product management, and legal to integrate accessibility best practices throughout the product lifecycle. They provide guidance, training, and resources to ensure all team members understand accessibility requirements and how to implement them effectively. Regular audits, feedback sessions, and cross-departmental meetings are common to address challenges and track progress. This collaborative approach helps create inclusive digital experiences and ensures compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.

What is the difference between Digital Accessibility Director vs Accessibility Specialist?

AspectDigital Accessibility DirectorAccessibility Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires advanced certifications (e.g., CPACC, WAS), relevant experience, and sometimes a degree in accessibility or related fieldsOften holds certifications like CPACC or IAAP certifications, with less experience required
Work EnvironmentLeads accessibility initiatives across organizations, manages teams, and develops policiesExecutes accessibility testing, provides support, and implements accessibility solutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, government agencies, and organizations with dedicated accessibility teamsCommon in tech companies, consulting firms, and organizations with accessibility compliance needs

The Digital Accessibility Director focuses on strategic leadership, policy development, and overseeing accessibility programs, while the Accessibility Specialist handles hands-on testing and implementation. Both roles require relevant certifications and work within similar environments, but differ in scope and seniority.

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Digital Accessibility Manager

Newark, DE • On-site

University of Delaware
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Job description

Digital Accessibility Manager
Job no: 503445
College / VP Area: Vice President for IT
Work type: Staff
Location: Newark, DE
Categories: Information Technology, Full Time
Pay Grade: 32E
Context of Job
The Digital Accessibility Manager works with Technology Accessibility Specialists and other campus clients such as Procurement to ensure digital assets, including but not limited to website, multimedia, applications, and third-party digital products and services, are compliant with the latest versions of the Web Accessibility Content Guidelines (WCAG) and Web Accessibility Initiative Accessible Rich Internet Applications Suite.
Major Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and oversight of the Digital Accessibility Specialist role.
  • Provide support to digital specialists across campus units, guiding production of accessible user experiences.
  • Identify, implement, and oversee tools for monitoring web accessibility.
  • Assess the use of and future needs for accessibility technology and governance tools such as monitoring and reporting, speech recognition, screen reader, and other tools.
  • Serve as approver for large-scale, high-impact digital technology purchases, development, or implementations.
  • Assist Procurement and departments with the purchase of accessible digital products and services.
    Manage relationships with accessibility vendors.
  • Assist departments with the development of remediation plans for inaccessible web content or digital products or services.
  • Perform regular accessibility audits and track metrics for assessing and measuring success in accessibility and support offerings.
  • Work with the Digital Accessibility Specialist to provide tutorials, guidelines, and training to campus.
  • Work with the Director of Disability Support Services in implementing appropriate and effective solutions/products to support independence for people with disabilities.
  • Stay abreast of all current and future accessibility regulations and compliance standards, best practices, and solutions to promote and enable accessibility.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with six years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. A degree in Information Science, Information Design, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Quality Assurance, Learning Technology, Assistive Technology or a related discipline is preferred.
  • Master's degree or PhD is preferred
  • International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) certification preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with magnification, speech recognition, usage of screen readers, color contrast, keyboard-only navigation and other accessibility testing techniques and tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to use assistive technologies and accessibility-related software including some or all of the following: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, Window-Eyes, ZoomText, MAGic, Dragon NaturallySpeaking or other speech recognition software.
  • Demonstrated experience with testing for web accessibility issues.
  • Demonstrated project management experience, organizational skills, and a track record of leading and collaborating on multiple projects with diverse teams and alone.
  • Familiarity with User Agent Accessibility Guidelines (UAAG) and Authoring Tools Accessibility Guidelines (ATAG).
  • Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or other coding languages.
  • Technical knowledge of accessibility, usability, and Universal Design standards.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) level A and AA and the Web Accessibility Initiative Accessible Rich Internet Applications Suite (WAI-ARIA)
  • Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening, presentation) and relationship building.
  • Experience leading teams.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment, educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
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