Digital Accessibility Analyst, HYBRID/REMOTE IT Website Development Full Time
78874BR Job Summary We are on the lookout for a dedicated and competent Digital Accessibility Analyst to enhance the accessibility of UCSF’s websites and web applications. In this role, you will be a key advocate for accessibility, ensuring our digital content, platforms, and tools are inclusive for users with disabilities, meeting WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards. Identify the difficulties and obstacles faced by individuals with disabilities (e.g., low vision, cognitive, mobile/touch) when interacting with UCSF websites, web applications, and online content. Collaborate with diverse teams to spot and remove accessibility obstacles in digital content and user interfaces. Conduct tests on websites and web applications using various screen reader navigation methods, such as heading or landmark navigation, common user coping strategies, user-preferred methods compared to website-specific methods, and keyboard usage instead of a mouse. Implement and evaluate tests for accessibility and usability. Assess and advise on the accessibility of software, websites, video content, applications, and other information communication technologies (ICTs), and assist with vendor product reviews and end-user acceptance testing. Suggest remediation solutions, such as adding keyboard support, compliant captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions to video content. Carry out administrative tasks for the Siteimprove accessibility monitoring tool. Review and modify UCSF digital accessibility website content, best practices, and resource links within a Content Management System (CMS). Assist in planning and organizing monthly Digital Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings and learn to facilitate engagement for virtual meetings. Assist with promoting, communicating, and supporting monthly Digital Accessibility engagement events for the UCSF and University of California community. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search ( Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: Department Description The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to advancing health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. UCSF is technologically and organizationally complex, with both centralized and departmental IT units providing support for enterprise and specialized services. UCSF IT provides infrastructure, network, security, analytics, integration, and application support services, and is essential to the organization’s ability to support growth, mitigate security risk, and manage, store and share sensitive information. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training 3+ months experience with robust (multipage) accessibility monitoring tool such as Site improve Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities Intermediate knowledge of related areas of IT Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Demonstrates problem-solving skills General knowledge of business and process analysis functions Knowledge relating to digital accessiblity and usability of applications, websites, and documents. Demonstrated testing and test planning skills Skills associated with analysis of processes and issues of moderate scope, information flow and architecture Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Interpersonal and communications skills to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization 3+ months experience of digital accessibility and usability testing for people with disabilities and Web Content Accessibility Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 3+ months experience creating and editing content in a Content Management System (CMS), Drupal Preferred Qualifications 3+ months experience performing Accessibility Conformance Reports or evaluating Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) reviews 3+ months event and meeting planning, promotion, and facilitation experience 3+ months testing with assistive technologies (navigation of screen readers, headings and landmark navigation, screen magnifiers, high contrast, using keyboard vs. mouse) International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) Certification Trusted Tester Certification from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Organization Campus Job Code and Payroll Title 007583 BUS SYS ANL 2 Job Category Clinical Systems / IT Professionals, Professional (Non-Clinical), Technical & Technologist Bargaining Unit 99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Mission Center Building (SF), San Francisco, CA Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details M-F 8-5
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