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Digital Accessibility Support Associate

University of Georgia

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United States, Georgia, Athens

Jan 20, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14612P
Working Title	Digital Accessibility Support Associate
Department	CAES-Information Technology
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences ( CAES) is among the best and most established U.S. colleges of agriculture. In its classrooms, its Agricultural Experiment Stations and its statewide network of UGA Cooperative Extension offices, the faculty and staff of CAES are dedicated to discovering, teaching, and delivering the science required for healthy living to flourish in Georgia. Agricultural and environmental sciences are only as important as the food you eat, the clothes you wear and the water and air around you. To improve the quality and guard the safety of life's necessities, CAES has gathered world-renowned scientists and exceptional students. https://www.caes.uga.edu https://extension.uga.edu
College/Unit/Department website	https://oit.caes.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM with rare need to support evening and weekend events. Occasional overnight travel necessary to attend meetings, conferences, etc.
Advertised Salary	$55,000
Posting Date	01/16/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	02/23/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Digital Content Pro II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	Certification: CPACC Skills: Auditing (Manual and Automated testing, including proficiency with assistive technology) VPAT creation WCAG 2.0+ Accessible document design and testing Frontend code languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WAI-ARIA) Knowledge of relevant Accessibility law (Section 504/508, ADA Title II, Telecommunications Act)
Position Summary	The Digital Accessibility Associate helps ensure that College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences ( CAES) digital content meets institutional and federal accessibility standards. This position coordinates accessibility efforts across the college, providing consultation, training, and technical support to faculty and staff. The specialist will create or remediate high-profile digital content, conduct accessibility testing and audits, and assist with accessibility reviews during new website launches. The role also includes developing and maintaining accessibility training materials and resources, as well as serving as the primary UGA Digital Accessibility Liaison for CAES. In addition, the specialist will supervise a student assistant focused on accessibility projects and provide general support for web content updates and new site builds. This position will be the key role responsible for developing and delivering the education, guidance, and technical assistance involved in assuring digital accessibility compliance throughout CAES.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of web accessibility standards and guidelines, including WCAG 2.1/2.2, Section 508, and WAI-ARIA. Knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and how they relate to accessibility. Ability to conduct accessibility testing and remediation using assistive technologies and automated testing tools. Ability to clearly communicate technical and accessibility concepts to non-technical audiences in both written and verbal formats. Ability to design and deliver effective training, documentation, and self-paced learning resources. Ability to manage projects, estimate work, and meet deadlines independently. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Ability to provide client support in a positive, proactive, and solutions-focused manner. Ability to effectively adapt to changing technologies, accessibility standards, and institutional needs. Commitment to inclusive design, continuous learning, and promoting digital accessibility across the organization. Ability to translate complex requirements into practical, actionable guidance for content creators
Physical Demands	Sitting at computer for long periods of time Occasional lifting of boxes up to 50 lbs. Driving as needed to perform job duties
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

In collaboration with the CAES Web Support Team participate in website updates, maintenance, and client support. This includes making website content updates as requested by website owners using CAES content management systems such as WordPress and AEM, conducting routine technical and editorial maintenance of websites, and offering direct client support to site owners and web content managers via email, chat, and virtual meeting.
Collaborate on the development and launch of new websites and digital projects for clients within CAES (individuals, departments, units).
Help conduct new website reviews for accessibility compliance.
Manage a student worker to assist in these and related duties .

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Duties/Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for digital accessibility efforts for the college across all departments and units.
Conduct accessibility testing and audits of CAES digital content manually or with automated tools such as DubBot or SiteImprove, communicating audit results to site owners and stakeholders, tracking and reporting progress toward compliance, and helping to prioritize problems in need of remediation.
Serve as the UGA, CAES Digital Accessibility Liaison for web representing CAES with the larger UGA accessibility community.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain instructional materials to teach accessibility concepts and techniques to all faculty/staff within the college using formats appropriate to various learning styles, including video, checklists, articles, and self-paced courses in the CAES learning management system.
Deliver in-person and remote accessibility training to individuals, units and groups to educate content managers on content accessibility best practices and legal requirements.

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Duties/Responsibilities	Create and remediate high-profile digital content to meet accessibility standards. High profile content could include marketing websites, popular publications or web pages, or any other resource either especially impactful or frequently accessed. Remediation entails using a combination of manual and automated tools to create accessible content.
Percentage of time	20