Senior Technical Accessibility Specialist

About the role

The Senior Technical Accessibility Specialist plays a pivotal role in shaping how accessibility is integrated into digital experiences at scale. This role requires expertise in WCAG, Section 508, and ADA standards, along with strong communication skills to translate complex accessibility concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for accessibility across platforms and products
• Lead audits and accessibility testing to ensure compliance with WCAG standards
• Develop and execute remediation plans to address accessibility gaps
• Partner with designers, engineers, and product managers to embed accessibility into product development
• Create and maintain accessibility guidelines, processes, and documentation
• Mentor team members and provide training on accessibility best practices and ADA awareness
• Manage multiple complex accessibility initiatives and drive continuous improvement

Requirements

• Expert knowledge of WCAG, Section 508, and ADA standards
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex accessibility concepts
• Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and accessibility best practices
• Familiarity with assistive technologies and testing tools such as screen readers and audit tools
• Understanding of mobile accessibility across iOS and Android
• Ability to analyze data and identify opportunities for process and performance improvement
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently and collaboratively
• 6 years of experience in Technical Accessibility
• Bachelor's Degree in Assistive Technology, User Experience, Information Technology, Information Design, or related field
• Bonus points for IAAP CPACC certification, experience with ARIA, semantic HTML, and JavaScript accessibility techniques, and background in UX, UI, interaction design, or accessibility research

Qualifications

While a Bachelor's Degree is preferred, we consider candidates with relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to accessibility and a passion for making digital experiences accessible to all users.

Skills

Technical skills are essential for this role, including proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and accessibility best practices. Additionally, familiarity with assistive technologies and testing tools is crucial.

Benefits

At WGU, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
• Legal and identity theft coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Wellbeing program
• Discounted WGU tuition
• Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
• Flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
• 11 paid holidays
• Other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave

Pay

$89,400.00 - $134,100.00

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office position requiring five days per week in our Salt Lake City, UT office.

Work Location

This is a full-time, in-office position requiring five days per week in our Salt Lake City, UT office, designed to foster the collaboration and connection that fuel our best work.

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Disclaimer

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.