Job Description

How to Apply

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Job Summary

This position supports the College of Literature Science and the Arts Technology Services team by testing, analyzing and remediating course websites and content to ensure they meet digital accessibility standards. The employee will learn and apply best practices for digital accessibility and become proficient with technologies that help make digital content accessible. They will work independently and collaboratively to identify and address accessibility issues in Canvas courses and supplemental documentation. They will consult with customers to explain and apply concepts of digital accessibility and contribute to training and educational materials about course accessibility topics. They will also analyze data from their testing and remediation efforts to provide insights on common issues and provide estimates for the time required to bring future courses up to accessibility standards.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

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Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

This position is full-time and has a one-year term.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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