Senior Digital Accessibility Manager

The University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$57,779–$86,669 Per Year

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Assistive Technology, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Documentation, EEO Regulations, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Funding, Health Insurance, Higher Education, Internet Technology, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Life Insurance, Military, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Management, Project Tracking, Quality Assurance Methodology, Regulations, Rehabilitation Act, Research Grants, Resolve Customer Issues, Risk, Risk Analysis, Scholarship, Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Test Automation, Tuition Fees, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Columbia, SC

POSTED

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
STA00350PO26

Job Family
Student Services

Job Function
Accessibility

USC Market Title
Digital Accessibility Director

Link to USC Market Title

Job Level
P4 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)
Senior Digital Accessibility Manager

Campus
Columbia

Work County
Richland

College/Division
Access, Civil Rights and Community Engagement

Department
ACRCE Office of Civil Rights and Title IX

State Pay Range
G10

USC Market Range
MRG - $57,779 $72,224 $86,669

Anticipated Hiring Range
$57,779 - $86,669

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
37.5

Work Schedule

Standard work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch.
Must be willing to work flexible schedule in support of office operations.

Basis
12 months

Job Search Category
Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

With the vision of supporting the values and mission of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, the Senior Specialist of Digital Accessibility will promote an inclusive and accessible digital university environment at the University of South Carolina. In partnership with and reporting to the Deputy ADA Coordinator, the Senior Specialist of Digital Accessibility provides strategic leadership for the University of South Carolina's digital accessibility efforts, including the development of institutional standards, policies, and initiatives. The Senior Specialist of Digital Accessibility also oversees and coordinates University-wide efforts to promote and maintain accessible digital content and technology. The Senior Specialist of Digital Accessibility serves as a subject-matter expert in digital accessibility technical standards, including accessible technologies, interpretation of WCAG guidelines, implementation of solutions to meet those guidelines, manual and automated testing, and documentation of accessibility compliance to support the accessibility and compliance of University digital assets with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to persons with disabilities. The scope of responsibility includes faculty, staff, student-employees, and students, as well as public access to programs and facilities.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Masters, J.D. or Doctorate in related field; Related training or certification through a nationally recognized organization.
Experience in higher education ADA digital accessibility compliance; Familiarity with digital accessibility principles and tools (WCAG standards, assistive technologies, and web practices).
Direct experience and proven success with digital accessibility strategy and remediation.
Experience using reports from automated testing platforms and being able to translate that to best practices for remediation.
An intermediate level of being able to use accessible technology to test best practices.
Direct involvement in prior large-scale accessibility remediations and strategic planning initiatives

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to maintain neutrality and work under stress.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with campus and University partners.
Able to interpret federal, state, and local equal opportunity and nondiscrimination laws and regulations, including but not limited to Title VII, the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable laws and regulations that prohibit harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, written skills, and presentation communication skills are required.
Experience collaborating with others across departments and job levels, including reviewing work and offering feedback to high-level stakeholders.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Digital Accessibility Program Leadership:Leads institutional efforts to promote accessible digital content. Provides expert technical guidance on accessibility matters, including reviewing digital content and collaborating with University Stakeholders to resolve digital accessibility concerns. Serves as a primary liaison with college units, departments, and divisions, as well as the disability community, state and federal agencies, and other digital accessibility experts and ADA coordinators at peer institutions and external organizations.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
25

Job Duty

Compliance, Policy, and Strategic Planning:Maintains current knowledge of evolving federal and state regulations, laws, and established standards related to accessible technology, as well as the best practices of universities and private employers, to improve digital accessibility while maintaining program performance standards. Serves as a principal planning coordinator and oversees institutional priorities relating to digital accessibility compliance and coordinates the development of policies, procedures, and strategic plans. Partners with the Deputy ADA Coordinator to determine and communicate levels of risk and best practices and informs University leadership on associated risks and opportunities for technology and digital content.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Education and Training Leadership:Leads the strategy, development and coordination of University-wide training and awareness initiatives related to digital accessibility. Partners with relevant offices to support delivery of training and promote understanding of accessibility standards and obligations. Advances University awareness and participation in matters related to universal design, inclusive experience, and digital accessibility.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Complaint Resolution, Response, and Remediation Coordination:Coordinates processes to support the prompt and equitable resolution of digital accessibility complaints and inquiries. Collaborates with appropriate University offices to address barriers and ensure alignment with the ADA and other applicable federal and state laws regarding university digital technologies and assets. Ensures appropriate documentation and reporting of accessibility-related concerns. Coordinates remediation strategies and supports units in implementing corrective actions to address identified accessibility barriers.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
20

Job Duty

Assessment, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement:Oversees the evaluation and continuous improvement of University-wide digital accessibility efforts. Develops and maintains reporting mechanisms to assess progress, identify risks, and inform strategic decision-making. Monitors institutional progress towards accessibility compliance and provides recommendations to University leadership to address gaps and support ongoing improvement.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
10

Job Duty

Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No

Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date
05/18/2026

Job Close Date
06/14/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by June 14, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

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