Digital Accessibility Coordinator

Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy

. Serve as the internal campus expert for digital-accessibility content compliance .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in digital accessibility compliance, including knowledge of federal and state regulations such as ADA and WCAG. Capable of developing training resources and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance digital accessibility initiatives.

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Digital Accessibility ComplianceAccessibility Testing ToolsDocument RemediationIAAP Certification (CPACC, WAS)Cross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Digital Accessibility StrategyWeb Page RemediationMicrosoft Office AccessibilityPDF AccessibilityMultimedia AccessibilityAccessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs/VPATs)Compliance ReportingAccessibility Scan Metrics AnalysisSoftware TestingRemediation Roadmap Development

Soft Skills

Facilitation SkillsPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

IAAP Certification (CPACC, WAS)

Industry Keywords

Digital AccessibilityHigher EducationADAWCAGFederal RegulationsState RegulationsAccessibility RisksRemediation EffortsAccommodation WorkflowsEmerging Accessibility Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the internal campus expert for digital-accessibility content compliance
Contribute to the campus-wide digital-accessibility strategy and related initiatives
Develop and deliver workshops, guides, and training resources for faculty, staff, and content creators
Partner with IT, Strategic Sourcing, and Legal to review vendor Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs/VPATs)
Conduct hands-on software testing and negotiate remediation roadmaps before software acquisition
Oversee institution-sponsored automated and manual remediation efforts and tracking
Advise community members on remediation actions
Advise leadership and relevant committees on accessibility risks, compliance metrics, and strategic directions
Coordinate with the Student Disability Resource Center, Public Affairs, IT, and academic departments to address digital barriers and streamline accommodation workflows
Track remediation progress, analyze accessibility scan metrics, and produce regular compliance reporting
Stay current with emerging accessibility technologies, legal precedents, federal regulations, and best practices
Recommend digital communication and brand strategy improvements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
3+ years of experience managing or implementing digital accessibility initiatives, document remediation, or related portfolios
Additional related experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis
Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state digital accessibility requirements, ADA, WCAG, and related standards
Ability to remediate web pages, Microsoft Office files, PDFs, and multimedia
Proficiency with digital accessibility testing and review tools
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
IAAP certification (CPACC, WAS) or similar accessibility credential preferred
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams preferred
Experience in a higher education environment preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, benefits-eligible position
Hybrid work arrangement combining in-office and remote work
Flexible work to support collaboration
Professional development and growth support
Reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities