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OPS - Web Accessibility Developer

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Job No: 536776 Work Type: Part Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Information Technology Department: 18210000 - ED-DISTANCE LEARNING

Job Description OPS Web Accessibility Developer supports the University of Florida College of Education in preparing web properties to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards, in accordance with Florida state legislation for public universities. This role audits, documents, and remediates accessibility issues across College-managed websites.

Primary Responsibilities

Accessibility Auditing & Reporting – Conduct audits using tools (e.g., WAVE, axe, Siteimprove, Lighthouse), identify barriers, create issue logs and remediation recommendations.

Accessibility Remediation & Implementation – Update code, markup, styles to meet WCAG 2.1 AA, modify WordPress themes/templates, collaborate with developers/content editors to resolve issues.

Collaboration & Documentation – Prioritize remediation tasks with web team, document changes, provide feedback and guidance to editors and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in an appropriate field and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA standards and web accessibility best practices.

Experience with HTML, CSS, and accessible front-end development.

Familiarity with WordPress and common accessibility testing tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in web design, computer science, or related field.

Experience remediating accessibility issues in higher education or government environments.

Working knowledge of ARIA roles, semantic HTML, and screen reader testing.

Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.

Expected Salary: $15.00 hourly Special Instructions: Upload cover letter and resume. Applications close: 24 October 2025

Equal Employment Opportunity University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If accommodation due to a disability is needed, call 352-392-2477 or visit Accessibility at UF.

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