Department: Access Compliance and Community
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category:Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type:Part-Time/ 20 Hours Per Week
Salary:$28-$36/hour; commensurate with experience
Location: Fairfax VA
Workplace Type:Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility:Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship
Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:Yes
About the Department: The Office of Access Compliance and Community (OACC) at George Mason University is dedicated to fostering an all-inclusive accessible and welcoming environment where all individualsstudents faculty and staffcan thrive. Guided by the universitys commitment to equal opportunity compliance and community engagement OACC aims to: 1) Enhance Access and Success by supporting individuals from all backgrounds by removing barriers promoting opportunities and ensuring access to resources for personal and professional growth; 2) Uphold Compliance and Accountability by ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and university non-discrimination policies while fostering a culture of transparency integrity and accountability; and 3) Embrace Our All Together Different Community by promoting an all-inclusive diverse welcoming and respectful campus environment through strategic initiatives educational outreach and meaningful partnerships that celebrate the richness of our community. OACC provides strategic leadership and oversight over George Masons compliance with federal and state laws regulations executive orders and mandates and university non-discrimination policies. Additionally OACC monitors the universitys continuing commitment to equal opportunity in both employment and educational practices. OACC reports to the president of the university and is responsible for the implementation of all equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies including federal requirements associated with the Americans with Disability Act Titles VI VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) as well as all state and university-related policies. OACC affirms and supports George Masons commitment to equitable access and compliance as well as a culture of integrity that values shared responsibility as critical elements of an inclusive academic community. Through various outreach and educational opportunities OACC ensures that the campus community understands their rights and responsibilities related to matters of civil rights. OACC works collaboratively with other campus partners and the surrounding community to ensure that George Mason maintains a campus environment that is free of discrimination misconduct retaliation and harassment. |
About the Position: The Digital Accessibility Specialist position reports to the IT Accessibility Coordinator and plays a pivotal role in ensuring that George Mason Universitys digital environments and instructional technologies are accessible to individuals with disabilities. |
Responsibilities: Ongoing Testing & Monitoring of George Mason Websites - Conducts WCAG 2.x conformance testing of Mason websites web-based resources ( documents videos) mobile apps and non-web-based software applicationsusing manual reviews automated testing tools and assistive technologies to ensurethey are accessible to people with a broad range of disabilities;
- Works with the IT Accessibility Coordinator to establish testing scenarios based onproject requirements;
- Works with the IT Accessibility Coordinator to establish project requirements andexpectations for WCAG conformance testing;
- Compiles reports on WCAG conformance failures and make recommendations forprioritizing and remediating identified issues;
- Reviews WCAG conformance failures with developers and content authors; and
- Monitors the resolution of WCAG conformance failures.
Accessibility Reviews of Instructional Technologies - Reviews existing and newly acquired academic technologies including digital learningplatforms instructional tools and classroom technology for accessibility compliance andwork with developers faculty instructional designers etc. to ensure access for students with disabilities;
- Develops training resources to assist faculty and staff with understanding how to ensure instructional resources are accessible to individuals with disabilities; and
- Performs other duties as assigned to support ATI and OACC.
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Required Qualifications: - BS degree in a technology-related field (e.g. information technology computer science instructional technology assistive technology etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience (some related experience (typically 1) with a technology-related degree or considerable related experience (typically 3) without a technology-related degree);
- Understanding of accessibility standards and laws such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and ADA Title II;
- Demonstrated experience working with assistive technology (e.g. JAWS NVDA Fusion Dragon Naturally Speaking VoiceOver mobile apps etc.);
- Demonstrated experience evaluating the accessibility of information and technology resources (web-based applications services content etc.) using manual and automated testing tools and assistive technologies (e.g. Jaws NVDA Voiceover);
- Demonstrated experience with HTML and CSS;
- Experience with web technologies (e.g. Drupal WordPress etc.);
- Strong organization and project management skills to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities and deadlines;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in teams;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Preferred Qualifications: - Assistive Technology and/or Accessibility-related certifications (i.e. ATP IAAP DHS Trusted Tester etc.);
- Demonstrated experience with HTML CSS and JavaScript;
- Demonstrated experience working in higher education;
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals with disabilities;
- Demonstrated experience working with a variety of web accessibility testing tools (e.g. WAVE ANDI DubBot color contrast tools etc.);
- Ability to use Microsoft 365 Acrobat Pro DC or related authoring tools; and
- Demonstrated ability to convey complex technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
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Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration applicants must apply forDigital Accessibility Specialist at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. |
Posting Open Date:February 20 2026 For Full Consideration Apply by:March 13 2026 Open Until Filled:Yes |
Required Experience:
IC
Department: Access Compliance and CommunityClassification: GMU WorkerJob Category:Part-Time / Hourly WageJob Type:Part-Time/ 20 Hours Per WeekSalary:$28-$36/hour; commensurate with experienceLocation: Fairfax VAWorkplace Type:Hybrid EligibleSponsorship Eligibility:Not Eligible for Visa SponsorshipSa...
Department: Access Compliance and Community
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category:Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type:Part-Time/ 20 Hours Per Week
Salary:$28-$36/hour; commensurate with experience
Location: Fairfax VA
Workplace Type:Hybrid Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility:Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship
Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check:Yes
About the Department: The Office of Access Compliance and Community (OACC) at George Mason University is dedicated to fostering an all-inclusive accessible and welcoming environment where all individualsstudents faculty and staffcan thrive. Guided by the universitys commitment to equal opportunity compliance and community engagement OACC aims to: 1) Enhance Access and Success by supporting individuals from all backgrounds by removing barriers promoting opportunities and ensuring access to resources for personal and professional growth; 2) Uphold Compliance and Accountability by ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and university non-discrimination policies while fostering a culture of transparency integrity and accountability; and 3) Embrace Our All Together Different Community by promoting an all-inclusive diverse welcoming and respectful campus environment through strategic initiatives educational outreach and meaningful partnerships that celebrate the richness of our community. OACC provides strategic leadership and oversight over George Masons compliance with federal and state laws regulations executive orders and mandates and university non-discrimination policies. Additionally OACC monitors the universitys continuing commitment to equal opportunity in both employment and educational practices. OACC reports to the president of the university and is responsible for the implementation of all equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies including federal requirements associated with the Americans with Disability Act Titles VI VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) as well as all state and university-related policies. OACC affirms and supports George Masons commitment to equitable access and compliance as well as a culture of integrity that values shared responsibility as critical elements of an inclusive academic community. Through various outreach and educational opportunities OACC ensures that the campus community understands their rights and responsibilities related to matters of civil rights. OACC works collaboratively with other campus partners and the surrounding community to ensure that George Mason maintains a campus environment that is free of discrimination misconduct retaliation and harassment. |
About the Position: The Digital Accessibility Specialist position reports to the IT Accessibility Coordinator and plays a pivotal role in ensuring that George Mason Universitys digital environments and instructional technologies are accessible to individuals with disabilities. |
Responsibilities: Ongoing Testing & Monitoring of George Mason Websites - Conducts WCAG 2.x conformance testing of Mason websites web-based resources ( documents videos) mobile apps and non-web-based software applicationsusing manual reviews automated testing tools and assistive technologies to ensurethey are accessible to people with a broad range of disabilities;
- Works with the IT Accessibility Coordinator to establish testing scenarios based onproject requirements;
- Works with the IT Accessibility Coordinator to establish project requirements andexpectations for WCAG conformance testing;
- Compiles reports on WCAG conformance failures and make recommendations forprioritizing and remediating identified issues;
- Reviews WCAG conformance failures with developers and content authors; and
- Monitors the resolution of WCAG conformance failures.
Accessibility Reviews of Instructional Technologies - Reviews existing and newly acquired academic technologies including digital learningplatforms instructional tools and classroom technology for accessibility compliance andwork with developers faculty instructional designers etc. to ensure access for students with disabilities;
- Develops training resources to assist faculty and staff with understanding how to ensure instructional resources are accessible to individuals with disabilities; and
- Performs other duties as assigned to support ATI and OACC.
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Required Qualifications: - BS degree in a technology-related field (e.g. information technology computer science instructional technology assistive technology etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience (some related experience (typically 1) with a technology-related degree or considerable related experience (typically 3) without a technology-related degree);
- Understanding of accessibility standards and laws such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and ADA Title II;
- Demonstrated experience working with assistive technology (e.g. JAWS NVDA Fusion Dragon Naturally Speaking VoiceOver mobile apps etc.);
- Demonstrated experience evaluating the accessibility of information and technology resources (web-based applications services content etc.) using manual and automated testing tools and assistive technologies (e.g. Jaws NVDA Voiceover);
- Demonstrated experience with HTML and CSS;
- Experience with web technologies (e.g. Drupal WordPress etc.);
- Strong organization and project management skills to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities and deadlines;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in teams;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
|
Preferred Qualifications: - Assistive Technology and/or Accessibility-related certifications (i.e. ATP IAAP DHS Trusted Tester etc.);
- Demonstrated experience with HTML CSS and JavaScript;
- Demonstrated experience working in higher education;
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals with disabilities;
- Demonstrated experience working with a variety of web accessibility testing tools (e.g. WAVE ANDI DubBot color contrast tools etc.);
- Ability to use Microsoft 365 Acrobat Pro DC or related authoring tools; and
- Demonstrated ability to convey complex technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
|
Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration applicants must apply forDigital Accessibility Specialist at and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information and provide a Cover Letter/Letter of Intent with Resume for review. |
Posting Open Date:February 20 2026 For Full Consideration Apply by:March 13 2026 Open Until Filled:Yes |
Required Experience:
IC
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