Program Manager (Digital Accessibility Compliance Program Manager)

Job Title

Program Manager (Digital Accessibility Compliance Program Manager)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Office Of Information Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5331.75 monthly

Job Location

Laredo Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Program Manager under direction plans organizes directs and manages day-to-day activities developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plans organizes directs and manages day-to-day activities developing and implementing procedures for the administration of the program.

Assists in developing strategic plans and goals to support the program.

Assists with the development and production of materials designed for the program.

This document represents the major duties responsibilities and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Requirements

Monitor and track University compliance with Title II WCAG 2.x standards and Section 508 requirements.

Provide training and support to staff responsible for initial VPAT review ensuring accurate evaluation of digital tools and resources.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT faculty procurement web teams) to advise on accessibility compliance and best practices.

Develop and maintain accessibility compliance reports distributing them to leadership and presenting findings to committees and governance groups.

Coordinate training and awareness programs for staff and faculty on digital accessibility standards and responsibilities.

Establish and manage a digital accessibility audit schedule for websites learning management systems and other digital platforms.

Provide guidance on accessible procurement processes ensuring accessibility is integrated into RFPs and vendor evaluations.

Minimum Requirements

Education Bachelors degree in Management Information Systems Education or related field .

Experience Five years of related experience .

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

A minimum of 3 years experience professional experience implementing and managing digital accessibility remediation in a higher education setting.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Ability to :

Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

Strong knowledge of accessibility standards and laws including the Texas EIR accessibility laws and administrative rules.

Familiarity with digital accessibility tools for automated and manual testing.

Ability to analyze and solve complex accessibility problems in various formats including websites mobile applications and documents.

Licensing / Professional Certification None.

Physical Requirements None.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

Evening and weekend work may be required.

Position requires on campus face-to-face interactions.

Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary : $63981.00 / annually

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT : During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you Submit the application materials . The software does not allow you to Save your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page My Experience has an area provided under Resume / CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include :

Resume

Cover Letter

3 -5 professional references and their full contact information

Unofficial transcripts (if indicated)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1