TLC Digital Accessibility Specialist

This is a 2 year contract with the possibility of extension and/or conversion to a career appointment.

To be considered, please include the following when submitting your application in the system:

1. Resume

2. A cover letter outlining interest in the position and a summary of relevant work experience

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement within the state of California. The selected candidate must reside within the state of California or be willing to relocate.

Please direct inquires about the position to the department HR team, Jaerika Vega at jvega@teaching.ucla.edu and Paula Yau at pyau@teaching.ucla.edu.

UCLA's Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Digital Accessibility Specialist to advance equitable access to academic content across the university. This is an exciting opportunity to shape inclusive digital learning environments at a leading research institution.

The Digital Accessibility Specialist partners with instructors, instructional designers, and academic units to ensure course materials meet institutional, state, and federal accessibility standards. Through dynamic training, individualized consultation, and strategic collaboration across campus, this role helps faculty design and deliver accessible, inclusive learning experiences for all students - including those who rely on assistive technologies.

This position plays a key role in building campus capacity around digital accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL), while also addressing high-risk accessibility needs in academic programs. The Specialist brings particular expertise in STEM digital accessibility, supporting accessible mathematical notation, scientific diagrams and data visualization, coding environments, simulations, and technical documentation.

Reporting to the Senior Advisor to the Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning for Digital Accessibility, the Specialist collaborates across the TLC and with campus partners - including the Center for Accessible Education, Digital Technology Solutions, libraries, and academic leadership - to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and continuously improve accessibility practices.

If you are passionate about equity in education, skilled at translating technical standards into practical solutions, and excited to support faculty at scale, we encourage you to apply and help UCLA ensure that every learner can fully engage in digital learning environments.

• 2 Years of Minimum Experience Related to Digital Accessibility Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience supporting digital accessibility in educational or complex digital environments. (Required)
• Demonstrated experience supporting digital accessibility in educational or complex digital environments. (Required)
• Working knowledge of digital accessibility standards and guidelines (e.g., WCAG 2.x, Section 508), with the ability to explain technical accessibility concepts to non-technical audiences. (Required)
• Experience reviewing and remediating digital content for accessibility, including documents, multimedia, web-based content. (Required)
• Strong communication and consultation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with instructors and technical stakeholders. (Required)
• Experience with Canvas and/or other learning management systems (LMS) (e.g., Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard) and familiarity with instructional technologies. (Preferred)
• Experience working in higher education, particularly at a research-intensive institution, and delivering professional development or training for faculty or staff. (Preferred)
• Specialized expertise in STEM digital accessibility, including math, science, data visualization, or coding environments, and knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles. (Preferred)
• Experience using accessibility evaluation tools (e.g., screen readers, automated testing tools, captioning platforms). (Preferred)
• Strong problem-solving and risk-mitigation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. (Required)
• Committed to equity, inclusion, and accessible education. (Required)
• Attention to detail balanced with practical, scalable solutions, and a collaborative, consultative approach. (Required)
• May be eligible for a remote or hybrid schedule. (Required)

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., education, instructional design, information technology, computer science, disability studies, or a related discipline); or equivalent training/experience. (Required)
• Master's Degree Master's degree or other advanced training in a relevant field. (Preferred)
• International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) (Preferred) Or
• Certified Professional of Accessible Core Competencies (CPACC) (Preferred) Or
• Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) (Preferred) Or
• Accessible Document Specialist (ADS) (Preferred) Or
• Section 508 Trusted Tester from DHS (Preferred) Or
• Other Relevant Certification (Preferred)

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.