OPS Web Accessibility Developer

**OPS Web Accessibility Developer**

**Job No:** 538402

**Work Type:** Part Time

**Location:** Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

**Categories:** Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Computer Science, Information Technology

**Department:** 18210000 - ED-DISTANCE LEARNING

**Job Description**

Classification Title:

OPS - Web Accessibility Developer

Classification Minimum Requirements:

* 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

Job Description:

The OPS Web Accessibility Developer will support the University of Florida College of Education Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies in preparing its web properties to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards for accessibility compliance, in accordance with Florida state legislation for public universities. This role is focused on auditing, documenting, and remediating accessibility issues across a range of College managed websites.

Working on-site as part of the College's web team, this position will assess accessibility gaps, identify areas of non-compliance, and implement technical fixes within WordPress-based sites, custom web environments, and associated digital documents such as PDFs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, familiar with accessibility testing tools, and able to make both front-end and code-based updates where needed.

**Primary Responsibilities:**

**Accessibility Auditing & Reporting**

* Conduct audits of the Anita Zucker Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Studies

website using accessibility evaluation tools (e.g., WAVE, axe, Siteimprove,

Lighthouse)
* Identify barriers to accessibility related to color contrast, navigation, keyboard use,

screen reader compatibility, and semantic HTML
* Review PDFs and other downloadable documents for accessibility issues such as

tagging, reading order, form fields, and alternative text
* Create issue logs and remediation recommendations for each web property

reviewed

**Accessibility Remediation & Implementation**

* Update code, markup, and styles to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards
* Modify and implement accessibility features in existing WordPress themes and

templates
* Remediate or rebuild PDFs to meet accessibility standards using tools such as

Adobe Acrobat Pro
* Collaborate with ETC developers and content editors to resolve accessibility issues

across digital content

**Collaboration & Documentation**

* Work with ETC's web team to prioritize remediation tasks based on user impact and

site traffic
* Document changes and solutions to support ongoing accessibility maintenance
* Provide feedback and guidance to content editors and stakeholders when updates

require non-technical support

This is an on-site, time-limited OPS position funded by the College of Education.

A background check is required

Expected Salary:

$15.00/hr

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

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required:

No

**Applications Close:** 29 January 2026

**To apply, visit [https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538402](https://apptrkr.com/6858624)**

**Our Commitment:**

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.


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