STUDENT ASSISTANT (TEMP) - Digital Accessibility Assistance

[Apply Now](https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/apply/270428)

How to Apply
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Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience.

Responsibilities*
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* Review digital course materials (e.g., documents, slides, PDFs, and multimedia) for accessibility compliance
* Assist in remediating documents and other digital assets to meet digital accessibility standards
* Support the creation of accessible text, images, tables, and captions in instructional materials.
* Collaborate with faculty and staff to improve accessibility within Canvas.
* Conduct basic accessibility checks using technological tools provided.
* Maintain accurate records of completed accessibility work and provide reports as needed.
* Participate in ongoing training related to digital accessibility.

Required Qualifications*
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* Must be a current University of Michigan-Dearborn student

Desired Qualifications*
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* Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, including enthusiasm for work, initiative and follow-up skills
* Interact with others in a friendly, open, and accepting manner
* Ability to follow instructions accurately, work independently, multi-task, creatively and independently problem solve, and research various mediums for information.
* Work in a team environment
* Handle confidential and sensitive information

Modes of Work
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Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the [work modes](https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work).

Background Screening
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The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement
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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.