OPS - Web Accessibility Developer

Job No: 536776
Work Type: Part Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, 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 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 and custom web environments. 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 College of Education websites 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
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
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

Expected Salary:

$15.00 hourly

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



Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in web design, computer science, or related field
Experience remediating accessibility issues in higher education or government environments
Working knowledge of ARIA roles, semantic HTML, and screen reader testing
Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders



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.

Health Assessment Required:
No



Applications Close: 27 August 2025

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536776

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.