Learning Technology - Web Accessibility Specialist at 2U

What We’re Looking For:

The Web Accessibility Specialist ensures that all website enhancements and content is accessible through the use of assistive technology and complies with legislative and/or contractual obligations. The role is also responsible for establishing a vision for Accessibility compliance that will influence product design and create an equal learning experience for all users.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Thorough understanding of WCAG 2.0/2.1 guidelines in application. 

• Testing feature deployments across virtual learning environments and marketing websites. 

• Responsible for the formal audit and drafting of relevant compliance documentation across existing virtual learning environments and marketing websites on desktop and mobile. 

• Developing a vision for Accessibility compliance and advocating for strategic direction with internal and external stakeholders.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• 3+ years experience in IT, business systems analysis and/or web development.

• Bachelor's degree beneficial (Computer Science preferred).

• Experience in systems analysis and speccing enhancements for development.

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Good problem solving skills.

• Analytical, strategic and logical thinker.

• Time management, discipline, accountability, self-motivation and eagerness to learn.

• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audience.

• Ability to understand learning design requirements and translate to data solutions.

• Ability to work well under pressure.

• Ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team as well as on your own.

• Attention to detail.