Digital Accessibility Specialist – Library Services

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) has an opportunity for a contractual Digital Accessibility Specialist . The Digital Accessibility Specialist supports UMB’s efforts to ensure compliance with ADA Title II, Section 508, and WCAG 2.2 standards by assessing, improving, and advising on the accessibility of digital content, with a particular focus on library and scholarly resource environments.
The Digital Accessibility Specialist is housed within the HSHSL’s Resource Development & Access division, this position works with library staff and campus partners to improve the accessibility of digital collections, course materials, and resource sharing systems. The Specialist provides consultation, contributes to workflow development, and supports accessibility-related initiatives that help advance equitable access to information across the UMB community.
Position Term: This position is intended to be a 12-month appointment, pending funding beyond the current fiscal year.
Best Consideration Date: For best consideration, applications should be submitted by Monday, November 9, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed until the position is filled.
Application Materials : Interested candidates must submit a resume, a cover letter is optional as part of the application but strongly encouraged.
The selected candidate must be a Maryland resident by their start date. Travel and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

Responsibilities
- Conduct accessibility testing and evaluation of digital content using automated tools, manual review, and assistive technologies; document findings and recommend remediation approaches.

- Remediate digital content for accessibility across formats (e.g., PDFs, Word documents, presentations, scanned materials, and multimedia) in alignment with WCAG 2.2, Section 508, and ADA Title II standards.

- Support accessibility workflows for library and academic content environments, including digital collections, interlibrary loan, course reserves, and repository systems.

- Provide guidance and consultation to library staff and campus partners on accessibility practices, tools, and standards.

- Assist with the development and documentation of accessibility workflows, guides, and training materials to support consistent and sustainable practices.

- Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., IT, Communications, Disability Services, instructional designers as appropriate) to help improve the accessibility of digital content.

- Track and document accessibility issues and remediation activities, contributing to increased awareness of common barriers and improvement opportunities.

- Review digital content and platforms for accessibility concerns and suggest practical recommendations for improvement.

- Utilize accessibility tools and technologies (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Pro, accessibility checkers, captioning platforms) to support content evaluation and remediation.

Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in library science, information science, communications, information technology, or a related field required. Master’s degree in library and information science or a related discipline preferred.
Experience:
Two (2) years of related professional experience in digital accessibility, digital content creation or remediation, library systems, or a related field required.
Preferred experience includes:

- Accessibility standards such as WCAG, ADA Title II, and Section 508

- Accessibility evaluation tools and remediation techniques

- Digital content management or library systems

- Supporting or contributing to cross-functional projects

- Creating or delivering training or documentation

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.