• Training Specialist - TERM

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Training Specialist - TERM

     

    How to Apply

     

    Applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter (maximum of two pages) outlining your interest in the position and your experience. Please upload both documents as one file through the U-M Careers website.

    Job Summary

    The Accessibility Training Specialist helps design and deliverTitle II- (https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/regulations/title-ii-2010-regulations/) focused education in the Library. You will work with the Library's Accessibility Lead and Accessibility Services Librarian, the Library's Accessibility Steering Committee, and other Accessibility partners in the Library and on campus to develop and implement training programs across a variety of formats, including online and in-person instruction, Canvas courses, videos, and more. You will also help track participation in training offered by the Library and evaluate program impact through documentation and reporting of participation. Working in partnership with Library and campus partners, you will play an important part in ensuring the Library's compliance with the updated Title II regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

     

    *This is a one-year term limited position.

     

    Reporting Structure

     

    The Accessibility Training Specialist reports to the Accessibility Lead in Digital Scholarship and Creative Spaces in the Learning and Teaching division. Learning and Teaching advances next century literacies, guides learning, and inspires curiosity through its programs and partnerships.

    Supervisory Experience:

    The Accessibility Training Specialist may supervise student employees or staff for Accessibility services.

     

    Why Work at Michigan?

     

    In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

     

    + Generous time off

    + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

    + Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Long-term disability coverage

    + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

    Responsibilities*

    + Training, Development and Implementation (60%)

    + Develop and implement a variety of accessibility-focused training programs across multiple forms of media such as Canvas, Zoom, and in-person workshops, webinars.

    + Collaborate with Library instructors to embed accessibility practices and requirements into existing instructional material and curricula for courses and other instructional sessions

    + Coordinate training materials with others developed by campus and cross-institutional organizations

    + Program Assessment (30%)

    + Develop an assessment plan to track the engagement and effect of accessibility training and communication programs.

    + Professional Development (10%)

    Required Qualifications*

    + ALA-Accredited Masters Degree, or Masters Degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or a relevant field related to Accessibility training and standards

    + Experience with current accessibility laws (e.g., Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) and standards (e.g., W3C WCAG 2.0 AA)

    + Instructional and teaching design experience related to accessibility, including digital accessibility across a variety of formats

    + Experience working in a collaborative, team-based environment

    + Demonstrated ability to foster a learning community in the workplace while coaching individuals from different backgrounds

     

    Modes of Work

     

    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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    This position is available for hybrid or on-site work.

     

    Additional Information

     

    For questions about this posting or to request accommodations, please contact [email protected] .

     

    Application Deadline

     

    Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

     

    U-M EEO Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    269286

     

    Working Title

     

    Training Specialist - TERM

     

    Job Title

     

    Instructional Learning Senior

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Hybrid

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Univ Library

     

    Department

     

    Library Learn&Teach - CS

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    10/02/2025 - 10/16/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $75,000.00 - $83,000.00

     

    Career Interest

     

    Instructional Services

     

    Libraries & Museums