Senior Accessibility Specialist

_This is a term-limited position funded through December 31, 2026._ _This full-time position is benefits eligible._ The City of Littleton is seeking a Digital Accessibility Specialist to join the Information Technology team and lead efforts in ensuring the city meets various legislative requirements including Colorado House Bill 21-1110 and Senate Bill 23-244. This position will be responsible for evaluating, remediating, and improving digital content, websites, applications, and documen

ts to ensure accessibility for all users. The Digital Accessibility Specialist will provide training, guidance, and support to city staff and departments, integrate accessibility into processes and projects, and promote accessibility as part of the city’s culture. Acting as both a subject matter expert and a change leader, this role will help the city create inclusive digital experiences and maintain ongoing compliance with state accessibility laws. The ideal candidate for this position will hav

e a strong combination of technical expertise, advocacy, and a passion for creating inclusive digital design and experiences. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, is skilled in PDF and document remediation, and various web technologies, and has a deep understanding of accessibility requirements and standards. The City of Littleton is a vibrant community south of Denver and is consistently voted as one of America’s Best Small Cities, and a top place to raise a family. Learn more about everything Littleton to offer at VisitLittleton.org. Home to a vibrant and historic downtown, and a variety of shopping venues, restaurants, parks and trails, there is a lot to offer to the wonderful people who live and work here. The City of Littleton offers outstanding benefits and perks to our employees. For more information, see the 2025 Benefit Guide. The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent and our strategies include hiring in at market pay and creating career development opportunities. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton. Hiring pay range $80,076 - $84,291 per year This full-time term-limited position is exempt per FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Work Schedule: This full-time position will work in person, Monday – Friday, during general business hours (8 am to 5 pm). Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but preference will be given to complete applications received by Sunday, October 26, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe Digital Accessibility Specialist is responsible for ensuring the city’s digital and programmatic accessibility in compliance with federal, state, and new Colorado accessibility laws. Duties include, but are not limited to: * Document, Website, and Application Remediation – Review and remediate digital content (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web applications) to ensure full accessibility compliance. * PDF Accessibility – Convert PDFs into accessible web pages and perform thorough PDF remediation to meet accessibility standards. * User Interface Enhancements – Recommend and implement improvements to websites and applications that enhance usability and accessibility for all users. * Training and Education – Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and resources to city staff and departments on accessibility requirements, tools, and best practices. * Process Improvement – Integrate accessibility into business processes, workflows, and project planning to ensure compliance is proactive rather than reactive. * Culture Building – Promote accessibility as an integral part of the city’s culture, raising awareness and fostering inclusion across all levels of the organization. * Webmaster Support – Provide backup support for the city’s webmaster, ensuring accessible content management and continuity of web services. * Compliance Monitoring – Stay current with accessibility laws, standards, and best practices; conduct periodic audits; and recommend corrective actions. * Procurement Support – Work with Procurement to review software, applications, and technology purchases to ensure accessibility requirements are included in contracts and vendor evaluations. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field; and * One (1) year of experience with assistive technology solutions; or * An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered. * Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with assistive technology solutions in a public sector environment Knowledge, Skills, Abilities * Knowledge of various accessibility requirements, including WCAG, Section 508, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). * Skilled in document and PDF remediation, web content management systems (CMS), and accessible web and app development practices, such as CommonLook. * Ability to identify and recommend improvements to user interfaces that enhance accessibility and overall user experience. * Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills to train and support staff across departments with varying levels of technical knowledge. * Skills in writing, editing, design, organization, and project management. * Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills to troubleshoot accessibility issues and propose solutions. * Knowledge in web-based technologies, web design, current web authoring/development software, electronic commerce methods, internet stand