Part Time Production Specialist (Focus on Accessibility)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. 2. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. 3. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The College of IST's Office of Learning Design has openings for a part-time Production Specialist, with a focus on accessibility. This position will primarily focus on applying accessibility standards for courses that are part of the IST's undergraduate and graduate degree programs. This is an in-person position based at University Park. Resumes and cover letters are required and must be submitted as .docx when applying for the position . Successful candidates must possess a strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, and adhere to outlined steps in a detailed process. Primary Responsibilities 1. Edit Canvas courses for accessibility. 2. MakeWord,PowerPoint,andPDFfiles accessible. 3. Createalt-text and long descriptions for images. 4. Captionandtranscribevideos. 5. Organizeboth working and completed projectfiles. Additional Duties (as assigned) 1. Maintainaccessibility compliance for courses/webpages. 2. Assistincreating and revisingCanvascourse content. 3. Maintain and updatewebpages. 4. Conduct course quality assurancechecks. 5. Maintainoffice records and documentation. 6. Support otherrelated projects as needed. Required Skills and Knowledge 1. Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, andproblem-solvingskills. 2. Willingness to learnnew things, especially aboutaccessibility. 3. Familiarity with: Microsoft 365, Canvas, Kaltura, and the concept of digital accessibility. 4. Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions without skipping steps. Optional Skills 1. Knowledge of WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards. 2. Basic codingfamiliarity. 3. Awareness of copyright rules. 4. Familiarity of Smartsheet. Position Details 1. Hours: 10-18 hours/week during Fall 2026(withpossible extensioninto 2027). 2. May be eligible for internship credit, depending on program requirements. 3. Location: University Park campus (this is not a full remote position). 4. Firstthree weeks must be full in person before a hybrid schedule is considered. Confirm this in your cover letter exactly asstatedhere. Applicants who failmeet everyrequirementexactlywill not be considered Resume formatting must: 1. Be in Microsoft Word .docx format. 2. Resume file name includes your last name, and the number 0926 (example: SmithResume0926) 3. Use Arial 12pt font. 4. Havetop/ bottom margins ofexactly 0.75"and left/rightmarginsof exactly 1". Cover letter must: 1. Be in Microsoft Word .docx format. 2. Cover letter file name includes your last name, and the number 0926 (example: SmithCover0926) 3. Include 2-3 sentences explaining, in your own words, the difference between usability and accessibility. 4. Confirm that you can work three weeks fully in person before any hybrid schedule. Cross-reference: Your sentences explaining the difference between usability and accessibility must also appear in your resume's "Skills" or "Other" section. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion o background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME ... For full info follow application link. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.