Website Accessibility & Design Asst. presso University of New Mexico

Organization: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science

Location: 1801 Mountain Rd NW,  Albuquerque, NM  87104

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

The Website Accessibility & Design Assistant will support the museum’s digital presence by maintaining and improving the museum’s website. The primary project for this role will be ensuring the website meets ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessibility standards, while also assisting with web design updates and routine site maintenance. This position works a maximum of 15 hours per week (30 hours per two-week pay period).

Key Responsibilities:
Audit the museum’s current website to identify accessibility issues and areas for improvement.
Implement changes to align the website with ADA accessibility guidelines (WCAG 2.1 standards).
Assist in redesigning and updating web pages for improved user experience and mobile responsiveness.
Conduct regular site maintenance, including updating content, fixing broken links, and ensuring security standards.
Collaborate with staff to gather content needs and provide technical solutions.
Document accessibility improvements and train staff on maintaining compliance moving forward.

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, or a related field.
Foundational knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress, Drupal, or similar preferred).
Interest or coursework in web accessibility and usability.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with supervisors.
Availability to work weekdays between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.