At the University of Denver, Student Affairs is at the heart of the student journey—empowering every student to thrive academically, personally, and professionally. Rooted in DU’s signature 4D Experience, our division is committed to fostering holistic development through four dimensions: deepen intellect, develop wellbeing, discover character, and design careers and lives of purpose.

Our work reaches far beyond the classroom. Through dynamic, high-impact programs, services, and experiences offered at both the Denver Campus and the Kennedy Mountain Campus, we foster inclusive communities, promote health and wellness, cultivate exploration, engagement, and leadership, and develop a deep sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a high-touch environment where students and participants connect meaningfully, grow confidently, and thrive personally and collectively.

As a division, we serve the broader DU and Denver community which includes:

• Current DU Students & Families
• Prospective Students & Families
• Faculty & Staff
• Alumni & Donors
• Local Community
• Companies & Organizations
• National Peers & Media

Together, we are shaping a vibrant, supportive, and dynamic campus culture where every student and participant can discover their potential and make a meaningful impact.

The Student Affairs division includes the following units:

• 4D Experience
• Student Affairs Administration: Fundraising, Marketing, Communication
• Housing & Residential Education
• Driscoll & Community Commons
• Denver Dining (Sodexo)
• Business Operations & Division Resources
• Student Engagement
• New Student & Family Programs
• Kennedy Mountain Campus
• DU Outdoors
• Wellness & Recreation
• Health & Counseling Center
• First@DU
• Learning Effectiveness Program
• Student Disability Services
• Student Outreach & Support
• Student Rights & Responsibilities
• Veteran & Military Resources
• Office of the Dean of Students

Student Disability Services (SDS) is dedicated to providing students with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in the University's programs, courses and activities. SDS provides accommodations at no cost to any student who has a documented disability as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and other applicable laws. Accommodations are intended to mitigate the impact of a disability and afford students equitable access to participate in the University's programs, courses, and activities.

Position Summary

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

The Alternate Format Text Specialist is responsible for creating and remediating course materials and textbooks for students with approved disability accommodations. This position supports the University’s Alternate Format Text (AFT) services by converting instructional materials into accessible formats that comply with accessibility standards and promote equal access to academic programs.

Under the direction of the Manager of Assistive Technology, the Specialist reviews and remediates digital and scanned documents, textbooks, and course materials by correcting document structure and reading order, creating accessible PDF, Word, and electronic text files, and adding alternative text descriptions for images and graphics. The Specialist also verifies compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies.

This is a remote, part-time position that focuses exclusively on the remediation and preparation of accessible documents and textbooks

Essential Functions

1. Remediate and convert course materials, textbooks, and instructional content into accessible formats (e.g., accessible PDF, Word, and electronic text) for students with approved disability accommodations.
2. Apply accessibility standards to digital and scanned documents by correcting document structure, reading order, headings, tables, and adding alternative text descriptions for images and graphics.
3. Verify compatibility of remediated materials with assistive technologies, including screen readers and other accessibility tools commonly used by students with disabilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to remediate inaccessible instructional and assessment materials to provide equitable access for students with disabilities.
• Working knowledge of accessibility features and standards within Adobe Acrobat and Windows and iOS operating systems.
• Proficiency in the use of assistive technologies, including screen readers, speech‑to‑text software, Braille translation tools, and related hardware and software, including but not limited to Kurzweil, JAWS, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Braille translation software and devices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, meet strict deadlines, and respond promptly to multiple stakeholder requests.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of education, information technology, assistive technology, or related field. Master’s degree in the field of education, information technology, assistive technology, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with assistive technology for students with disabilities in education.
• Expertise in various assistive software technologies.
• Zero to two (0-2) years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related area and eight (8) years professional experience
• 2-4 years professional experience

Work Schedule

This position requires employees to work remotely as needed on a part-time basis (Schedules vary by department and position.)

Hourly Range:
The hourly pay for the position is $35.00.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Application Deadline
For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) August 27, 2026.

Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. Resume

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history and National Sex Offender Registry background check.