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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> </span><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none'> tech-vi@groups.io <tech-vi@groups.io> <b>On Behalf Of </b>David Goldfield via groups.io<br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, August 29, 2025 12:08 PM<br><b>To:</b> Tech-VI Announcement List <tech-vi@groups.io><br><b>Subject:</b> [Tech-VI] Employment Opportunity From the National Federation of the Blind: Accessibility Excellence Advocate, Home and Independent Living<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://nfb.org/about-us/career-opportunities/accessibility-excellence-advocate-home-and-independent-living">Original Source</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white'><span class=field><span style='font-size:39.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>Accessibility Excellence Advocate, Home and Independent Living</span></span><span style='font-size:39.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The National Federation of the Blind is a membership organization of blind people from each of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. As America's civil rights organization of the blind, the Federation is a coordinated network of skilled advocates, resources, and programs that raise expectations of the blind in society and create opportunities for blind people to live the lives they want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The staff of the Federation are central to the organized blind movement by providing support, professional expertise, and daily contributions to the success of the organization. Working under the direction of the Federation's elected President, the staff advise the organization's leadership and contribute to the vibrant, energetic, and collaborative culture of the organization that raises expectations throughout society.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The Accessibility Excellence Advocate, Home and Independent Living reports to the executive director for Accessibility Excellence and is the nation\u2019s subject matter expert on technology that permits blind people to utilize technology to facilitate social interaction and independence. This includes accessibility of consumer appliances, smart home ecosystems, entertainment devices, personal and clinical healthcare technology, and tools for social connection.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The role is part of the Federation\u2019s Center of Excellence in Nonvisual Accessibility, which works relentlessly to ensure that technology facilitates blind people living the life they want.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>This role requires a tech-savvy, articulate communicator, negotiator and advocate capable of understanding the current technical landscape, while being able to promote the Federation\u2019s policies and priorities that will deliver an even better tomorrow. This role requires a person with the ability to communicate complex technological concepts at both a highly technical and non-technical level, to suit the audience.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The ideal candidate will possess a deep personal commitment to the Federation\u2019s philosophy and to raising expectations of blind people in all aspects of society. The ideal candidate must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, various day trips, and overnight travel in order to meet a variety of external deadlines.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;color:inherit'><span style='font-size:27.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></span></h2><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Serve as a public-facing ambassador and advocate for the Federation's mission and values, ensuring that technology is always presented as a facilitator for blind people to succeed.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Ensure domestic tech appliances, smart home hubs, and health equipment are operable nonvisually.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Actively cultivate productive relationships with developers of hardware and software to ensure blindness is no barrier to using the most appropriate tool for a given task.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Produce articles, podcast segments, and webinars covering technology for the home and independent living, assisting blind people to choose the most accessible options and highlighting products where there is room for improvement.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Publish guides and hold symposia for manufacturers, providing practical guidance on how to produce accessible technology.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Close accessibility gaps in personal and clinical healthcare by advocating for accessible solutions.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Monitor and provide advice on technology used by blind people to travel in the community.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Act as both collaborator and watchdog with technology developers, encouraging progress while guarding against approaches that diminish blind people\u2019s equality or independence.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Actively and regularly engage with NFB affiliates, divisions, and members to ensure we maximize the collective wisdom of the organized blind movement.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Actively monitor and respond to concerns and insights from Federation members to ensure advocacy priorities reflect the real experiences and aspirations of blind people.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Collaborate, make recommendations, provide technical advice, and perform detailed evaluations in service of the core programs of the Federation in partnership with other Federation members/staff in areas such as legal work, advocacy priorities, and capacity building projects.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Perform other duties as assigned.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;color:inherit'><span style='font-size:27.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></h2><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Demonstrated familiarity with the access technology used by blind people, including screen readers and Braille displays, on all commonly used desktop and mobile platforms. Lived experience is strongly preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Strong analytical and reasoning skills in evaluating the current state of technology used in the home and for independent living, while being able to plan a road map for greater accessibility.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>An articulate advocate with the ability to balance advocacy with diplomacy, maintaining constructive relationships even when delivering difficult messages.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Proven ability to represent an organization publicly with authority, confidence, and authenticity, including in high-stakes or adversarial contexts.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Well-developed public speaking and presentation skills.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Ability to command respect and convey authority in diverse forums.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>The ability to write clearly for diverse audiences, ranging from the highly technical to distilling complex concepts in a nontechnical way.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>A self-starter who demonstrates initiative, while respecting that our members determine our priorities.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Effective networking with diverse stakeholders.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Experience producing quality audio content, or the ability to learn how to do so.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;color:inherit'><span style='font-size:27.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>Education and Experience<o:p></o:p></span></h2><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo9;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Lived experience as a blind person preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo9;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>At least five years\u2019 experience in training or advocacy relating to technology used in the home and for independent living.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo9;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Experience in influencing product roadmaps or standards through advocacy or policy work.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo9;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Familiarity with relevant accessibility standards and regulations (e.g., Section 508, ADA, WCAG) and their application to consumer technology.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo9;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif'>Relevant technical certifications are an advantage.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;color:inherit'><span style='font-size:27.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>Compensation and Benefits<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The pay range for this position is 76,000 to 88,000 dollars. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>Please go to our <a href="https://nfb.org/about-us/career-opportunities/employee-benefits-guide"><span style='color:#005AA3'>benefits brochure</span></a> to learn about the employee benefits offered by the National Federation of the Blind.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:22.5pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:7.5pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box;color:inherit'><span style='font-size:27.0pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black;font-weight:normal'>How to Apply<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>We seek individuals who wish to identify with a cause and to assist in advocacy for a group long denied equal opportunity to succeed or fail based on ability, and not be denied opportunity based on society\u2019s stereotypes.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>This job is open until filled. Applicants should send, preferably via email, a résumé and cover letter indicating salary requirements to: Human Resources, National Federation of the Blind, 200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place, Baltimore, MD 21230; telephone 410-659-9314, extension 2413; fax 410-685-5653; email <a href="mailto:careers@nfb.org"><span style='color:#005AA3'>careers@nfb.org</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:15.0pt;margin-left:0in;background:white;box-sizing: border-box'><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Lato",sans-serif;color:black'>The National Federation of the Blind is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, all terms and conditions of employment will be carried out without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, age, or disability. 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