Digital Accessibility Specialist – ADA / WCAG Compliance (799056)
Smartcloudsolution, Frankfort, KY, United States
Overview
We are seeking a Digital Accessibility Specialist to ensure all agency-hosted digital content meets ADA Title II, Section 508, and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards. This role serves as a key technical resource, supporting accessibility compliance across web platforms, documents, and applications. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify accessibility issues, provide remediation guidance, and promote best practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities Accessibility Evaluation & Remediation
Conduct accessibility audits of websites, SharePoint pages, dashboards, forms, and applications
Remediate digital content including PDFs, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files
Test using assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) and automated tools (e.g., Axe, ARC, BrowserStack)
Identify issues, assess severity, and provide clear remediation recommendations
Validate fixes to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and ADA standards
Provide guidance on semantic HTML, ARIA roles, keyboard navigation, focus order, and color contrast
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with developers, designers, content creators, and business teams to embed accessibility into workflows
Translate business requirements into accessible digital solutions
Participate in accessibility initiatives and compliance workstreams
Documentation & Training
Develop and maintain accessibility guidelines, checklists, and job aids
Deliver training and support to internal teams on accessibility standards and remediation practices
Provide ongoing support to users addressing accessibility issues
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Stay current with ADA Title II, Section 508, WCAG standards, and industry trends
Support audit readiness and regulatory reviews
Analyze feedback and recommend improvements to enhance accessibility practices
Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
Experience & Skills
2+ years of experience in digital accessibility auditing and remediation
Strong knowledge of ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.1 AA standards
Experience with accessibility testing tools (e.g., ARC, NVDA, Acquia, BrowserStack, Adobe Acrobat, Office 365 tools)
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, ARIA, and accessible design practices
Experience reviewing technical designs for accessibility compliance
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
Ability to train and support non‑technical users
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
NOTES
Onsite role in Columbus, OH (5 days/week)
Fast‑paced, collaborative environment supporting enterprise accessibility initiatives
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Key Responsibilities Accessibility Evaluation & Remediation
Conduct accessibility audits of websites, SharePoint pages, dashboards, forms, and applications
Remediate digital content including PDFs, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files
Test using assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) and automated tools (e.g., Axe, ARC, BrowserStack)
Identify issues, assess severity, and provide clear remediation recommendations
Validate fixes to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and ADA standards
Provide guidance on semantic HTML, ARIA roles, keyboard navigation, focus order, and color contrast
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Partner with developers, designers, content creators, and business teams to embed accessibility into workflows
Translate business requirements into accessible digital solutions
Participate in accessibility initiatives and compliance workstreams
Documentation & Training
Develop and maintain accessibility guidelines, checklists, and job aids
Deliver training and support to internal teams on accessibility standards and remediation practices
Provide ongoing support to users addressing accessibility issues
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Stay current with ADA Title II, Section 508, WCAG standards, and industry trends
Support audit readiness and regulatory reviews
Analyze feedback and recommend improvements to enhance accessibility practices
Required Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
Experience & Skills
2+ years of experience in digital accessibility auditing and remediation
Strong knowledge of ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.1 AA standards
Experience with accessibility testing tools (e.g., ARC, NVDA, Acquia, BrowserStack, Adobe Acrobat, Office 365 tools)
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, ARIA, and accessible design practices
Experience reviewing technical designs for accessibility compliance
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
Ability to train and support non‑technical users
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
NOTES
Onsite role in Columbus, OH (5 days/week)
Fast‑paced, collaborative environment supporting enterprise accessibility initiatives
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