Precise Software Solutions
508 Compliance Specialist
Precise Software Solutions, Rockville, Maryland, us, 20849
Precise is seeking a 508 Compliance expert to support a large Web Content Management program for the government.Must be USC or GC holder with ability to obtain a public trust clearance.Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify accessibility issues, provide guidance on remediation strategies, and champion accessibility best practices throughout the organization.Complete tasks and projects of moderate scope and complexity within the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for turnaround of deliverables.Provide guidance and/or lead on tasks/projects.Conduct thorough assessments and audits of digital products, websites, applications, documents, and multimedia content to ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and guidelines.Perform manual and automated accessibility testing using tools.Collaborate with development teams, designers, content creators, and project managers to provide guidance and recommendations for resolving accessibility issues and implementing accessible design and development practices.Create detailed accessibility reports, findings, and remediation plans, and track progress towards achieving compliance goals.Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and resources to educate team members on accessibility standards, best practices, and tools.Stay current with accessibility laws, regulations, standards (e.g., WCAG), and best practices, and ensure organizational compliance with accessibility requirements.Work collaboratively with stakeholders across departments including IT, design, content, legal, and compliance to integrate accessibility into project lifecycles and promote a culture of accessibility.Identify opportunities for enhancing accessibility processes, tools, and documentation, and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).Four or more years of experience in accessibility compliance, with a strong understanding of Section 508, ADA, and WCAG accessibility standards and guidelines.Experience conducting accessibility assessments, audits, and testing using manual and automated tools.Proficiency in accessibility testing tools such as Adobe Acrobat Accessibility Checker, CommonLook PDF Global Access, Adobe Read Out Loud, and screen readers such as NonVisual Desktop Access (NVDA), VoiceOver, Axe, WAVE, and browser developer tools.Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies and their impact on accessibility.Familiarity with assistive technologies, accessibility APIs, and usability testing methodologies.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and accessibility requirements to diverse audiences.Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify accessibility issues, provide guidance on remediation strategies, and champion accessibility best practices throughout the organization.Complete tasks and projects of moderate scope and complexity within the Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for turnaround of deliverables.Provide guidance and/or lead on tasks/projects.Conduct thorough assessments and audits of digital products, websites, applications, documents, and multimedia content to ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards and guidelines.Perform manual and automated accessibility testing using tools.Collaborate with development teams, designers, content creators, and project managers to provide guidance and recommendations for resolving accessibility issues and implementing accessible design and development practices.Create detailed accessibility reports, findings, and remediation plans, and track progress towards achieving compliance goals.Develop and deliver training sessions, workshops, and resources to educate team members on accessibility standards, best practices, and tools.Stay current with accessibility laws, regulations, standards (e.g., WCAG), and best practices, and ensure organizational compliance with accessibility requirements.Work collaboratively with stakeholders across departments including IT, design, content, legal, and compliance to integrate accessibility into project lifecycles and promote a culture of accessibility.Identify opportunities for enhancing accessibility processes, tools, and documentation, and contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).Four or more years of experience in accessibility compliance, with a strong understanding of Section 508, ADA, and WCAG accessibility standards and guidelines.Experience conducting accessibility assessments, audits, and testing using manual and automated tools.Proficiency in accessibility testing tools such as Adobe Acrobat Accessibility Checker, CommonLook PDF Global Access, Adobe Read Out Loud, and screen readers such as NonVisual Desktop Access (NVDA), VoiceOver, Axe, WAVE, and browser developer tools.Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies and their impact on accessibility.Familiarity with assistive technologies, accessibility APIs, and usability testing methodologies.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and accessibility requirements to diverse audiences.Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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