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508 Compliance Support Specialist

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Job Description - 508 Compliance Support Specialist


Links Global is recruiting for multiple Section 508 Compliance Support Specialists, including a lead position, possessing Section 508 compliance expertise and proficiency in working with a variety of Microsoft and Adobe software, Acrobat, InDesign, Premiere, and Captivate.

The position will be based at a government office in Arlington, Virginia.

Job Duties

  • Provide Section 508 compliance and testing support on location at a federal government office to help the government meet requirements with websites, electronic documents, apps, and other digital properties.
  • Support the government in embedding accessibility requirements into the government's systems and acquisition initiatives.
  • Provide expert guidance and recommendations for accessibility best practices and standards.
  • Support electronic document accessibility, including review and remediation with products such as PDF, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word documents. 
  • Develop, maintain, and improve job aids and other training material to support government staff with creating accessible ICT.
  • Develop and maintain a paper trail of products tested and remediated. 
  • Support the government with Section 508 compliance administration and documentation, keeping up with laws and regulations, policies, techniques, software, and more, and advising the government.
  • Use both manual and automated techniques. 
  • Actively participate in meetings required for current projects, team or work unit activities, and mandatory training. 
  • Provide oral reports and briefing materials to colleagues and supervisors when required.
  • Provide recommendations that reflect clear knowledge and application of current web app and website design and development subject matter. 

Qualification Requirements

  • DHS certified (v5.0 or higher) Section 508 Trusted Tester.
  • 2-3 years of experience performing Section 508 compliance testing.
  • In-depth knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • Background in IT
  • Understanding of ICT accessibility in the Federal Government
  • Ability to support the government client in producing accessible documents and web material.
  • Experience collaborating with web developers, web content specialists, and document creators. 
  • Knowledge of WCAG 2.0
  • Proven history of performing accessibility assessments, audits, compliance monitoring and implementation of WCAG standards.
  • Ability to assess and remediate ICT and electronic content for accessibility, including communications, presentations, applications, and websites.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to efficiently communicate deficiencies, problems, and areas needed for improvement.
  • Job Requires a favorable Federal Suitability Investigation (Tier 3) and registration with selective service.

Position is anticipated for a 5-year term.

Fringe Benefits included: Vacation, sick leave, Federal holidays, Medical and life insurance.
The hourly wage for the Section 508 Specialist is based on $82,000 per year and includes fringe benefits.

 

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