Title: ADA Digital Accessibility Specialist - Hybrid
Mandatory skills:
ADA Compliance, web sites, web applications, mobile applications,
digital accessibility, change management, accessibility content, testing processes,
technical support, conventional documents, data dashboards, web applications,
digital information, WAVE, Lighthouse, NVDA, Acrobat PRO, manual keyboard testing,
Microsoft accessibility checkers, web communication accessibility, customer service,
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PDF
Description:
The client is looking for Business Analyst/Consultant III - ADA Digital Accessibility Specialist.
The ADA Digital Accessibility Specialist supports the client by assisting the organization with ADA Compliance for web sites, web and mobile applications/content, online forms and documents to meet or exceed the Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) related to Digital Accessibility.
This is a hands-on role which will be responsible for the discovery and remediation of current digital accessibility issues. This role will also be responsible for creating internal workflows and trainings to establish client’s ongoing compliance with digital accessibility requirements. The incumbent will be expected to lead these efforts based on extensive knowledge of ADA digital accessibility requirements, associated technology, and organizational change management.
The ADA Digital Accessibility Specialist creates, updates and develops accessibility content, testing processes and procedures for specific internal groups to improve teamwork, efficiency and will be expected to educate and provide staff with technical support in creating accessible web sites and content, conventional documents, data dashboards, web applications, videos and other digital information that is created by the client. The ADA Digital Accessibility Specialist will assist individuals and teams in using tools like Adobe Acrobat Pro, WAVE, Lighthouse, Color Contrast Analyzer, NVDA Screen Reader, Microsoft accessibility checkers and manual keyboard navigation techniques to ensure that people using assistive technology are able to access our programs, services and activities while following client guidelines for accessibility.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of disability law including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (e.g., WCAG 2.1 AA), industry standards and best practices.
Extensive knowledge of web communication accessibility barriers.
Mid to expert knowledge of current HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PDF.
Ability to work independently, or with little supervision as well as the ability to work as a member of a team.
Knowledge of Internet/Intranet application design, development, testing, implementation and maintenance methodologies.
Knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, database tools, graphic design tools, and page layout tools.
Strong problem determination and resolution skills.
Excellent verbal, written and customer service skills.
Top Required Skills & Years of Experience:
2-4 years of ADA Accessibility experience with websites, applications, forms, PDF and conventional documents.
2-4 years of hands-on experience in using tools like WAVE, Lighthouse, NVDA, Acrobat PRO, manual keyboard testing.
Candidate must display drive and urgency in getting tasks completed quickly and independently
Nice to Have Skills:
Developing documentation or checklists for staff
Professional collaboration across all levels of the organization.
Notes:
This position will be working a hybrid schedule with at least 2 days in office per week.
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
Account co-ordinator: Binodh M.T, Phone
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
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