Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist

Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist
Hybrid
Atlanta,GA

Key Responsibilities

ADA Compliance & Remediation

• Perform comprehensive manual and automated accessibility audits on GDOT public websites, portals, and web applications utilizing tools such as Siteimprove and accessiBe.

• Remediate non-compliant HTML, CSS, JavaScript, interactive tools, and web structures across all digital channels.

• Ensure all web-published digital assets (including PDFs, videos, forms, graphics, presentations, photos, and GIS maps) comply fully with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Section 508.

• Assist with web accessibility testing on both new and existing content.

• Collaborate closely with content creators, the communications team, IT personnel, and third-party vendors to enforce web accessibility best practices.

SharePoint Development & Content Management

• Manage, maintain, and update web pages and custom components within GDOT’s SharePoint environment.

• Create and modify custom SharePoint templates, web parts, page layouts, and CSS/JS integrations to ensure both out-of-the-box and custom features strictly comply with accessibility guidelines.

• Implement proper ARIA roles, landmarks, and semantic HTML structures within SharePoint pages.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, Graphic/Digital Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Experience: 2+ years of professional experience operating as a Webmaster, Front-End Developer, or Web Accessibility Specialist.

Technical Skills

• SharePoint Expertise: Proven hands-on experience managing and developing within Microsoft SharePoint Online and SharePoint Server.

• Accessibility Standards: In-depth, working knowledge of ADA Title II requirements, WCAG 2.1 / 2.2 Level AA guidelines, WAI-ARIA standards, and Section 508.

• Front-End Development: Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive framework concepts.

• Document Remediation: Practical knowledge of PDF remediation tools (such as Adobe Acrobat Pro DC) and accessible document creation within Microsoft Office.