Accessibility Specialist III
Listed on 2026-08-22
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IT/Tech
Technical Writer, Web Developer, UI/UX Design, Digital Media & Production
Career Opportunities:
Accessibility Specialist III (20112)
Posting 20112
-Posted
08/18/2026
- Health & Human Services Comm
- CIVIL RIGHTS
- Computer and Mathematical
- Other Locations (5) -c. $5000 - $6999 per month
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
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Title:
Accessibility Specialist III
Job Title: Accessibility Specialist III
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: CIVIL RIGHTS
Posting Number: 20112
Closing Date: 09/01/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical
Salary Range: $5,797.66-$7,652.91
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: None
Telework:
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations: Austin;
Edinburg;
Grand Prairie;
Houston;
San Antonio
MOS Codes: No military equivalent
Job Description:
The Electronic Information Resources (EIR) Accessibility Specialist III performs highly complex (senior level) accessibility work which involves creating digital content and other forms of EIR. The position also includes testing and evaluating all electornic content which includes: web pages, mobile applications, and software interfaces, to ensure they meet accessibility standards. Duties include planning and leading complex website and web application testing projects;
analyzing and remediating all types of electronic documents to eliminate accessibility and structural defects; preparing and presenting reports of results, including recommendations for remediation and HTML code examples; and creating and delivering technical training for program, administrative and web/application development staff on accessibility for the content and applications that they create.
The position provides training and coaching for Accessibility Specialists. Serves as an Accessibility Subject Matter Expert (SME) for EIR purchases including review of RFP/RFO documentation to ensure compliance with TAC 213 and analysis of vendor provided accessibility conformance reports (VPAT). Contributes to team leadership by working with manager to establish goals, track team performance and improve workflow and processes. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Leads complex testing and training development projects.
EJF 1: Analyzes and tests all information communication technology formats, including PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, websites, desktop applications, and mobile applications, to meet accessibility standards. Uses a variety of automated and manual testing tools and techniques as well as assistive technologies to identify and evaluate accessibility compliance impact and conformance with the 55 WCAG Success Criterium. Recommends changes to make content accessible and remediates accessibility issues.
Conducts research into accessibility documentation and best practices for authoring/development tools and platforms used by HHS/DSHS to support content authors, developers and designers. Reviews vendor accessibility documentation for Hardware and Software to determine compliance level before purchase. Works with the accessibility manager to develop and improve accessibility team processes and procedures. Reviews accessibility exception requests with the Accessibility Manager. Mentors accessibility specialist I and II staff and leads complex accessibility projects.
(35%).
EJF 2: Provides coaching, guidance, training and technical support to junior accessibility specialists, document…
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