Accessibility Web Forms Tester - Hybrid, GA

Overview

Accessibility Web Forms Tester - Hybrid, GA

Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta

MUST be a US Citizen or GC-Permanent Resident

Hybrid, Taxpayer Services Division Georgia Department of Revenue 4125 Welcome All Rd Atlanta, GA 30349

Forms Tester #1 would start on or around 11/01/25 and the position would end on April 30, 2026.

It would be a part-time role at 4 hours per day for 6 months.

Forms Tester #2 would start on or around 12/01/2025 and the position would end on April 30, 2026.

It would be a part-time role at 4 hours per day for 5 months.

• Testing forms for accessibility, identifying issues, and providing remediation recommendations. Strong understanding of web accessibility principles and experience in identifying and documenting accessibility issues.
• Primary Responsibilities:
• Use assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers like NVDA, JAWS, or Voice Over and Adobe Acrobat) to test form accessibility.
• Identify issues related to keyboard navigation, focus order, label associations, ARIA usage, poor color contrast, and error handling in forms.
• Document and report accessibility defects clearly, referencing specific WCAG success criteria, including the severity of the issue and potential solutions.
• Providing clear and actionable recommendations for remediating accessibility issues
• Stay updated on accessibility laws, standards, and evolving best practices throughout the project.
• Document issues:
  Create detailed bug reports that clearly explain accessibility defects, their impact on users, and their reference to specific WCAG success criteria.
• Validate fixes:
  Retest defects after remediation to verify that accessibility issues have been properly resolved
• Test to ensure business logic works as expected to verify nothing changed during the remediation process.
• Work with the Department of Revenue Taxpayer Services Division (TSD) team to address accessibility concerns and ensure accessibility is integrated into the form design process

• Minimum of two years of experience testing and or providing guidance on forms and documents to ensure compliance with ADA, 508 Regulations, and WCAG guidelines.
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines, including relevant success criteria for form elements (e.g., 1.3.1, 3.3.1–3.3.4, 4.1.2).
• Proficiency with accessibility testing tools (e.g., Axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, ANDI, Color Contrast Analyzer).
• Hands-on experience with screen readers and keyboard-only navigation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document technical findings clearly.
• Excellent attention to detail.

• Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) WAS
• IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of legal accessibility requirements (e.g., ADA, 508 regulations, EN 301 549).
• Experience working in government compliance.

This role is essential in ensuring equal access to digital and physical forms, improving usability for individuals with disabilities. If you are passionate about accessibility and compliance, we encourage you to apply.

DOR will conduct a background check on all candidates considered for the position. Individuals must be compliant with Georgia tax obligations.

Individuals having any overdue and unpaid taxes, or any felony convictions (no matter how long ago) will not be offered the position or hired.