Accessibility SME

5+ years of electronic communications accessibility analysis, design and development experience in large and highly dynamic environments.

Related assistive technology knowledge and experience with JAWS, NVDA, and/or Window Eyes screen readers.

Strong understanding of accessible user interface design practices and principles a must—better still if you can demonstrate experience relating to Internet or mobile usability/accessibility research.

B.S. or Masters Degree in information technology, human computer interaction, or related field considered an advantage. Equivalent experience accepted.

Extensive knowledge of electronic communication accessibility barriers, as well as strong organizational skills are both central to the position.

Solid experience with MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel a must. Knowledge of Compliance Sheriff, Photoshop, SharePoint, Documentum, CQ5 (or others CMTs) and iRise (or other prototyping tools) are additionally advantageous.

Strong communication, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills required. Your ability to demonstrate success in these areas should quickly become obvious.

Strong techniques and methods for group facilitation and consensus building are better than chocolate.

Ability to work independently, in a team, and with or without direction is imperative.

need people with knowledge and experience with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), so we prefer people with this experience over those with only Section 508 testing experience

Job Status:
Contract

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