Writer/508 Accessibility Specialist

Circuit Media (CM), an industry leading creative services, government staffing, and communications firm is growing. A company that celebrates collaboration, curiosity, and delivering on time, Circuit Media's team embodies the core belief of work hard and be kind.

**Who we are looking for**

Circuit Media is seeking a skilled and experienced writer and Section 508 Accessibility Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards and the remediation of various digital properties, including websites, applications, systems, document repositories and intranets. This combined role will play a crucial role in producing high quality contents focused on law and relevant initiatives as well as ensuring that our client's digital content is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If this sounds exciting to you, check out the job details below!

**Key Responsibilities**

* Conduct interviews, complete research and write at least three articles per week
* Complete assigned feature pieces and cover "breaking news" for Law Week Colorado
* Cover the legislative session from January to May annually (may include on-site reporting)
* Develop your own leads and story ideas
* Fact check all writing you own and adhered to Law Week's editorial standards
* Perform copyedits as needed.
* Complete any other administrative or editorial duties as assigned
* Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits of websites, web applications, intranets, document repositories, and other digital properties to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards.
* Develop and implement remediation plans to address identified accessibility issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
* Collaboration with web developers, accessibility specialists, project managers, UX designers, UI designers, content creators, and other stakeholders to integrate accessibility best practices into the design and development process.
* Utilize assistive technologies and automated testing tools to evaluate and enhance the accessibility of digital properties.
* Remediate and test documents for 508 compliance.
* Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate staff and stakeholders on accessibility principles, standards, and best practices.
* Document accessibility policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across the organization.
* Participate in user testing and feedback sessions with individuals with disabilities to gather insights and improve user experiences.
* Monitor and report on the status of accessibility initiatives and compliance efforts to senior management and other relevant parties.

**Qualifications**

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent analytical and research abilities
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Attention to detail
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and independently

**Minimum Requirements**

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in web accessibility and digital accessibility remediation.
* Experience with accessibility testing tools such as WAVE, AXE, Lighthouse, JAWS, NVDA, and others.

**Preferred Requirements**

* In-depth knowledge of WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards and other relevant accessibility guidelines and regulations. Familiarity with [HB21-1110](https://oit.colorado.gov/hb21-1110-faq) is a bonus.
* Strong understanding of assistive technologies and how they are used by individuals with disabilities.
* Certification in web accessibility (e.g. CPACC, WAS, or similar) is a plus.

**Benefits**

* Flexible work schedule
* Fully Remote

Salary Range: $25-$50 per hour. Dependent on relevant experience, knowledge, and performance.

Job Type:Independent Contractor