508 Testing Specialist

We are seeking a skilled **508 Testing Specialist** to join our Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in manual testing and a strong understanding of Section 508 compliance requirements to ensure our digital products are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can perform thorough accessibility testing and collaborate with development teams to deliver inclusive solutions.

- Conduct manual testing to evaluate digital products (web applications, mobile apps, and documents) for compliance with Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
- Use assistive technologies such as screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) to test accessibility features.'Identify, document, and track accessibility defects using tools like Jira or similar bug-tracking systems.
- Collaborate with developers, designers, and product managers to provide actionable feedback and recommendations for resolving accessibility issues.
- Perform usability testing to ensure accessible user experiences for individuals with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.
- Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and reports specific to 508 compliance documents (VPAT).
- Stay updated on accessibility standards, tools, and best practices to enhance testing processes.
- Assist in training team members on accessibility principles and testing methodologies.