Accessibility Testing Expert

About Vantage Point Consulting Inc.

Vantage Point Consulting is a mission-driven, woman- and veteran-owned small business. For almost two decades, we have operated at the intersection of higher education, workforce development, and public service, delivering innovative solutions that empower individuals, teams, and entire organizations. We believe in the power of growth, authentic relationships, and bringing heart and precision to every engagement. Just as we take care of our clients, we take care of our people. If you are looking for your next chapter, where your leadership skills and commitment to excellence will be recognized and put to meaningful use, you will find a home at Vantage Point.

We are seeking an experienced Accessibility Testing Expert in digital accessibility testing to support the quality assurance team for a Higher Education Client. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in accessibility standards, testing tools, and assistive technologies to ensure our digital content and applications are inclusive and compliant with legal and industry requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive accessibility testing of websites, applications, and digital content against WCAG 2.0/2.1/2.2 standards.
Utilize a range of automated tools, screen readers, and manual testing methods to identify and document accessibility barriers.
Collaborate effectively with developers, designers, and product teams to guide remediation efforts and ensure accessibility best practices.
Develop, maintain, and execute detailed accessibility test plans, cases, and audit reports.
Validate the remediation of accessibility issues across iterative development cycles.
Stay current with evolving accessibility regulations, standards, and technologies.
Participate proactively in design and development reviews to embed accessibility early in the product lifecycle.
Support organizational accessibility training and awareness programs.

Required Skills

Strong mastery of digital accessibility standards including WCAG 2.0/2.1/2.2, Section 508, and ADA compliance.
Extensive experience with accessibility testing tools such as Axe, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and Accessibility Checker.
Understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, ARIA roles, and JavaScript as related to accessibility.
Expertise in both automated scans and manual testing techniques, including screen reader and keyboard navigation assessments.
Excellent documentation, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
At least 5 years of professional experience performing accessibility testing and audits in web and mobile environments.

Additional Information

Work is primarily remote within the United States, with occasional travel for on-site meetings or facilitation sessions in the Washington, D.C. area.
Candidates must be U.S. Citizens and able to pass standard background checks.

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to Washington, D.C. area)

Employment Type: 1099 Contract postion with potentional for W2 conversion

Compensation: $65-$85/hr, commensurate with experience

Security Requirement:U.S. Citizenship required