Accessibility Expert – Section 508 & WCAG Compliance

Key Responsibilities
* Conduct accessibility audits and testing across desktop and mobile platforms.
* Remediate content and interface elements based on SiteImprove or equivalent reports.
* Maintain the Section 508 sitemap inventory and ensure quarterly updates.
* Guide development and design teams on accessible implementations (forms, menus, media).
* Ensure compliance during theme redesigns, chatbot deployments, and content migrations.
* Support accessible chatbot implementation (text-to-speech, keyboard navigation, etc.).
* Provide accessibility training for internal content creators and administrators.

Qualifications:
* Bachelors in Computer sciences, Information Technology, IT management or related field.
* 4+ years of experience auditing and remediating Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 violations.
* Experience using JAWS, NVDA, Axe, Wave, SiteImprove, or similar tools.
* Familiarity with federal digital service standards and accessibility checklists.
* Strong communication skills and ability to train non-technical stakeholders.

Certifications:
* IAAP CPACC - Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies
* IAAP WAS - Web Accessibility Specialist
* Trusted Tester Certification (from Client) - for validating federal Section 508/WCAG compliance
* Deque or SiteImprove Accessibility Certification - hands-on auditing tools used in federal projects