Digital Accessibility Specialist

FWI is building a team to support the Library of Congress National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), which serves eligible readers nationwide through a network of 90+ cooperating libraries and provides free braille and recorded materials to people who cannot read regular print. As a Digital Accessibility Specialist, you will analyze current and future assistive technologies including AI-powered tools and text-to-speech solutions, evaluate their integration potential with existing NLS products like BARD applications and digital talking book machines, and assess patron acceptance of emerging accessibility technologies. You will research market trends, conduct comparative analysis of commercial accessibility products, and develop recommendations for incorporating cutting-edge accessibility solutions into NLS service delivery.



FWI has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post in 2024 and 2025, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.



**Position is contingent upon contract award**



Work Schedule and Location:

Remote: This full-time remote position will work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm eastern time.

Responsibilities



Analyze current and future states of talking book and braille delivery technology
Evaluate opportunities to leverage AI tools and deep-learning speech synthesis enabled text-to-speech (TTS) functionality
Assess patron acceptance of new accessibility technologies
Research integration possibilities with existing NLS products (BARD applications, DA2, Braille eReaders, Alexa Skill)
Provide cost comparison analysis of commercially available products and potential competitors
Develop recommendations for incorporating improved TTS performance as it becomes available


Qualifications

Required:

In-depth knowledge of accessibility technology
Expert-level knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act/Section 508a of the Rehabilitation Act (ADA/508)
Expert-level knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Current knowledge of related accessibility technologies
Minimum three (3) years of applied experience with collaborative/co-design approaches that prioritize the preferences, aspirations, and lived experiences of people with disabilities



FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Why Join Our Team



At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Holiday Pay
Paid Time Off