ADA Accessibility Compliance Specialist

STI; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A compliance consulting firm is seeking an ADA Accessibility Compliance Specialist in Atlanta, GA. The role involves ensuring that digital and physical forms adhere to ADA guidelines. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of accessibility regulations, experience with remediation of documents, and proficiency in various testing tools. This position is vital for enhancing compliance across platforms and ensuring accessibility integration in design processes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ADA, 508 Regulations, WCAG (2.1 and above).
• Experience remediating PDFs, Word documents, and web-based forms for accessibility.
• Proficiency in accessibility testing tools.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and ARIA for accessibility improvements.

Responsibilities

• Review, test, and remediate forms for ADA compliance.
• Convert forms into accessible formats.
• Conduct accessibility audits.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure design accessibility.
• Provide training on creating accessible forms.

Skills

Knowledge of ADA, 508 Regulations, and WCAG

Experience with accessibility testing tools

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related fields

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

WAVE

Axe

JAWS

NVDA

VoiceOver

Job description

Overview

ADA Accessibility Compliance Specialist, Atlanta, GA

We are seeking an ADA Accessibility Compliance Specialist to ensure that all digital and physical forms comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Primary Responsibilities

• Review, test, and remediate digital and physical forms to ensure compliance with ADA, 508 Regulations, and WCAG guidelines.
• Convert existing forms into accessible formats, including PDF, HTML, and Microsoft Office documents.
• Conduct accessibility audits using tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, WAVE, Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and content creators to ensure accessibility is integrated into the form design process.
• Provide training and guidance on best practices for creating accessible forms.
• Stay updated on accessibility laws, standards, and evolving best practices throughout the project.
• Work with Department of Revenue (DOR) and agency web compliance teams to implement accessibility improvements across platforms.
• Document accessibility processes and compliance efforts.

Essential Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ADA, 508 Regulations, WCAG (2.1 and above), and other accessibility regulations.
• Experience remediating PDFs, Word documents, and web-based forms for accessibility.
• Proficiency in accessibility testing tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, WAVE, Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and ARIA for form accessibility improvements.
• Ability to provide accessibility training and support to teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification, or other accessibility certifications.
• Experience working in government compliance.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies and their impact on user experience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology (IT), Management Information Systems (MIS), or related fields.

DOR will conduct a background check on all candidates considered for the position. Individuals must be compliant with Georgia tax obligations.

All employees will be fingerprinted.

*Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta*

US Citizen or GC-Permanent Resident

Tax Clearance Letter, due at the time of submission (pls review compliance tab for instruction on how the CANDIDATE must obtain this letter)