DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester

Essnova Solutions, Inc.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions provider is seeking a qualified DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester in Washington, DC. This full-time role involves evaluating online course materials and software for Section 508 compliance and providing remediation guidance. The ideal candidate will have DHS Trusted Tester Certification and a minimum of two years of instructional design experience. Responsibilities include producing test results, developing remediation plans, facilitating discussions, and hosting webinars on accessibility topics.

Qualifications

• Must have DHS Trusted Tester Certification.
• At least two years of instructional design experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate online course materials for Section 508 compliance.
• Produce test results documenting accessibility defects.
• Develop remediation plans for identified defects.
• Consult throughout the development lifecycle.
• Facilitate bi-weekly accessibility discussions.
• Host webinars on Section 508 topics.
• Test each component/file individually for compliance.

Skills

DHS Trusted Tester Certification

Instructional design experience

Job description

Location: Washington, DC (FEMA HQ, 500 C St SW) with telework as required

Position Overview

The DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester evaluates online course materials, software, and web-based content for conformance with Section 508 accessibility requirements using DHS-approved testing processes and tools. Provides remediation guidance to training partners and participates in community-of-practice discussions on accessibility topics. This is a full-time Key Personnel position.

Job Functions

• Review and test online course materials, software, and web-based content for Section 508 compliance using DHS-approved evaluation processes
• Produce 508 test results that identify and document accessibility defects
• Develop Section 508 remediation plans outlining identified defects, strategies for resolution, and estimated completion timeframes
• Provide consultation throughout the development lifecycle using virtual meeting tools such as screen sharing to demonstrate findings and suggest remediation strategies
• Facilitate bi-weekly Section 508 discussions providing a forum for training partners to address common questions and share best practices
• Host webinars covering topics related to Section 508 and accessibility, selected based on identified needs or new developments
• Test each component/file individually using methods and tools appropriate for the format, with each component individually addressed in the reporting process

Minimum Qualifications

• DHS Trusted Tester Certification
• Two (2) years of instructional design experience