Digital Accessibility Specialist

Talent Groups; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist with a deep understanding of digital accessibility standards. This role involves full life cycle recruiting, focusing on candidates who are well-versed in WCAG standards and accessibility tools. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills to engage with various stakeholders and will be responsible for educating teams on accessibility policies. Join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise in accessibility can make a significant impact on creating inclusive digital environments. If you are passionate about technology and accessibility, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.1 standards and digital accessibility tools.
• Experience in manual and automated testing of digital assets.

Responsibilities

• Remediate complex documents and provide guidance on accessible document creation.
• Educate and train stakeholders on accessibility tools and policies.

Skills

WCAG 2.1 A and AA standards

manual and automated testing

remediate complex documents

interpersonal and communication skills

educate and train on accessibility tools

digital accessibility tools

Education

IAAP Certification (CPACC, WAS)

Background in UX or web development

Tools

axe

WAVE

NVDA

JAWS

VoiceOver

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Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of WCAG 2.1 A and AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility tools.
• Experience in manual and automated testing of digital assets for accessibility.
• Ability to remediate complex documents and provide guidance on accessible document creation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to educate and train others on accessibility tools, policies, and standards.
• Familiarity with tools such as axe, WAVE, NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, etc.
• Experience in policy development, digital accessibility strategy, and change management is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• IAAP Certification (e.g., CPACC, WAS) or willingness to obtain.
• Background in UX, web development, content strategy, or related fields.
• Knowledge of Section 508 compliance and Massachusetts digital accessibility laws and guidelines.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media