DOCUMENT REMEDIATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST / Section 508

Socket.dev; Centreville (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Document Remediation and Training Specialist to evaluate and remediate electronic documents for Section 508 compliance and to develop instructor-led training for DHS personnel. The role includes delivering training in multiple formats and providing technical assistance to document authors.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience with Section 508 and hands-on skills in remediating Microsoft Office and PDF documents, along with strong communication

Qualifications

• 2+ years evaluating and remediating electronic documents for Section 508 conformance.
• Hands-on remediation of Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF files.
• Ability to provide clear verbal and written instruction on evaluating and remediating documents.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate documents for conformance with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Remediate Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDFs and other documents.
• Develop and deliver instructor-led accessibility training.
• Provide technical assistance to DHS personnel and content owners.
• Maintain records of remediation and training activities.

Skills

Section 508 knowledge

Document remediation

Training development

Verbal and written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe PDF

Job description

Location: Remote; occasional onsite support may be required in Springfield, Virginia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, generally between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Contract Status: Contingent upon contract award

POSITION SUMMARY

Magnus is seeking a Document Remediation and Training Specialist to evaluate and remediate electronic documents and forms for compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements. The selected candidate will also develop and deliver instructor-led training and provide individualized technical assistance to DHS personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate electronic documents and forms for conformance with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Remediate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF, and other electronic documents and forms.
• Apply the Accessibility Tests for Electronic Documents endorsed by the Federal CIO Council Accessibility Community of Practice.
• Identify document accessibility defects and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Verify remediated documents for accessibility, usability, accuracy, and visual consistency.
• Create instructional materials covering the evaluation and remediation of accessible electronic documents.
• Develop and conduct instructor-led accessibility training.
• Deliver training through one-on-one, classroom, onsite, and remote formats.
• Provide clear verbal and written technical assistance to document authors and content owners.
• Explain accessibility requirements and remediation techniques to technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Assist the Government with making multimedia content Section 508 compliant when requested.
• Maintain accurate records of remediation, training, and technical-assistance activities.
• Remain current with applicable accessibility standards, document-testing procedures, tools, and best practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Broad knowledge of the Accessibility Tests for Electronic Documents endorsed by the Federal CIO Council Accessibility Community of Practice.
• At least two years of experience evaluating and remediating electronic documents and forms for Section 508 conformance.
• Hands‑on experience remediating Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF files.
• Ability to provide clear verbal and written instruction on evaluating and remediating electronic documents and forms.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, accessible content.
• Effective written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience creating and delivering instructor‑led Section 508 document‑remediation training.
• Experience providing one‑on‑one accessibility coaching or technical assistance.
• Experience supporting accessibility requirements in a Federal Government environment.
• Experience remediating complex forms, tables, presentations, spreadsheets, and PDF documents.
• Familiarity with multimedia accessibility best practices.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must maintain the professional skills required to perform Section 508 document remediation and training throughout contract performance.
• Must satisfy applicable DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements.
• Must comply with DHS security, privacy, conduct, and information‑protection requirements.
• Must be able to work remotely and report onsite to DHS/TSA Headquarters in Springfield, Virginia, if requested.
• Occasional work outside normal business hours may be required when authorized by the Government.

Flexible work from home options available.