GDOT Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist

NITYA Software Solutions Inc; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking a detail‑oriented Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist to join our Office of Strategic Communications / Digital Services team. This role audits, remediates, and maintains web content and digital assets to ensure ADA Title II, WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA, and Section 508 compliance across GDOT’s online channels.

The ideal candidate has extensive SharePoint experience, strong front‑end skills (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript), and a proven ability to work

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Web Development, Graphic/Digital Design, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated accessibility audits on GDOT public websites, portals, and web applications using tools like Siteimprove and AccessiBe.
• Remediate non-compliant HTML, CSS, JavaScript, interactive tools, and web structures across all digital channels.
• Ensure all web-published digital assets (PDFs, videos, forms, graphics, presentations, photos, and GIS maps) comply with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Section 508.
• Assist with web accessibility testing on new and existing content.
• Work closely with content creators, communications team, IT personnel, and third-party vendors to enforce web accessibility best practices.
• Manage, maintain, and update web pages and custom components within GDOT's SharePoint environment.
• Create and modify custom SharePoint templates, web parts, page layouts, and CSS/JS integrations to ensure out-of-the-box and custom features comply with accessibility guidelines.
• Implement proper ARIA roles, landmarks, and semantic HTML structure within SharePoint pages.

Skills

Web accessibility specialist

SharePoint Online

SharePoint Server

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Accessibility testing

WCAG 2.1/2.2

ARIA roles

PDF remediation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Web Development, Graphic/Digital Design, or related field

Tools

SharePoint Online

SharePoint Server

Siteimprove

AccessiBe

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC

Job description

Department: Office of Strategic Communications Digital Services

Location: One Georgia Center, 600 West Peachtree NW, Atlanta, GA 30308

Work Schedule: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM

Work Model: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)

This position includes a hybrid work schedule. (Onsite 3 days/week and remote 2 days/week). Do you accept this requirement?

Skill Matrix

Skill Category

Required / Desired

Minimum Experience

Professional Experience as Webmaster / Front-End Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist

Required

2+ Years

Microsoft SharePoint Online & SharePoint Server Administration

Required

2+ Years

SharePoint Page Development, Custom Templates, Web Parts & Page Layouts

Required

2+ Years

ADA Title II Compliance Knowledge

Required

2+ Years

WCAG 2.1 / WCAG 2.2 Level AA Standards

Required

2+ Years

Section 508 Compliance Standards

Required

2+ Years

WAI-ARIA Roles, Landmarks & Accessibility Implementation

Required

2+ Years

HTML5 Development

Required

2+ Years

CSS3 Development & Responsive Design

Required

2+ Years

JavaScript Development

Required

2+ Years

Front-End Accessibility Remediation

Required

2+ Years

Web Accessibility Testing (Manual & Automated Testing)

Required

2+ Years

Accessibility Tools (Siteimprove, AccessiBe or Similar Tools)

Required

2+ Years

PDF Accessibility Remediation using Adobe Acrobat Pro DC

Required

2+ Years

Accessible Microsoft Office Documents Creation

Required

2+ Years

Digital Asset Accessibility (PDFs, Forms, Videos, Images, Presentations, GIS Maps)

Required

2+ Years

SharePoint CSS/JavaScript Customization

Required

2+ Years

Semantic HTML Structure Implementation

Required

2+ Years

Web Content Management Experience

Required

2+ Years

Experience Working with Content Creators & Business Teams

Desired

2+ Years

Experience Explaining Accessibility Standards to Non-Technical Users

Desired

2+ Years

Ability to Manage Multiple Compliance Projects

Desired

2+ Years

Job Description

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking a detail-oriented Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist to join our Office of Strategic Communications / Digital Services team. This position is responsible for assisting in the department s efforts to audit, remediate, and maintain all web content and digital assets across GDOT s online channels to ensure full compliance with the new ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Title II standards, WCAG 2.1 AA/2.2 standards, and Section 508 guidelines.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive expertise with Microsoft SharePoint, strong web development skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and experience managing digital accessibility issues in web pages, electronic documents, and embedded media.

Key Responsibilities

ADA Compliance & Remediation

Perform comprehensive manual and automated accessibility audits on GDOT public websites, portals, and web applications using tools like Site improve and AccessiBe.

Remediate non-compliant HTML, CSS, JavaScript, interactive tools, and web structures across all digital channels.

Ensure all web-published digital assets (PDFs, videos, forms, graphics, presentations, photos, and GIS maps[KL1.1]) comply with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Section 508.

Assist with web accessibility testing on new and existing content.

Work closely with content creators, communications team, IT personnel, and third-party vendors to enforce web accessibility best practices.

SharePoint Development & Content Management

Manage, maintain, and update web pages and custom components within GDOT s SharePoint environment.

Create and modify custom SharePoint templates, web parts, page layouts, and CSS/JS integrations to ensure out-of-the-box and custom features comply with accessibility guidelines.

Implement proper ARIA roles, landmarks, and semantic HTML structure within SharePoint pages.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, Graphic/Digital Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Experience: 2+ years of professional experience as a Webmaster, Front-End Developer, or Web Accessibility Specialist.

Technical Skills

SharePoint Expertise: Proven hands-on experience managing and developing within Microsoft SharePoint Online and SharePoint Server.

Accessibility Standards: In-depth knowledge of ADA Title II requirements, WCAG 2.1 / 2.2 Level AA guidelines, WAI-ARIA standards, and

Section 508.

Front-End Development: Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive framework concepts.

Document Remediation: Knowledge of PDF remediation tools (Adobe Acrobat Pro DC) and accessible document creation in Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

High attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple compliance projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accessibility guidelines to non-technical users.

Willingness to share expertise and knowledge to assist in creation of process development for internal teams to assist in continued compliance going forward.