US citizen only, 2+ years of US experience, Accessibility Analyst

Businessobject Solutions Inc; Miami (FL); À distance; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Businessobject Solutions Inc. is seeking an Accessibility Analyst in a remote role serving the United States. You will conduct comprehensive accessibility assessments of documents, websites, and applications, aligning with WCAG, Section 508, and ADA, and supporting ITDS Section 508 programs under executive leadership.

You will lead testing with diverse teams, create staff-training tools, document barriers, and drive remediation. Travel may be required for critical client meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required in business administration, public health, or information technology.
• 2-3 years of working on accessibility projects.
• Willingness to travel for critical client meetings.

Responsabilités

• Conduct thorough accessibility assessments and audits of documents, websites, and applications using tools, techniques, and manual testing.
• Identify and help create accessibility tools, training, and documents for staff training.
• Ensure compliance with WCAG, Section 508, and ADA guidelines.
• Identify barriers and document issues for remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with design, development, and content teams to guide accessible creation and remediation.
• Conduct user testing with people with disabilities to gain insights.
• Support the resolution of accessibility issues and complaints.
• Promote benefits of accessible technologies.
• Explore industry landscape for innovative accessibility solutions.
• Identify procurement and revenue opportunities for company growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by COO/CEO.

Connaissances

Technical Knowledge

Policy Knowledge

Human Centered Design

Managing Through Systems

Relationship Management

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public health, or information technology

Description du poste

Job Summary: The Accessibility Analyst is responsible for conducting comprehensive accessibility assessments and audits of documents, websites, and applications, utilizing a combination of tools, techniques, and manual testing methods. With a deep understanding of digital compliance, the Accessibility Analyst ensures adherence to accessibility standards, guidelines, and regulations, including WCAG, Section 508, and ADA. As a dedicated team member, the Accessibility Analyst supports the implementation and continuous improvement of ITDS Section 508 and Accessibility programs, collaborating closely under the leadership of the COO. The Accessibility Analyst contributes to the implementation of technical solutions for accessibility, applying human-centered design principles. Additionally, the Accessibility Analyst promotes accessibility awareness and education both internally and externally, actively championing accessibility initiatives within the organization and the larger community. Success in this position relies on exceptional leadership skills, project management capabilities, effective communication, strong interpersonal skills, and an up-to-date understanding of accessibility standards and emerging advancements.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Conduct thorough accessibility assessments and audits of documents, websites, and applications, utilizing a combination of tools, techniques, and manual testing methods.
• Identifies and helps create accessibility tools, training, and documents for staff training.
• Understand digital compliance with accessibility standards, guidelines, and regulations, including WCAG, Section 508, and ADA.
• Identify barriers and issues affecting accessibility, meticulously documenting them for effective communication and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with design, development, and content teams to provide guidance and recommendations for accessible document creation and remediation.
• Conduct user testing involving individuals with disabilities to gather valuable feedback and insights on the accessibility of our digital products.
• Supports the resolution of accessibility issues and complaints.
• Promotes the benefits of accessible technologies.
• Explores the accessibility industry landscape to identify opportunities for innovative technical solutions.
• Proactively identifies procurement and revenue opportunities for the continued growth of the company and its services.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the COO and/or CEO.

Required Skills

• Technical Knowledge: Uses in-depth understanding of accessibility technologies, tools, and processes to ensure compliance.
• Policy Knowledge: Understands accessibility laws and regulations such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508 to create and enforce policies. Works with policy advisors to interpret and promote approved legislative and regulatory standards.
• Human Centered Design: Empathizes with users to create customer-oriented solutions.
• Managing Through Systems: Designs sustainable processes and procedures for monitoring and managing work. Manages work through processes and other people.
• Relationship Management: Builds and sustains trusting relationships, fosters collaboration, and builds consensus around complex issues.
• Communication: Listens well, effectively conveys messages to diverse audiences both orally and in writing, and effectively confronts demanding situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Thinks critically about the future, anticipates situations, and plans actions to reach goals considering those situations.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Applies rigorous and disciplined thinking to understand complex issues and challenges. Breaks down complex ideas to understand their component parts while keeping perspective on the bigger picture.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Makes decisions in accordance with ITDS philosophies, values, and priorities that lead to goal accomplishment, especially in ambiguous and changing circumstances.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor s Degree in business administration, public health, or information technology.
• Experience: 2 -3 years of working on accessibility projects, collaborating with development teams, conducting accessibility audits, or implementing accessibility solutions.
• Travel: While this is a remote position, flexible and willingness to travel for critical client meetings.
• Background Check: Complete a successful background check.