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    Quadrant, Inc. Washington, DC, United States

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    Accessibility Specialist

    Washington, DC


    MUST:
    Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance

    Experienced Accessibility Specialist

    3+ years of experience with 508 compliance

    3+ years of experience WCAG standards

    3+ years of experience Adobe Acrobat Pro

    3+ years of experience Electronic Document compliance testing and Electronic Document remediation

    3+ years of work experience in accessibility or independent verification and validation (IV&V) testing processes, providing you with the necessary expertise and understanding to effectively assess and validate accessibility compliance.

    A solid understanding of Section 508 requirements for applications, coupled with the ability to apply accessibility principles when creating Section 508 presentations.

    This knowledge will ensure that the client's presentations meet accessibility standards.

    In-depth knowledge of testing documents for accessibility, enabling you to evaluate and remediate accessibility issues in various types of content.


    Excellent skills in documenting compliance against Section 508 technical standards, ensuring accurate and thorough reporting on accessibility evaluations.

    Familiarity with 508 compliance standards and their application to document accessibility, enhancing your ability to ensure compliance across a range of content.

    In-depth knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) AA standards, ensuring the client's web content meets the required accessibility criteria.

    Proficiency in using Acrobat Pro, a powerful tool for creating accessible documents and verifying their compliance with accessibility standards.

    Strong technical skills with common business tools, including SharePoint and Microsoft Office products, allowing you to efficiently manage and assess accessibility within these platforms.


    Familiarity with a range of automated accessibility testing tools such as ANDI, Deque tools Axe, Attest, and Assure. This expertise will enable you to conduct comprehensive accessibility evaluations and identify areas that require remediation.

    Extensive background in testing systems using manual tests, automated tests, and assistive technology tools. Your expertise in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript will further facilitate effective evaluation and remediation of accessibility issues.

    Bachelor's Degree is required. Computer science, information systems, or engineering fields of study desired

    Extensive knowledge and expertise in Section 508 accessibility requirements and guidelines, with a specific understanding of their application within the client's environment.

    Proven experience in testing and validating user interfaces against Section 508 accessibility requirements, ensuring compliance and identifying areas for improvement.

    Strong technical proficiency in conducting manual and automated accessibility conformance testing for electronic documents, software, and hardware, adhering to the scope of Section 508.

    Ability to provide subject matter expertise and guidance to client stakeholders, assisting them in understanding and implementing digital accessibility requirements effectively.

    Proactive approach to increasing the adoption of unified accessibility testing practices within the client's environment, including providing configuration support and tracking service calls and metrics for remediation efforts.

    Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with and consult client stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of accessibility requirements and technical implementation strategies.

    Commitment to staying updated on the latest developments and best practices in Section 508 compliance, actively participating in professional development opportunities and maintaining the required DHS Trusted Tester certification.

    Must have completed DHS Trusted Tester certification upon 60 days after commencing contractual duties.





    DUTIES:

    Conducting comprehensive accessibility testing to verify the client's adherence to accessibility standards and Section 508 compliance.

    Providing extensive technical assistance and guidance to clients in the realm of accessibility testing, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills to achieve compliance.


    Delivering high-quality accessibility test results, raising awareness about accessibility issues, and providing valuable information and services to clients.

    Conducting accessibility testing as part of IT governance and life cycle reviews or IT investment assessments.

    Generating accurate and clear reports that outline the client's level of Section 508 compliance.

    Assessing and remediating electronic documents to ensure they meet accessibility requirements.

    Coaching development teams on effective accessibility testing techniques for web and electronic content and applications.

    Conducting periodic accessibility assessments for client applications and promptly reporting the results to the Section 508 Program Manager or relevant project points-of contact.


    Performing document accessibility assessments and remediating any inaccessible content.

    Communicating accessibility assessment results and proposing appropriate solutions to content owners.

    Evaluating Section 508 compliance assessment and remediation tools to continuously enhance the client's compliance program, while adhering to best practices for managing accessibility of information and data.

    Providing functional assessments and preparing reports on assistive technology evaluation and comparison as new Section 508 compliance testing tools or competing products emerge in the commercial marketplace.

    Offering technical assistance in areas such as product-specific Section 508 compliance assessment, web developer guidance, one-on-one client accessibility training, and electronic document accessibility assessment and remediation.

    Provides support to Section 508 Federal staff, with ability to obtain expert level knowledge and understanding of the Information Technology Change Control Board (ITCCB) process.

    Create and submit Change Requests (CR) and supporting documentation to the Information Technology Configuration Control Board (ITCCB) and administer the CR through the approval process for new accessibility-related tools.

    Offer feedback and input on the review of all DOS products that are introduced into our unclassified and classified environments.


    Ensure submitters answer all accessibility related questions and to ensure Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) and Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) are up to date and match the current release.

    If no ACRs or VPATs are available, ensure Market Research Forms are submitted.

    Coordinate with Federal staff to provide an annual review of the IT CCB process to OAA management and recommend any necessary changes to stay up to date with the latest Section 508 guidelines.





    *Quadrant, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Quadrant is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.


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