ON-CALL 508 Compliance Specialist (REMOTE ROLE)
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Job Location:
Reston, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 60927 - 103576
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ON-CALL 508 COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
The 508 Compliance Specialist will provide expert accessibility support to ensure documents web products and digital communications meet Section 508 and applicable WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards. This role is responsible for reviewing testing and remediating a variety of digital assets for compliance and may be called upon to support urgent or ad hoc accessibility needs across the team.
This position is ON-CALL Part-Time with variable hours; assignments are made on a demand-response basis so hours are completely variable.
We are open to supporting 100% remote work anywhere within the US
Key Responsibilities
- File Review: Review Word PDF Excel PowerPoint and other digital documents for Section 508 compliance using automated tools and manual review.
- Document Remediation: Remediate documents to meet accessibility standards including fixing tagging alt text color contrast and structure issues.
- Web Accessibility Testing: Test web pages web applications and SCORM files for Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 AA compliance using tools such as ANDI Axe WAVE JAWS NVDA and others.
- Reporting: Prepare accessibility evaluation reports document findings and recommend remediation strategies.
- Collaboration: Work with content creators web developers and project teams to embed accessibility best practices and provide technical guidance.
- Training & Guidance: Develop and maintain job aids and training materials to assist staff with accessible document creation.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current on accessibility standards tools and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Certification: DHS Trusted Tester certification (v5.0 or higher).
- Education: High school degree.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in Section 508 compliance testing document remediation and web accessibility.
Additional Qualifications We Expect You To Have
- Technical Skills: Expert-level proficiency with accessibility evaluation tools (ANDI Axe WAVE JAWS NVDA Acrobat Pro PAC2024 CommonLook etc).
- Deep familiarity with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.0 AA standards.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly document findings and provide actionable recommendations.
- Organization: Strong attention to detail time management and ability to work independently in a fast-paced on-call environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with federal accessibility requirements and government agency work.
- Experience developing and delivering accessibility training.
- Familiarity with web development (HTML CSS JavaScript) and document creation tools.
- Experience supporting urgent or ad hoc accessibility requests.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read ourEEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodationplease emailand we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentto provide needed reasonable accommodations.
Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrightsor our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.
At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$60927.00 - $103576.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Required Experience:
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About ICF: The Integral Coach Factory is one of the earliest production units of independent India. It was inaugurated by the first Prime Minister of India Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru on 2nd October, 1955. Later the Furnishing Division was inaugurated on 2nd October, 1962 and the production ... View more
