AGE Product Specialist 4 PS4 (Website Accessibility Specialist)

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 1 hour ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hybrid - at least 3 days/week onsite
Interview - Teams

Product Specialist 4 - Website Accessibility Specialist

The Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) is seeking the services of a qualified contractor to support a statewide website accessibility initiative. The contractor will be responsible for reviewing updating and converting the existing body of content on the AGE website into fully accessible pages. This includes transforming materials currently available in PDF and Word formats into formats (e.g. HTML) that meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards and comply with State of Ohio accessibility requirements. The objective of this effort is to ensure that the web content is in alignment with the requirements outlined in Ohio Administrative Policy IT-09 Digital Accessibility.

The contractor will utilize the State of Ohios web content management tool to implement these updates ensuring consistency with state-approved templates navigation structures and branding guidelines. The work will involve:

Conducting a comprehensive inventory of existing content and identifying accessibility gaps and implementing content updates.
Converting documents and pages into formats (e.g. HTML) optimized for accessibility and usability.
Applying best practices for semantic markup ARIA attributes and responsive design.
Performing accessibility validation using state-approved tools and manual testing.
Collaborating with AGE staff to confirm accuracy and completeness of converted content.
Providing documentation of changes and recommendations for ongoing accessibility compliance.

Hands-on experience in web design web development and digital accessibility with knowledge of various platforms (e.g. HCL/WCM preferred).

Ability to provide examples of web design and development projects that demonstrate technical skills.

Proficiency in the HTML programming language.

Expertise in web accessibility standards and best practices with specific experience in designing and implementing web content that is compliant with the accessibility standards established by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Experience working with Adobe Acrobat Pro/PDF documents including creating accessible PDFs.

Understanding of designing for an optimal user experience and strong attention to detail.

Ability to analyze and understand requirements.

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop effective solutions.

Effective communication skills to collaborate with client team members.

Time management and organizational skills to meet project deadlines.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill	Required /Desired	Amount	of Experience
Hands-on experience in web design web development and digital accessibility with knowledge of various platforms (e.g. HCL/WCM preferred).	Required	0
Expertise in web accessibility standards and best practices	Required	0
Designing and implementing content that is compliant with the standards established by theWeb Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.	Required	0
Proficiency in the HTML programming language.	Required	0
Ability to provide examples of web design and development projects that demonstrate technical skills.	Required	0

Questions

No.	Question
Question1	Do you understand and will abide by the provision in your subcontract with OST that it is PROHIBITED for government equipment to be taken or used outside of the United States by your contractors The consequences of this occurring can and will result in repercussions to you the prime vendor regardless if the candidate works for a sub-vendor of yours. It will also result in immediate termination of the contractor and make them ineligible for rehire in the program.
Question2	Where is your candidate currently located (City State)
Question3	Does your candidate agree to a hybrid schedule with 3 days on site
Question4	Fingerprint background checks are required. Does your candidate agree and understand

Hybrid - at least 3 days/week onsite Interview - Teams Product Specialist 4 - Website Accessibility Specialist The Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) is seeking the services of a qualified contractor to support a statewide website accessibility initiative. The contractor will be responsible for rev...