35 Digital Accessibility jobs in the United States

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About Us:

Bixal is a consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Location

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US.Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

Job Summary

We seek a skilled and experienced Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our federal consulting firm. The successful candidate will work closely with team members to ensure that all digital products and services meet accessibility standards for individuals with disabilities. This will involve conducting accessibility assessments on documents and web properties, providing recommendations for remediation, and collaborating with designers and developers to implement accessibility features. The candidate will also provide ongoing training to team members on accessibility standards, compliance, and guidelines.

This is a full-time proposal position contingent on contract award.

Digital Accessibility Specialist Location

Remote

Salary

5000 - 8000 a year (s)

Description

Important Notice for Applicants:

At Bixal, we want to ensure a transparent and secure application process for all candidates. Official communication will come from an email address ending in @ or from Messages from other sources may be fraudulent, and you should exercise care to avoid any links or attachments included. If you experience any challenges with your submission, please contact us at talent@ . We're here to help!

Bixal will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any accommodation as part of our recruitment process, please contact us at You can expect a response from a team member within 24 hours during the regular work week and on the next operating day during the weekend or holidays.

About Us:

Bixal is a consulting company based in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Location

This role can work remotely from anywhere in the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US.Bixal does not provide visa sponsorship.

Job Summary

We seek a skilled and experienced Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our federal consulting firm. The successful candidate will work closely with team members to ensure that all digital products and services meet accessibility standards for individuals with disabilities. This will involve conducting accessibility assessments on documents and web properties, providing recommendations for remediation, and collaborating with designers and developers to implement accessibility features. The candidate will also provide ongoing training to team members on accessibility standards, compliance, and guidelines.

Important note

This is a full-time proposal position contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accessibility assessments of digital products and services, including documents, websites, applications, and other digital assets.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for remediation of accessibility issues identified during assessments.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to implement accessibility features and ensure they are appropriately integrated into digital products and services.
• Stay current with accessibility standards and guidelines and ensure our digital products and services comply.
• Educate team members on digital accessibility and guide how to design and develop accessible products and services.
• Work closely with clients to understand their accessibility requirements and ensure our products and services meet their needs.
• Assist with other practice areas such as analytics, design, and usability research to ensure that federal content maintains a high level of accessibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., digital design, web development, human-computer interaction, technical writing)
• At least 3 years of experience in digital accessibility, focusing on accessibility assessments and remediation of documents, web properties, and information and communication technology (ICT).
• Ability to manage a document backlog including testing, remediation and reposting or conversion of files to HTML.
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines, including WCAG 2.1 and Section 508.
• Experience testing digital content with assistive technologies (AT) and deep knowledge of how individuals with disabilities use assistive software.
• Experience consulting and working with designers and developers to implement accessibility features.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve accessibility barriers.
• Ability to work independently; suggest, outline, and drive accessibility initiatives from start to finish.
• Experience working with accessibility testing tools, such as JAWS, NVDA, and/or VoiceOver.
• Experience with manual, automated, and semi-automated accessibility review processes, including WAVE, Color Contrast Analyzer, Siteimprove, and/or AxeDevTools.
• Understanding of user experience (UX) design principles and how they relate to accessibility.
• Achieve Trusted Tester or CPACC certification within one calendar year.

Nice to have

• CPACC and/or Trusted Tester
• Experience working with federal government clients is a plus.
• Experience with Agile

$70,000 - $80,000 a year

Perks & Benefits:

Flex hours

401K with matching incentive

Parental Leave

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Flex Spending Account

Company provided short-term disability and life insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous PTO

11 Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Please note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.

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A client of Kforce's in Golden, Colorado (CO) is hiring for a Digital Accessibility Specialist.

Summary:

The client is looking for candidates who bring proven, specialized experience from related businesses or organizations as well as system integration and technology experience. Expertise could include various technologies and roles, including SME in product and software or functional areas. Candidates must live and work within Colorado. The Specialist will use a variety of manual and automated techniques to ensure that documents comply, at a minimum, with all applicable accessibility criteria.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Using Adobe Acrobat, CommonLook, and similar tools to remediate PDF documents in order to ensure compliance with accessibility standards; Ensure that complex documents meet or exceed all applicable standards; Other document remediation assignments could include web pages, Microsoft Office documents
• Using assistive technologies, such as screen readers (such as JAWS, Narrator, or NVDA), to manually ensure that document experiences are equitable and functional
• Support and fulfill accessibility accommodation requests from external stakeholders
• Track and report on progress and activities related to document remediation
• Monitor and review updated or new accessibility and document standards as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, and Outlook) and Adobe as well as the ability to quickly learn and apply other software skills
• Software: Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4-6 years of experience using Adobe Acrobat/Pro and Microsoft Office
• Experience authoring and remediating documents for accessibility which includes experience auditing documents for accessibility compliance
• Software: CommonLook PDF or other document remediation tools; Screen Readers (JAWS, NVDA, Narrator, etc.) and other assistive technology used for manual accessibility testing
• Knowledge of accessibility standards such as Section 508, WCAG, PDF/UA
• Strong communication, organization, time management, prioritization, and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify and analyze issues and develop appropriate solutions and plans of action
• Strong attention to technical detail
  
  

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Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S13788P

Working Title
Digital Accessibility Specialist

Department
EITS-Client Services

About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website
eits.uga.edu

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm

Advertised Salary
Up to 75,000; Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date
06/27/2025

Open until filled
Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date
08/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide name and contact information for three professional references.

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( ).

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .

Position Information
Classification Title
IT (Information Technology) Professional

FLSA
Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WAI-ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications), and their application within the context of complex web platforms desired.
• Experience with content management systems (such as Brightspace (D2L), Canvas, or Blackboard Learn), particularly those used in higher educational settings, and enterprise resource planning (such as Ellucian, Oracle, Workday, or Salesforce) systems. Familiarity with accessibility features within video platforms and project management/ticketing systems.
• IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification.
• Experience in developing and delivering accessibility training programs tailored to specific web platforms.
• Familiarity with user-centered design principles and inclusive design methodologies.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Knowledge of relevant accessibility laws and regulations, including Section 508 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Position Summary
The Digital Accessibility Specialist, within the newly established Digital Accessibility Team in the Client Services unit of EITS, is a crucial position responsible for ensuring the university's websites and digital content are accessible, in compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. This role involves conducting accessibility audits, providing expert guidance, and training related to content management platforms such as Banner, Brightspace (D2L), developing and implementing accessibility best practices, and collaborating with various departments to cultivate a culture of digital inclusion. The specialist will remain current with accessibility standards and technologies to uphold the university's commitment to equitable access.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• A thorough understanding of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.
• Proficiency in using accessibility evaluation tools and assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, keyboard navigation) to assess the accessibility of web applications and content.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical accessibility concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and recommend solutions for accessibility barriers within complex web systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of change management and process improvement

Physical Demands
Normal office environment

Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No

Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No

Does this position require a P-Card?
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes

Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Accessibility Audits and Evaluations:

• Perform thorough accessibility audits of university websites, web applications (including Banner, D2L, TeamDynamix, and Kaltura implementations), and digital documents using automated tools and manual testing methods.
• Identify accessibility barriers specific to these platforms and provide detailed, actionable remediation recommendations.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Regularly monitor the digital accessibility of university websites and digital content.
• Track progress on WCAG 2.1 compliance initiatives and generate reports on the institution's digital accessibility status.

Remediation Support:

• Assist units and individuals in implementing accessibility fixes and provide support during the remediation process.
• Validate the effectiveness of implemented solutions through follow-up testing within these platforms.

Platform-Specific Guidance:

• Serve as the subject matter expert on web accessibility best practices relevant to the university's primary web technologies.
• Provide tailored guidance and consultation to developers and content creators working within these systems.

Percentage of time
35

Duties/Responsibilities
Training and Awareness:

• Develop and deliver targeted in-person and online training sessions, workshops, and resources focusing on digital accessibility.
• Promote awareness of WCAG 2.1 AA compliance and digital accessibility principles across the institution.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with Enterprise Information Technology Services teams, UGA Equal Opportunity Office, the Center for Teaching and Learning, UGA Libraries, Office of Online Learning, academic unit information and instructional technology support, and other stakeholders to integrate accessibility considerations into the development, implementation, and maintenance of content.

User Feedback:

• Gather and incorporate feedback from users with disabilities in partnership with the Office of Accessibility and Testingto continuously improve the accessibility of university digital resources.

Best Practice Implementation:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of university-wide web accessibility best practices, guidelines, and documentation with specific considerations for ensuring compliance.

Percentage of time
35

Duties/Responsibilities
Accessibility Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Establish and maintain digital accessibility testing protocols, specifically for content and applications.
• Integrate digital accessibility checks into relevant development and content management workflows.

Staying Current:

• Keep abreast of the latest developments in web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 and beyond), assistive technologies, and platform-specific accessibility.

Percentage of time
20

Duties/Responsibilities
Supervision of Student Assistants:

• Hire, train and oversee the day-to-day management of Digital Accessibility Team student assistants.

Percentage of time
10

Job Description

At the University of Washington (UW), we believe in the power of inclusive innovation. As a UW employee, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact-on campus, across the state, and around the world. At UW, your experiences and perspectives are not only valued-they're essential.

Join our team at Accessible Technology Services (ATS) within UW Information Technology (UW-IT) and help lead the charge toward a more accessible and equitable digital future. We are currently seeking a Digital Accessibility Specialist to help ensure that technology used, created, and procured at UW is accessible to all-including individuals with disabilities.

What You'll Do:

Evaluate the accessibility of UW websites, applications, and IT systems-both homegrown and third-party.

Conduct in-depth reviews using tools aligned with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and collaborate with designers, developers, and content creators across all UW campuses.

Review VPATs, ACRs, HECVATs and partner with UW Procurement Services and other stakeholders to assess the accessibility of third-party tools and platforms.

Provide clear, actionable reports and consult on web and software remediation.

Support UW's compliance with new ADA Title II digital accessibility regulations, targeting substantial compliance by April 2026.

What You Bring:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, UX, Human-Centered Design, or related field - or equivalent experience.

2+ years of experience evaluating software/web accessibility.

Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and accessibility testing tools.

Strong understanding of WCAG 2.1 AA, ARIA, and assistive technologies.

Excellent communication skills, especially when translating technical accessibility concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred:

Experience in higher education or large, decentralized organizations.

Familiarity with content management systems like WordPress and Drupal.

Knowledge of accessible document formats and academic material standards.

Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a highly functional, mission-driven team that collaborates across the University. UW-IT and ATS are nationally recognized leaders in digital accessibility and inclusive technology practices. Here, your work won't just meet compliance-it will change lives.

This position is eligible for 100% remote work.

This position is grant-funded for up to 18 months, with the potential for continuation based on performance and funding.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$75,696.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$123,000.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

**Job Description**
At the University of Washington (UW), we believe in the power of inclusive innovation. As a UW employee, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact-on campus, across the state, and around the world. At UW, your experiences and perspectives are not only valued-they're essential.
Join our team at Accessible Technology Services (ATS) within UW Information Technology (UW-IT) and help lead the charge toward a more accessible and equitable digital future. We are currently seeking a Digital Accessibility Specialist to help ensure that technology used, created, and procured at UW is accessible to all-including individuals with disabilities.
**What You'll Do:**
Evaluate the accessibility of UW websites, applications, and IT systems-both homegrown and third-party.
Conduct in-depth reviews using tools aligned with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and collaborate with designers, developers, and content creators across all UW campuses.
Review VPATs, ACRs, HECVATs and partner with UW Procurement Services and other stakeholders to assess the accessibility of third-party tools and platforms.
Provide clear, actionable reports and consult on web and software remediation.
Support UW's compliance with new ADA Title II digital accessibility regulations, targeting substantial compliance by April 2026.
**What You Bring:**
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, UX, Human-Centered Design, or related field - or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience evaluating software/web accessibility.
Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and accessibility testing tools.
Strong understanding of WCAG 2.1 AA, ARIA, and assistive technologies.
Excellent communication skills, especially when translating technical accessibility concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
**Preferred:**
Experience in higher education or large, decentralized organizations.
Familiarity with content management systems like WordPress and Drupal.
Knowledge of accessible document formats and academic material standards.
**Why Join Us?**
You'll be joining a highly functional, mission-driven team that collaborates across the University. UW-IT and ATS are nationally recognized leaders in digital accessibility and inclusive technology practices. Here, your work won't just meet compliance-it will change lives.
This position is eligible for 100% remote work.
This position is grant-funded for up to 18 months, with the potential for continuation based on performance and funding.
**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details**
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$75,696.00 annual
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$123,000.00 annual
**Other Compensation:**
-
**Benefits:**
For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift (United States of America)
**Temporary or Regular?**
This is a regular position
**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**
100.00%
**About the UW**
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
**Our Commitment**
The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently seeking a Director, Digital Accessibility to lead and expand a highly visible client-facing and internal program ensuring our digital products and services are accessible to all users, including people across a broad spectrum of abilities, and in compliance with relevant laws and standards.

This role requires a leader with hands-on experience working in an environment where accessibility is imbedded early in the software development lifecycle across design, development, and delivery. You will advise leadership and be a trusted partner to design, engineering, product, procurement, contracts, operations, sales, and other business teams. Your team's work mix will include both addressing internal enterprise accessibility matters as well as delivering accessibility services both stand-alone and as a part of larger professional services motions that are revenue-generating and client-facing, with the larger balance being professional services in nature. You will build on our existing base and scale our accessibility practice while maintaining a lean team of SMEs, with a framework of repeatable processes, templates, and toolkits to improve the efficiency of end-to-end testing and remediation projects across a global matrixed organization. You will drive organizational change to embed accessibility best practices into all internal development processes. Much of your team's focus will be on enabling other parts of the organization to perform the vast majority of hands-on work related to accessibility as a part of their existing workflows (e.g., Educating functional testers to assume responsibility for Accessibility testing, Business Analysts building accessibility into their acceptance criteria for user stories, Developers imbedding accessibility into their coding standards and pipeline, etc.). You will own the enablement of portfolio-wide compliance monitoring and reporting to stakeholders at all levels.

You will be a hands-on practitioner and team leader balancing primarily matrixed assignments of your staff with some direct management. As an advisor and advocate to the organization and to our clients, you will often facilitate in-person collaboration and engagement.

You must live within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ and regularly work on-site. You will be flexible when traveling to client offices and attending industry events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead cross-functional projects using design thinking concepts to elicit requirements and agile delivery methodology to deliver results
- Use advanced data modeling and analysis techniques to discover insights that will guide strategic decisions and uncover optimization opportunities
- Build, develop and maintain cloud and on-prem data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics support that support key business decisions
- Manage and optimize processes for data intake, validation, mining and engineering as well as modeling, visualization and communication deliverables
- Design and build technical processes to address business issues
- Oversee the design and delivery of reports and insights that analyze business functions and key operations and performance metrics
- Report on results of analytical initiatives to stakeholders in leadership, technology, sales, marketing and product teams
- Oversee the data/report requests process: tracking requests submitted, prioritization, approval, etc.
- Develop and implement controls to ensure quality standards, organizational expectations, and regulatory requirements
- Communicate results and business impacts of insight initiatives to stakeholders within and outside of the company
- Monitor performance of team members according to established monitoring standards; conduct performance appraisals, make decisions on personnel actions including hiring, firing and disciplinary actions

Strategic Leadership

- Lead a comprehensive accessibility strategy aligned with the organization's goals.

- Establish short- and long-term program objectives and drive organizational change.

- Create a framework of repeatable, scalable processes and templates to increase efficiency.

- Advocate for accessibility initiatives at the executive level and across the organization.

Team Building and Management

- Recruit, train, and lead a team of accessibility specialists, testers, and consultants in alignment with business and client demand-signals.

- Manage resource capacity, concurrent assignments, timelines and budget commitments.

- Provide ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities for the team.

- Oversee tracking and reporting of accessibility-related task progress across the portfolio.

Accessibility Testing and Assessment

- Oversee the development and execution of accessibility testing protocols for digital products.

- Ensure compliance with relevant accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA, Section 508).

- Provide architectural guidance on:

• Semantic HTML structure and ARIA usage (aria-label, aria-hidden, aria-live, etc.)
• Keyboard navigation, focus management, and screen reader support.
• Color contrast, alt text, skip links, and logical reading order.

-Oversee and conduct manual and automated accessibility testing using tools such as evinced, Deque, BrowserStack, axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, and assistive technologies (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack).

- Conduct regular accessibility assessments and audits to identify areas for improvement.

- Produce accessibility compliance reports following industry standard formats.

- Provide revenue-generating consulting services to clients on accessibility best practices.

- Provide expert coaching and guidance to internal teams on accessibility best practices.

- Manage customer expectations for service delivery from start to finish; planning, estimating, staffing, and executing to meet all budget and timeline commitments.

- Identify and communicate barriers and trade-offs and recommend prioritization and an approach that balances business risk, needs, constraints, and impact.

- Develop and implement remediation plans to address accessibility issues while balancing client, contractual, commercial, and regulatory requirements and concerns.

- Collaborate with design, engineering, QA, and product teams to embed accessibility into the software development lifecycle from the outset.

Stakeholder Communication and Influence

- Communicate accessibility goals, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.

- Build and maintain accessibility best practices documentation and role-based toolkits.

- Influence and educate senior leadership on accessibility and design priorities.

- Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and forums.

Continuous Improvement

- Drive continuous improvement to enhance the accessibility of digital products and services.

- Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to accessibility efforts.

- Scale accessibility learning initiatives and curriculum across the organization.

- Stay current with emerging trends and industry research and implement new technologies and approaches to improve digital accessibility.

- Collaborate with our engineering teams to integrate accessibility into our CI/CD and general development practices.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Preferred fields of study in Computer Science, Informatics, or Industrial Engineering.
- Ten (10) years in a consulting or digital agency environment required.
- Minimum fiv e (5) years of experience in a management position in the field.
- Five or more years of experience specifically with more than one of the following: Datalakes, Datawarehouses, Informatica, Other ETL tools, Azure, Power-BI, Tableu, MicroStrategy, Snowflake.
- Familiarity with Agile delivery methodology.
- Experience working with a distributed team (on/off shore).
- Experience working in a mixed environment of FTEs and Vendors.
- Understanding of Vendor Management.
- Knowledgeable P&L responsibilities.
- Expert program management skills.
- Curiosity to learn about new businesses and industries, and ability to quickly grasp and make effective use of industry- and company-specific terminology.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills and leadership.
- Ability to summarize and convey information to stakeholders and sponsors.
- Strong negotiation and objection handling skills.
- Ability to influence others both within and outside of immediate team to achieve results.
- Ability to travel as required up to 60%. Given the dynamic nature of the team and the need to be responsive to our customers' needs, some travel may be coordinated on short notice.

- BA/BS in information technology, computer science, information design, human computer interaction, engineering, interaction design, user experience, or related field. Additional years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

- 10+ years of experience in software development, UX/UI architecture, or technical leadership with 5+ years focused on digital accessibility (hands-on experience performing automated and manual testing and remediation of web and mobile applications, including iOS and Android native apps, and electronic media for compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1/2.2, Revised Section 508 Standards, and other applicable standards and regulatory requirements.

- 2+ years of experience managing a team of professional individual contributors, including resource forecasting, assignment and tracking, performance management, and budget management.

- Proven track record of leading and growing a successful accessibility program with accessibility embedded early in the development lifecycle (shift-left).

- Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks like React/Angular) and how they impact accessibility.

- Experience leading accessibility audits, remediation efforts, and embedding accessibility into Agile development processes.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex accessibility concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- IAAP certifications such as CPACC, WAS, or CPWA.

- Experience with native mobile accessibility APIs and PDF remediation tools (Adobe Acrobat Pro, CommonLook).

- Background in public financial sector, healthcare, or other regulated environments preferred.

- Experience authoring Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) and Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT), preferably in the context of contract procurements.

- Knowledge of WAI-ARIA, UAAG, ATAG and EPUB specifications.

- Knowledge of UI design patterns including SPA, RIA, and AI/chat/voice interfaces.

- Knowledge of accessible metadata and tagging best practices for Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems.

- Knowledge of accessible real-time communication (RTC) applications for video, text and audio calls, text chat, file exchange, screen sharing and gaming.

- Knowledge of captioning, live transcription, sign-language, and real time user support for meetings, conferences, and presentations that are remote/virtual, in-person, or hybrid.

- Knowledge of XR Accessibility User Requirements (XAUR) for virtual, augmented or mixed reality, immersive environments, and related technologies.

- Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles; accessibility requirements for instructional technologies, systems, courseware, and learning environments; and criteria for Equally Effective Alternative Access Plans (EEAAP).

- Awareness of W3C Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 3 Working Draft.

- Awareness of European Accessibility Act and Accessible Canada Act.

- High level external customer facing experience managing customer expectations for service delivery.

- Demonstrated experience in a professional services environment, managing people across multiple customers.

- Demonstrated experience developing estimates for the work we perform for our customers and executing/seeing it through.

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EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Digital Accessibility Project Manager
12 Months
Remote
Hartford, Connecticut

Required Experience
10+ years of Project Management experience, managing large-scale, high-visibility technology projects
Experience with accessibility, WCAG, Section 508, or ADA compliance projects strongly preferred
Experience managing QA/test-heavy projects and cross-discipline agile teams
Demonstrated success leading enterprise software implementations, managing diverse stakeholder groups and change management
Proven experience with vendor management
Experience in the public sector or with government agencies highly preferred

Required Skills
Outstanding verbal and written communication with the ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly
Strong presentation and executive reporting skills
Proven leadership, with experience managing and holding cross-functional teams accountable
Comfort in navigating a matrixed environment to drive progress and decision-making
Strong initiative and problem-solving, finding innovative solutions to move projects forward
Sound judgement in dealing effectively and diplomatically with all levels of government staff
Proficiency in various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, PPM tools (Monday.com, etc.), JIRA, and Confluence

Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with public sector workflows, systems, or program administration
IAAP CPACC or PMP with accessibility background
Understanding of accessibility platforms/tools (Deque, Axe, JIRA for defects, conformance tools)
Bachelor's or Master's degree in business or related field

Job Description

Audit current State systems and customer-facing assets to find accessibility issues. Assemble and deliver test data to show commonalities as well as unique areas of need

Develop test cases and improve testing protocols, to allow for the deepest discovery of issues

Clearly summarize accessibility findings and provide recommendations for remediation, including code-level and role-based recommendations and solutions

Collect and document testing data to allow for clear benchmarking, gap analysis, and risk assessment aligned to platform, service domain, asset type, and customer journey

Support performance scoring, compliance tracking, and analysis reports

Execute and iterate manual accessibility testing for all state digital assets, before and after remediation

Clearly communicate testing outcomes and provide expertise to help stakeholders understand results

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:

Skills and Requirements

4+ years of experience as an accessibility engineer, primarily working on digital product teams

Experience working hands-on in a Sitecore content management and Salesforce remediation within individual digital platforms with front end development experience (HTML, Javascript, etc.)

Experience working on compliance driven projects within public/federal/state/higher education sectors, specifically following WCAG compliance

Strong proficiency in development of accessibility plans and training processes with stakeholdesr to align results to long-term roadmap, including cohort planning, KPI alignment, and governance plans

Document status, milestones, and issues log for project efficiency IAAP certification (CPACC, WAS, etc.)

PMP certification

Experience running any manual testing efforts on a digital platform (security tagging, issue summaries, system-level observations) null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Accessibility Resource with strong project management capabilities to lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of our organization's accessibility framework for websites and applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working within large organizations, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, and driving initiatives that promote inclusive digital experiences.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive accessibility framework aligned with industry standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA, Section 508).
• Lead cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility best practices into website and application development processes.
• Manage accessibility projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring timely and within-budget execution.
• Conduct accessibility audits, assessments, and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with design, development, and content teams to ensure accessibility compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to teams on accessibility standards and best practices.
• Monitor and report on accessibility compliance metrics and progress.
• Stay current with evolving accessibility regulations, standards, and emerging technologies.
• Engage with external vendors or consultants as needed to support accessibility initiatives.

Must Have:

• Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1+, ADA, Section 508, and other relevant accessibility laws and frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead and manage accessibility projects across cross-functional teams, ensuring delivery on time and within scope.
• Hands-on experience with accessibility evaluation tools such as Axe, WAVE, and Lighthouse, and familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from an accessibility standpoint.
• Demonstrated experience conducting accessibility audits, gap assessments, and driving remediation strategies for websites and applications.
• bility to train, guide, and collaborate with design, development, content, and QA teams to embed accessibility best practices throughout the digital product lifecycle.