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LMI

508 Compliance Specialist

Coordinate with VA's Section 508 Office and other designated VA accessibility stakeholders regarding requirements, testing, findings, remediation, and acceptance. * Participate in curriculum design ...

LMI

508 Compliance Specialist

Coordinate with VA's Section 508 Office and other designated VA accessibility stakeholders regarding requirements, testing, findings, remediation, and acceptance. * Participate in curriculum design ...

System One

ADA - SECTION 508 QA Analyst

Vienna, VA · On-site

Must hold Trusted Tester Certification or similar such as WAS/CPWA Description To work ... ARIA, ADA, Section 508, 21st Century Video and Communications Act, etc.) * Exposure to multi ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level section 508 tester in the United States is $38.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Section 508 Tester vs Entry Level Web Accessibility Tester?

AspectEntry Level Section 508 TesterEntry Level Web Accessibility Tester
CertificationsSection 508 compliance training, basic accessibility certificationsWeb accessibility certifications, such as IAAP certifications
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, contractors, compliance-focused teamsTech companies, digital agencies, freelance testing
Industry UsagePrimarily in government and federal sectorsBroadly in private and public sectors
Job FocusEnsuring federal compliance with Section 508 standardsTesting overall website accessibility for users with disabilities

Both roles involve accessibility testing, but Entry Level Section 508 Testers focus on federal compliance standards, while Entry Level Web Accessibility Testers have a broader scope across various websites and platforms. The choice depends on whether you aim to work specifically within government compliance or in a wider digital accessibility field.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Section 508 Tester job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,791 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester

Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Location: Washington, DC (FEMA HQ, 500 C St SW) with telework as required

Position Overview

The DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester evaluates online course materials, software, and web-based content for conformance with Section 508 accessibility requirements using DHS-approved testing processes and tools. Provides remediation guidance to training partners and participates in community-of-practice discussions on accessibility topics. This is a full-time Key Personnel position.

Job Functions

• Review and test online course materials, software, and web-based content for Section 508 compliance using DHS-approved evaluation processes

• Produce 508 test results that identify and document accessibility defects

• Develop Section 508 remediation plans outlining identified defects, strategies for resolution, and estimated completion timeframes

• Provide consultation throughout the development lifecycle using virtual meeting tools such as screen sharing to demonstrate findings and suggest remediation strategies

• Facilitate bi-weekly Section 508 discussions providing a forum for training partners to address common questions and share best practices

• Host webinars covering topics related to Section 508 and accessibility, selected based on identified needs or new developments

• Test each component/file individually using methods and tools appropriate for the format, with each component individually addressed in the reporting process

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• DHS Trusted Tester Certification

• Two (2) years of instructional design experience