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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 ...

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.

$76K - $89K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain front-end components and user interfaces that conform to Section 508 and WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA standards. * 508 Testing & Remediation: Perform comprehensive accessibility ...

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Synergy BIS

$46 - $60.75/hr

Perform Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 AA testing using DHS Trusted Tester methodology where applicable. * Use accessibility tools including ANDI, Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, contrast ...

Booker DiMaio, LLC

$105K - $123K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain front-end components and user interfaces that conform to Section 508 and WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA standards. * 508 Testing & Remediation: Perform comprehensive accessibility ...

Synergy BIS

508 Test Engineer-FQA

Perform Section 508 and WCAG 2.2 AA testing using DHS Trusted Tester methodology where applicable. * Use accessibility tools including ANDI, Axe, WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, contrast ...

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A Section 508 Tester is responsible for evaluating digital content, websites, and software applications to ensure they comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, which mandates accessibility for individuals with disabilities. They use manual and automated testing tools to identify accessibility issues related to screen readers, keyboard navigation, color contrast, and other accessibility standards. Testers document findings, provide recommendations for remediation, and collaborate with developers and designers to improve accessibility compliance. Their role is crucial in making digital products usable for people with disabilities, ensuring legal compliance, and enhancing overall user experience.

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To thrive as a Section 508 Tester, you need a solid understanding of accessibility standards (especially Section 508 and WCAG), testing methodologies, and experience with manual and automated accessibility testing. Familiarity with tools like JAWS, NVDA, Axe, and WAVE, as well as knowledge of HTML, CSS, and ARIA, is highly beneficial, and certifications like IAAP CPACC are often preferred. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to clearly document and explain accessibility issues set outstanding testers apart. These capabilities ensure digital products are accessible, compliant, and inclusive for users of all abilities, minimizing legal risk and supporting organizational goals.

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DOCUMENT REMEDIATION AND TRAINING SPECIALIST / Section 508

Centreville, VA • On-site

Socket.dev
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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Location: Remote; occasional onsite support may be required in Springfield, Virginia

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, generally between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Contract Status: Contingent upon contract award

POSITION SUMMARY

Magnus is seeking a Document Remediation and Training Specialist to evaluate and remediate electronic documents and forms for compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements. The selected candidate will also develop and deliver instructor-led training and provide individualized technical assistance to DHS personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Evaluate electronic documents and forms for conformance with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
  • Remediate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF, and other electronic documents and forms.
  • Apply the Accessibility Tests for Electronic Documents endorsed by the Federal CIO Council Accessibility Community of Practice.
  • Identify document accessibility defects and implement appropriate corrective actions.
  • Verify remediated documents for accessibility, usability, accuracy, and visual consistency.
  • Create instructional materials covering the evaluation and remediation of accessible electronic documents.
  • Develop and conduct instructor-led accessibility training.
  • Deliver training through one-on-one, classroom, onsite, and remote formats.
  • Provide clear verbal and written technical assistance to document authors and content owners.
  • Explain accessibility requirements and remediation techniques to technical and nontechnical audiences.
  • Assist the Government with making multimedia content Section 508 compliant when requested.
  • Maintain accurate records of remediation, training, and technical-assistance activities.
  • Remain current with applicable accessibility standards, document-testing procedures, tools, and best practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Broad knowledge of the Accessibility Tests for Electronic Documents endorsed by the Federal CIO Council Accessibility Community of Practice.
  • At least two years of experience evaluating and remediating electronic documents and forms for Section 508 conformance.
  • Hands‑on experience remediating Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF files.
  • Ability to provide clear verbal and written instruction on evaluating and remediating electronic documents and forms.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, accessible content.
  • Effective written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience creating and delivering instructor‑led Section 508 document‑remediation training.
  • Experience providing one‑on‑one accessibility coaching or technical assistance.
  • Experience supporting accessibility requirements in a Federal Government environment.
  • Experience remediating complex forms, tables, presentations, spreadsheets, and PDF documents.
  • Familiarity with multimedia accessibility best practices.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must maintain the professional skills required to perform Section 508 document remediation and training throughout contract performance.
  • Must satisfy applicable DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements.
  • Must comply with DHS security, privacy, conduct, and information‑protection requirements.
  • Must be able to work remotely and report onsite to DHS/TSA Headquarters in Springfield, Virginia, if requested.
  • Occasional work outside normal business hours may be required when authorized by the Government.

Flexible work from home options available.

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