Web Accessibility Specialist

Abacus

Philadelphia, PA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Auditing, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Government, HTML5, JavaScript, Maintain Compliance, People Management, Section 508, Test Automation, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, WAI (Web Accessibility Initiative), Web Accessibility, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Web Testing, Wordpress, Work From Home

LOCATION

Philadelphia, PA

POSTED

4 days ago

Join Our Team as a Digital Accessibility Expert in Philadelphia, PA

Are you passionate about making digital content accessible to everyone? Join the City of Philadelphia's Office of Innovation and Technology as a crucial member of the Digital Services team. Help ensure that all City websites, web applications, and digital services are accessible to residents with disabilities, aligning with ADA Title II, Section 508, and WCAG 2.1 standards.

Position Overview

As a key player in the City's enterprise-wide digital accessibility program, you will conduct comprehensive accessibility audits, collaborate with development teams for remediation, and integrate accessibility testing into development workflows. Work closely with our Accessibility Architect to align efforts with the City's broader accessibility governance framework.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 using tools like axe DevTools, WAVE, and Lighthouse.
Collaborate with teams to remediate accessibility defects and provide guidance on compliant coding practices.
Integrate automated accessibility testing into CI/CD pipelines.
Validate and remediate digital documents for accessibility compliance.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in web accessibility testing and remediation.
Strong knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA, WAI-ARIA, Section 508, and ADA Title II.
Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and accessibility testing tools.

Preferences

Experience with government agencies and WordPress environments.
Familiarity with integrating accessibility checks into CI/CD pipelines.
IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist certification or equivalent.
Knowledge of inclusive design principles and plain-language content practices.

Work in a hybrid model with a minimum of 2 days onsite at our Philadelphia offices and enjoy the flexibility of remote work. This is a 12-month position with potential for extension.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us create a more accessible digital world!

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