Digital Accessibility Specialist

Full job description
Circuit Media (CM), an industry leading creative services, government staffing, and communications firm is growing. A company that celebrates collaboration, curiosity, and delivering on time, Circuit Media's team embodies the core belief of work hard and be kind.


Who we are looking for


Circuit Media is seeking a skilled and experienced Digital Accessibility Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards and the remediation of various digital properties, including websites, applications, systems, document repositories and intranets. The Digital Accessibility Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring that our client’s digital content is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This is a remote position with occasional travel on site. If this sounds exciting to you, check out the job details below!


Key Responsibilities


Conduct comprehensive accessibility audits of websites, web applications, intranets, document repositories, and other digital properties to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards.
Develop and implement remediation plans to address identified accessibility issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
Collaboration with web developers, accessibility specialists, project managers, UX designers, UI designers, content creators, and other stakeholders to integrate accessibility best practices into the design and development process.
Provide expert guidance and support in the creation of accessible digital content, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PDFs, and other document formats.
Utilize assistive technologies and automated testing tools to evaluate and enhance the accessibility of digital properties.
Remediate and test documents for 508 compliance.
Stay current with industry trends, accessibility standards, and emerging technologies to continuously improve accessibility efforts.
Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate staff and stakeholders on accessibility principles, standards, and best practices.
Document accessibility policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across the organization.
Participate in suer testing and feedback sessions with individuals with disabilities to gather insights and improve user experiences.
Monitor and report on the status of accessibility initiatives and compliance efforts to senior management and other relevant parties.
Additional duties as we continue to define and develop your professional position at Circuit Media.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to travel and work on site occasionally
Excellent problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse teams


Qualifications


Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in web accessibility and digital accessibility remediation.
Experience with accessibility testing tools such as WAVE, AXE, Lighthouse, JAWS, NVDA, and others.
Proficiency in front-end development technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA.

Preferred

In-depth knowledge of WCAG 2.1+ Levels A and AA standards and other relevant accessibility guidelines and regulations. Familiarity with HB21-1110 is a bonus.
Strong understanding of assistive technologies and how they are used by individuals with disabilities.
Certification in web accessibility (e.g. CPACC, WAS, or similar) is a plus.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule
Fully Remote & pet friendly!
Unlimited PTO with 11 Paid Holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
For a full list of benefits ask your recruiter!


Salary Range: $85,000-$95,000 annually. Dependent on relevant experience, knowledge, and performance.


Job Type: Limited Term Full-Time; W2 or 1099 (Estimated 8/1/2024-7/1/2025, with potential for extension)

Circuit Media seeks creative problem solvers who can flex and grow as needs change and expand. There's a reason why we've been voted a top company by Colorado Companies to Watch and SHRM. Check out our social responsibility website at CircuitMedia.com/Sustainability. We are a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).


Circuit Media is an equal opportunity employer and a HIRE Vets awardee.