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Bixal about 5 hours ago
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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 @bixal.com or from [email protected]. 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 [email protected].  We're here to help!Bixal will ensure that iniduals 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 [email protected]. 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.LocationThis 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 SummaryWe 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 iniduals 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 noteThis 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 iniduals 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 yearPerks & Benefits:Flex hours401K with matching incentiveParental LeaveMedical/dental/vision benefitsFlex Spending AccountCompany provided short-term disability and life insuranceCommuter benefitsGenerous PTO11 Paid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesPlease note that candidates selected may undergo a background investigation and, if applicable, meet eligibility requirements for suitability.Our company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all iniduals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. #Salary and compensation

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