Website Accessibility Specialist

The contractor will utilize web content management tool to implement these updates, ensuring consistency with state-approved templates, navigation structures, and branding guidelines. The work will involve:

Conducting a comprehensive inventory of existing content and identifying accessibility gaps, and implementing content updates.

Converting documents and pages into formats (e.g., HTML) optimized for accessibility and usability.

Applying best practices for semantic markup, ARIA attributes, and responsive design.

Performing accessibility validation using state-approved tools and manual testing.

Collaborating with staff to confirm accuracy and completeness of converted content.

Providing documentation of changes and recommendations for ongoing accessibility compliance.

Hands-on experience in web design, web development, and digital accessibility with knowledge of various platforms (e.g., HCL/WCM preferred).

Ability to provide examples of web design and development projects that demonstrate technical skills.

Proficiency in the HTML programming language.

Expertise in web accessibility standards and best practices, with specific experience in designing and implementing web content that is compliant with the accessibility standards established by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA.

Experience working with Adobe Acrobat Pro/PDF documents, including creating accessible PDFs.

Understanding of designing for an optimal user experience and strong attention to detail.

Ability to analyze and understand requirements.

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to develop effective solutions.

Effective communication skills to collaborate with client team members.

Time management and organizational skills to meet project deadlines.

• Hands-on experience in web design, web development, and digital accessibility with knowledge of various platforms (e.g., HCL/WCM preferred).

Required

Expertise in web accessibility standards and best practices

Required

Designing and implementing content that is compliant with the standards established by theWeb Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA.

Required

Proficiency in the HTML programming language.

Required

Ability to provide examples of web design and development projects that demonstrate technical skills.

Required