[Job-Listings] Remote OR Cambridge, MA: Human Services Research Institute hiring Digital Accessibility Specialist

[David Andrews]

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>Digital Accessibility Specialist
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>We’re looking for a full-time Digital 
>Accessibility Specialist to join our team. The 
>person in this role will ensure that all 
>services and products we build are truly inclusive and accessible.
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>Day to day, you’ll be testing and remediating 
>PDFs of varying lengths and content—from longer 
>research reports to short research briefs and 
>infograpphics—and helping to ensure the 
>accessibility of consumer websites. Using best 
>practices at the intersection of graphic design 
>and accessibility, you’ll also design and 
>develop accessible templates (MS Word, 
>PowerPoint, Excel, webpages). You’ll work 
>across our research teams, helping to embed 
>accessibility considerations into our processes 
>and developing a framework for staying on top of 
>evolving standards and technologies. In addition 
>to working with our in-house teams, you’ll 
>communicate with and manage interactions with 
>the third-party vendors that occasionally assist our efforts.
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>This is a remote position but with the eventual 
>option of working from our Cambridge, 
>Massachusetts office, which is accessible by public transportation.
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>About HSRI
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>For 45 years, we’ve been working to promote 
>choice and personalization in human services, 
>and to improve the availability of services and 
>make them simpler for people to access. In 
>addition to research products, we’ve been 
>developing websites and digital solutions that 
>support our vision for person-centered social 
>services—and we’re looking for a talented 
>person to help make sure that all users have a good experience with them.
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>At HSRI, you’ll find flexible working, an 
>inclusive culture, and a place where your 
>opinion is valued. We are proud to be an equal 
>opportunity employer and are committed to 
>building a team that represents a variety of 
>backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more 
>inclusive we are, the better our work will be.Â
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>Responsibilities
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>    * Remain current on Government Section 508 
> accessibility requirements and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
>    * Recommend and use assistive technologies 
> such as screen reader software (NVDA, JAWS), 
> and accessibility test tools (ANDI, color contrast analyzers, etc.)
>    * Perform complete Section 508 testing and 
> remediation on electronic documents and 
> websites; when needed, coordinate with 
> third-party vendors (document remediators)
>    * Provide feedback to clients on testing 
> results and assist in the creation of 
> remediation plans for web applications and 
> websites; may involve Section 508 Testing Templates for documentation
>    * Coordinate accessibility audits and 
> deployment certification with third-party vendors
>    * Help to run occasional accessibility 
> training sessions, talks and workshops across the organization
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>Minimum Qualifications
>    * 2-4 years of experience or equivalent
>    * Excellent communication and customer service skills
>    * Strong computer background and 
> demonstrated competence in rapidly researching and learning new applications
>    * Strong accessibility testing background 
> (preferred: knowledge of JAWS, NVDA, ANDI, 
> Color Contrast checker, WCAG 2.1 AA Standards, 
> Section 508 Accessibility requirements)
>    * Experience remediating electronic 
> documents (PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for Section 508 compliance
>    * Demonstrated ability to work comfortably 
> with a diverse population, independently, and as part of a team
>    * Demonstrated ability to work in deadline-driven environment
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>Preferred Qualifications
>    * IAAP Accessible Document Specialist credentials
>    * Graphic design experience
>    * Familiarity with WordPress and 
> Squarespace, including accessible themes and plug-ins
>    * Experience creating SharePoint sites Â
>    * Acquaintance with Microsoft BI and Azure tools
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>How to Apply:
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>Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a 
>Cover Letter and Resume/CV through 
><https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=hsri&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US>HSRI’s 
>Career Center. Â
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>You can also cut/paste the URL into your 
>browser:Â 
><https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=hsri&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US>https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=hsri&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_USÂ 
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>Materials can also be mailed to:Â
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>Attention: Human ResourcesÂ
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>Human Services Research Institute
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>2336 Massachusetts Ave.
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>Cambridge, MA 02140
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>No phone calls, please
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