at Spectraforce Technologies Inc. in WaukeganNorth Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description:United's Digital Technology teams is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Sr. Digital Accessibility Analyst to join our team Digital Channels team. The Sr. Digital Accessibility Analyst will play a key role in ensuring that our digital products and services are accessible to individuals with disabilities, aligning with relevant standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in digital accessibility, a deep understanding of accessibility guidelines, and the ability to lead accessibility initiatives across diverse projects.Responsibilities:Understand and apply accessibility guidelines (WCAG, ADA/ACAA) to United Digital Channels Conduct comprehensive audits on our Digital Channels (web/mobile) to ensure compliance using both manual and automated testing to ensure compliancePerform usability testing with assistive technologies and conduct user testing involving individuals with disabilities to assess the effectiveness of accessibility featuresCreate and maintain documentation outlining accessibility guidelines, acceptance criteria, best practices, and standards for internal teams and stakeholdersProvide training and guidance to development, design and testing teams on creating accessible digital productsWork closely with designers, developers, content creators, and other stakeholders to integrate accessibility into the design and development processesIdentify accessibility issues and collaborate with development teams by providing detailed and specific solutions to address the issues and ensure that digital assets comply with accessibility standardsEvaluate and recommend accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies to improve the efficiency of the accessibility testing process.Advocate for the needs and perspectives of individuals with disabilities within the organization, promoting a culture of inclusivityGenerate reports on accessibility metrics and progress to share with management and stakeholdersEnsure that digital products comply with legal requirements related to accessibility, addressing any potential legal risksRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related discipline8+ years in digital accessibility, user experience (UX), or a related fieldExperience conducting accessibility audits, evaluations, and implementing accessibility solutionsProficiency in understanding and applying accessibility standards and guidelines, such as WCAG, ADA/ACAAFamiliarity with assistive technologies used by individuals with disabilities (e.g., VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA, Dragon Naturally Speaking, ZoomText, TalkBack, Speak to Me)Experience using accessibility testing tools and knowledge of best practices for testing digital products such as Deque Axe tools or similarUnderstanding of web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their impact on digital accessibilityAbility to collaborate with developers to implement accessibility featuresRelevant certifications in digital accessibility, such as the IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals) Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certificationsStrong communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, testers, and content creatorsAbility to advocate for accessibility principles and educate team members on best practiceAbility to manage and prioritize multiple projects, ensuring accessibility requirements are met within project timelinesDemonstrated commitment to staying updated on evolving accessibility standards, guidelines, and technologiesMust be eligible to work without sponsorshipLocal candidates to Houston or Chicago only - must be willing to work HybridPreferred/Plus:Airline knowledge - familiar with ACAA (Air Carrier Access Act)Experience developing for AccessbilityKnowledge of web technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript and ARIA)Professional training in using assistive technologies or Accessbility certificationsExperience conducting usability tests that include participants with accessibility challengesHas experience using assistive technology working on products or similar products Pre-Identified Candidate/Extension? YesIf yes, Enter Name of Applicant Cragar Gonzales and Alen DavoudianIs this position Contract-to-Hire? NoSkill Level Senior Level (greater than 8 yrs exp.)
SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at nahr@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
