Screen Reader Accessibility Tester

Summary: Join our team at Level Access as a PDF Accessibility and Remediation Specialist and play a crucial role in ensuring our PDFs meet the highest accessibility standards. If you have a passion for accessibility and expertise in PDF remediation, this may be the right fit for you!

Responsibilities:

• Apply screen readers (e.g., NVDA, JAWS) to verify the usability of PDF documents for users with disabilities.
• Check key accessibility features such as reading order, alternative text, heading structure, table navigation, bookmarks, TOC, links, lists, forms, and document properties.
• Identify and detail accessibility issues with outstanding clarity and accuracy.
• Share detailed test results and constructive feedback with relevant teams to efficiently implement solutions.
• Remediate PDF documents to meet stringent accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with other team members on accessibility topics, encouraging a culture of inclusion and excellence.

Required Skills:

• Expert user of JAWS or similar screen readers, possibly due to personal lived experience navigating digital environments non-visually.
• Solid understanding of PDF accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508, PDF/UA).
• Proficiency in using accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies.
• Proven experience in accessibility testing of PDFs across various formats (reports, forms, brochures, etc.).
• Familiarity with digital accessibility testing (websites, mobile applications, etc.) is preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate complex accessibility topics in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Strong analytical skills to settle and address accessibility issues effectively.

This is a full-time salaried position with a competitive benefits package, including bonus opportunities and unlimited vacation/FTO. Salary is commensurate with experience. The role is being offered as a remote role. Please submit your cover letter and resume for immediate consideration.

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