Padmore Global Connections ยท 5 months ago
Compliance Specialist
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelPadmore Global Connections is seeking an ADA Accessibility Compliance Specialist to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). The role involves reviewing and remediating digital and physical forms for accessibility, collaborating with various teams, and providing guidance on accessible form creation.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Review, test, and remediate digital and physical forms to ensure compliance with ADA, 508 Regulations, and WCAG guidelines
Convert existing forms into accessible formats, including PDF, HTML, and Microsoft Office documents
Conduct accessibility audits using tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, WAVE, Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
Collaborate with designers, developers, and content creators to ensure accessibility is integrated into the form design process
Provide training and guidance on best practices for creating accessible forms
Stay updated on accessibility laws, standards, and evolving best practices throughout the project
Work with Department of Revenue (DOR) and agency web compliance teams to implement accessibility improvements across platforms
Document accessibility processes and compliance efforts
Qualification
Required
Candidate MUST be local to Metro Atlanta
US Citizen or GC-Permanent Resident
Tax Clearance Letter, due at the time of submission
Strong knowledge of ADA, 508 Regulations, WCAG (2.1 and above), and other accessibility regulations
Experience remediating PDFs, Word documents, and web-based forms for accessibility
Proficiency in accessibility testing tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro, WAVE, Axe, JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and ARIA for form accessibility improvements
Ability to provide accessibility training and support to teams
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Education: Bachelors degree in information technology (IT), Management Information Systems (MIS), or related fields
DOR will conduct a background check on all candidates considered for the position
Individuals must be compliant with Georgia tax obligations
Individuals having any overdue and unpaid taxes, or any felony convictions (no matter how long ago) will not be offered the position or hired
All employees will be fingerprinted
Preferred
Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA) or Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) certification, or other accessibility certifications
Experience working in government compliance
Knowledge of assistive technologies and their impact on user experience
Company
Padmore Global Connections
Padmore Global Connections LLC (PGC) is a premier provider of cutting-edge technology and project management solutions with locations in North Brunswick NJ, Medford MA, Herndon VA and Monroe NC.
Founded in 2019
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Eric Ayim, B. Acc., PMP
CFO & Co-Founder
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