Accessibility Tester

The State of Michigan (SOM) Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Center for Shared Solutions (CSS) eMichigan team is seeking to hire up to 6 additional full-time systems analysts for 1-2 years to conduct reviews for adherence with the SOM Digital Standards for Websites and Applications, which include standards for branding and digital accessibility. The contract has potential to extend beyond 2 years based upon SOM’s needs.

• Conduct reviews of SOM websites and applications for adherence with the SOM Digital Standards for Websites and Applications
• Test for digital accessibility using manual and automated tools including screen reader and other assistive technology
• Review for adherence with additional standards including branding
• Perform testing on desktop and mobile devices
• Thoroughly document review results
• Provide results to application support teams and stakeholders and meet with teams to explain results
• Work closely with eMichigan team members to ensure processes are followed and optimized
• Other duties as assigned

• 1 year:
• Testing applications for digital accessibility (preferred 3+ years)
• Working with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
• A certificate or degree in any field required, Information Technology (IT) preferred
• Experience will be considered in lieu of a certificate or degree

• Advanced knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
• Advanced knowledge of digital accessibility testing methodologies
• Advanced skills using assistive technologies, including JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, and other assistive technologies
• Advanced skills using accessibility evaluation tools and frameworks, including WAVE, Developer Tools, Accessibility Inspector, and other accessibility evaluation tools
• Ability to use a variety of desktop and mobile devices and operating systems (OS), such as laptops, smartphones, tablets, Windows, MacBook, iOS, and Android
• Ability to prepare detailed written documentation, maintain records, and conduct correspondence related to the work
• Ability to communicate technical terminology at a level appropriate to the audience
• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA

• None

• Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense
• Position requires in-office work for the first 1-2 months for onboarding. Following this, a hybrid schedule will be offered, requiring Monday and Tuesday in-office and remote work Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
• Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  (flexible scheduling is possible)

• Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time
• Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment.