Int. Accessibility Specialist to build capabilities, create efficiencies, and establish accessibility for web and mobile applications

Our client is a leader in the Digital Hospitality and Food Services industry. They are looking for a Int. Accessibility Specialist to build capabilities, create efficiencies, and establish accessibility for web and mobile applications.

Duration: 1 Year

Location: Mississauga - 3 days/week

Job ID: 1435

Responsibilities:

• Uplevel and coach the product organization on accessibility best practices and standards.
• Stand up and lead an accessibility practice within the company.
• Develop and formalize processes and approaches to ensure the delivery of accessible products with AA compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility into all stages of product development.
• Conduct regular accessibility audits and assessments.
• Manage and execute VPATs (Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates) for our products as required.
• Stay current with accessibility laws, standards, and guidelines.
• Partnering with Design Management to communicate the state of accessibility at Compass Digital on a regular basis.

Must Have Skills:

• Experience leading and improving accessibility in all stages of product development.
• Accessibility analysis, including knowledge of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
• Capability to manage and execute VPATS.

Nice to Haves:

• Accessibility testing tool (usableNet), open to alternative tools