Accessibility Auditor 2

Description Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt) The Accessibility Auditor supports QuaverEd’s accessibility initiatives by conducting detailed reviews of digital content, platforms, and media to ensure compliance with established standards. This role has a strong focus on PDF accessibility and remediation, while also assisting with the auditing of video/media assets and web content. The Accessibility Auditor works closely with the Digital Accessibility Manager, our screen reader expert, and cross‑functional teams to uphold QuaverEd’s commitment to equitable and inclusive learning experiences for all users. Key Responsibilities Audit curricula PDFs, videos, and other digital resources to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA, Section508, and ADA standards. Serve as a subject matter expert in PDF accessibility, independently evaluating and remediating PDFs using industry‑standard tools and techniques. Assist with auditing video and multimedia content, including verification and improvement of closed captions, audio description, transcripts, and other text‑based media alternatives. Conduct manual accessibility testing for digital products and web pages, including testing with screen readers and other assistive technologies. Collaborate closely with a screen reader expert who uses assistive technology, including in pair‑testing sessions and feedback reviews, and be comfortable incorporating their insights into remediation work. Review visual design elements (color, typography, layout, contrast, etc.) to confirm alignment with accessibility standards. Partner with web developers, content creators, and designers to creatively remediate accessibility issues and improve overall usability. Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal accessibility standards, checklists, and documentation to ensure quality and consistency. Provide clear, actionable feedback and reports to stakeholders on accessibility findings, including prioritization and recommended remediations. Coordinate with third‑party vendors responsible for externally remediated PDF documents to ensure deliverables meet QuaverEd’s accessibility requirements. Requirements 1–3 years of experience in digital accessibility, auditing, or a closely related field. Foundational knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA, Section508, and TitleII of the ADA. Demonstrated experience working with or alongside people with disabilities in testing or feedback environments. Familiarity with accessibility considerations in visual design and multimedia resources (e.g., color contrast, text alternatives, audio/video accessibility). Understanding of inclusive, human‑centered, and universal design principles. Experience conducting manual accessibility testing of PDFs, video/media, websites, or digital products with assistive technologies across multiple platforms. Bachelor’s degree in Accessibility, Human‑Computer Interaction, Education, Instructional Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Accessibility certifications such as CPACC, ADS, or similar are preferred but not required. Technical Skills and Attributes Proficiency using screen reader technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver) for evaluation and testing. Strong, hands‑on knowledge of PDF accessibility and remediation practices, including tagging, reading order, alt text, form fields, and document structure. Ability to clearly identify, document, and track accessibility issues, including creating reproducible steps and recommended fixes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain complex accessibility issues to non‑technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment, discretion, and integrity. Organized, detail‑oriented, and committed to continuous learning in accessibility standards, tools, and best practices. The role is not a remote work position. All employees must live within commuting distance of Music Row in Nashville. We are currently requiring all team members to work at minimum 3 days a week in the office on the QuaverEd campus and allowing 2 days remote. This requirement is subject to change at the discretion of the team member's Supervisor and company policies. QuaverEd, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including 80 hours of vacation per year with an increase after 3 years, 12 paid holidays, 60 hours of sick leave, subsidized health care up to $9,000 per year, a 401(k) program with no participation fees. QuaverEd also offers full employer paid basic life, fertility, health advocate, teladoc, identity theft and a collegial, supporting atmosphere. QuaverEd, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr