Job Title: Websites and Applications Reviewer/Content Reviewer Job Location: Lansing MI Job Type: Contract Job Duration: 12+ Months. - Bill Rate: $80.00/HR - Close to Submissions on: 8/12 at 10AM EST. - Interviews: MS Teams video interview with camera ON. 2nd round interviews may be held in-person (candidates must be available for an in-person interview). - Duration: 1 year with extension likely - Position location: Lansing, MI. This position will require 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. Candidates must be able to work completely onsite for the first 1-2 months before transitioning to the hybrid work schedule (onsite 2 days per week). - Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the onsite/hybrid schedule) Clear and concise communication skills required. Top Skills & Years of Experience Required: •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)Please See Full Job Description Attached Full Job Description:- 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. Job Duties
- 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
Requirements Education
- A certificate or degree in any field required, Information Technology (IT) preferred
- Experience will be considered in lieu of a certificate or degree
Experience
- 1 year of testing applications for digital accessibility (preferred 3+ years)
- 1 year working with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- 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
Location & Hours Lansing, Michigan Monday - Friday 8am-5pm This position will require 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.