Accessibility Tester -REMOTE

Accessibility Tester

REMOTE for CO Local candidates only. Relocation candidates or those willing to move to Colorado will not be considered.

We are seeking an Accessibility Tester to support applications within the Office of Information Technology (OIT). The primary goal of this role is to ensure all OIT applications meet accessibility standards and deliver an inclusive user experience for individuals with disabilities.

Project Goals

• Identify accessibility issues across assigned OIT applications.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508).
• Provide clear, actionable recommendations for remediation.

Scope of Work

The Accessibility Tester will perform comprehensive accessibility assessments, including:

• Manual testing with assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, keyboard-only navigation).
• Automated testing using approved accessibility tools.
• Reviewing design specifications and wireframes for accessibility considerations.
• Reporting defects with detailed reproduction steps and recommended fixes.
• Collaborating closely with development, business, and QA teams.
• Participating in accessibility reviews, meetings, and trainings as needed.

Deliverables

• Accessibility test plans.
• Detailed test reports outlining issues, severity, and recommendations.
• Defect reports documented in OIT's designated tracking system.
• Summary updates on accessibility findings and overall progress.
• Documentation of accessibility best practices and guidelines, as requested.

Responsibilities

• Execute accessibility test cases thoroughly and accurately.
• Follow the Accessibility Checklist for the Testing Team.
• Document and communicate all findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Provide guidance on remediation and accessibility best practices.
• Stay current on accessibility standards and guidelines.
• Meet all project timelines and adhere to OIT quality standards.

Acceptance Criteria

All deliverables will be reviewed and approved by OIT's designated representative to ensure they meet the required standards and expectations.

The Accessibility Tester will report to Christine Coakley, Manager – Enterprise Applications, and will provide regular updates via SH weekly notes.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of OOP concepts.
• Hands-on experience with API and Web Services Testing.
• Solid knowledge of traceability matrices, test strategy, and test planning.
• Familiarity with Agile and Jira processes.
• Experience with platforms such as Java, Mobile/PWA, and Salesforce.

Sample Duties:

• Perform hands-on testing.
• Write detailed scenarios for releases and provide test estimates.