Description About Us: NYSTEC is a nonprofit technology consulting company, advising agencies, organizations, institutions, and businesses since 1996. We're independent and vendor-neutral, so we have our clients' best interests at heart. At NYSTEC, we know that we succeed when individuals and teams flourish personally and professionally, so our benefits and perks support that mindset. About the Role: As a consultant - junior accessibility analyst/tester in the Change Management and Learning Development Practice Area, you will support the NYS ITS accessibility team in identifying and documenting accessibility issues on New York State digital properties on a two-year project. This role focuses on running manual tests, creating clear documentation of issues, and supporting remediation efforts to ensure compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1/2.2 Level AA standards, as required under federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations and New York State law Key Responsibilities The junior accessibility analyst/tester will work under the direction of the accessibility team lead and collaborate with state agencies, developers, and quality assurance (QA) teams. Manual accessibility testing: perform hands-on accessibility testing of state websites and applications using assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers, keyboard navigation). Issue identification and documentation: record accessibility issues with clear descriptions, screenshots, and recommendations for remediation. Assistive technology validation: test user interfaces with tools like NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and TalkBack to identify barriers for users with disabilities. Collaboration on test plans: support the accessibility QA lead in developing and refining test plans and processes. Compliance auditing: verify conformance with WCAG 2.1/2.2 Level AA success criteria and document results. Supporting team efforts: assist in creating reports summarizing test results and providing actionable feedback for development teams. About you: Required Qualifications One to two years of experience in accessibility testing or related QA roles. Familiarity with accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1/2.2, ADA Title II, and Section 508. Hands-on experience with assistive technologies like screen readers (e.g., NVDA, JAWS) and alternative input methods (e.g., keyboard-only navigation). Strong attention to detail, with excellent skills in documenting and communicating findings. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including developers and designers. Preferred/Desired Qualifications Familiarity with tools like Accessibility Insights, WAVE, or Siteimprove. Exposure to digital accessibility best practices in web and mobile interfaces. Knowledge of NYS STL Section 103-d and P08-005 requirements. Experience working within government or large organizations. Accessibility certifications (e.g., CPACC, Trusted Tester) are a plus. Education and Experience A bachelor's degree and at least two years of related experience. An equivalent combination of advanced education, training, and experience will be considered. The target base salary for this position is $60,000 - $82,000 per year. When determining compensation, we analyze and carefully consider several factors, including skill set, experience, location, and job-related qualifications. It is NYSTEC's policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all individuals, regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, military service and veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws and ordinances. NYSTEC is strongly committed to this policy and believes in the concept and spirit of the law. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact recruitment@nystec.com if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or to perform this job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Learn more about NYSTEC by visiting Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. NYSTEC
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