Accessibility Compliance Support Analyst - Intermittent (Software Development Specialist 1)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a motivated analyst to help ensure our applications meet accessibility standards and comply with ADA and WCAG requirements. The role combines software development, accessibility validation, analysis, documentation, and collaboration. As an Accessibility Compliance Support Analyst, your responsibilities will include: Developing and modifying software modules to improve accessibility, including alternative text, keyboard navigation, and semantic structure. Extracting and managing data from files and databases for accessibility-related tasks. Writing and executing test cases to validate screen reader compatibility, color contrast, and keyboard-only functionality. Analyzing requirements and proposing solutions to address accessibility gaps in business processes and software design. Documenting accessibility findings, code changes, and compliance notes throughout the software development lifecycle. Creating training materials and user guides explaining ADA-compliant features to end users. Communicating accessibility findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Researching and staying up-to-date on ADA, WCAG, Section 508, and accessibility best practices.

Requirements

• 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.
• OR completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; 18 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.
• OR completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; 12 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: developing and/or modifying programs for computer applications, performing testing and debugging and assisting with analysis and design including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology specified by the agency in the position description & job posting.
• OR equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA standards, ADA compliance, and accessibility principles.
• Experience with data visualization software (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Qlik).
• Must provide own transportation. Or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Developing and modifying software modules to improve accessibility, including alternative text, keyboard navigation, and semantic structure.
• Extracting and managing data from files and databases for accessibility-related tasks.
• Writing and executing test cases to validate screen reader compatibility, color contrast, and keyboard-only functionality.
• Analyzing requirements and proposing solutions to address accessibility gaps in business processes and software design.
• Documenting accessibility findings, code changes, and compliance notes throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Creating training materials and user guides explaining ADA-compliant features to end users.
• Communicating accessibility findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Researching and staying up-to-date on ADA, WCAG, Section 508, and accessibility best practices.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree