GDOT Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist

TekWissen • Atlanta, GA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking a detail-oriented Web Developer / Web Accessibility Specialist for its Office of Strategic Communications / Digital Services team. The role supports efforts to audit, remediate, and maintain web content and digital assets across GDOT's online channels to meet ADA Title II, WCAG 2.1 AA/2.2, and Section 508 requirements. The position involves work with Microsoft SharePoint and front-end web technologies, as well as accessibility issues involving web pages, electronic documents, and embedded media.

Under direct supervision, the specialist designs, codes, tests, modifies, and debugs software. The role includes conducting accessibility audits and remediation, testing new and existing content, maintaining and developing SharePoint pages and components, and working with content creators, communications staff, IT personnel, and vendors to promote accessibility best practices. The assignment is temporary, hybrid, based in Atlanta, Georgia, and scheduled from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, Graphic/Digital Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 2 years of professional experience as a Webmaster, Front-End Developer, or Web Accessibility Specialist.
• Hands-on experience managing and developing within Microsoft SharePoint Online and SharePoint Server.
• In-depth knowledge of ADA Title II requirements, WCAG 2.1/2.2 Level AA guidelines, WAI-ARIA standards, and Section 508.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive framework concepts.
• Knowledge of PDF remediation tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro DC and accessible document creation in Microsoft Office.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple compliance projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical accessibility guidelines to non-technical users.
• Willingness to share expertise and help develop internal processes for ongoing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and automated accessibility audits of GDOT public websites, portals, and web applications using tools such as Siteimprove and AccessiBe.
• Remediate non-compliant HTML, CSS, JavaScript, interactive tools, and web structures across digital channels.
• Ensure web-published assets—including PDFs, videos, forms, graphics, presentations, photos, and GIS maps—comply with WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508.
• Assist with accessibility testing of new and existing content.
• Work with content creators, communications staff, IT personnel, and third-party vendors to enforce accessibility best practices.
• Manage, maintain, and update web pages and custom components in GDOT's SharePoint environment.
• Create and modify SharePoint templates, web parts, page layouts, and CSS/JavaScript integrations to support accessibility compliance.
• Implement appropriate ARIA roles, landmarks, and semantic HTML structure within SharePoint pages.
• Share accessibility expertise and support internal process development for continued compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level