Accessibility Specialist

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Idea Theorem™ Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Title: Accessibility Specialist

Location:
[Hybrid/Remote)

Experience:
5–8 years

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Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Accessibility Specialist
to lead and support accessibility compliance initiatives across our digital platforms. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in accessibility auditing, inclusive design, and compliance with standards such as
AODA
and
WCAG 2.1 Level AA
. This role ensures that our products and content are usable by everyone, including people with disabilities.

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Key Responsibilities:


• Evaluate and audit digital properties (websites, applications, documents, and multimedia) for compliance with AODA
,
WCAG 2.1 Level AA
, and related accessibility standards.


• Provide detailed accessibility assessments and recommendations for design, content, and development teams.


• Partner with UX, design, and engineering teams to embed accessibility into all stages of product development.


• Conduct user testing and assistive technology evaluations to validate accessibility.


• Prepare and maintain accessibility documentation and compliance reports.


• Develop and deliver accessibility awareness and training sessions to internal teams.


• Stay current on evolving accessibility laws, standards, and technologies.

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Qualifications:


• 5–8 years of professional experience in digital accessibility, usability testing, or inclusive design.


• Strong understanding of accessibility guidelines and frameworks, including AODA, WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508
, and other relevant standards.


• Experience with accessibility evaluation tools (e.g., Axe, Wave, JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver).


• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and ARIA best practices for accessible design.


• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

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Certification Requirement (Mandatory):

The Accessibility Specialist must hold at least one of the following certifications:


• Formal training or certification in AODA/WCAG 2.1 Level AA


• Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)


• Equivalent recognized accessibility certification

  • Documentation of certification must be provided.

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