508 Document Specialist – Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.

About Applied Pavement Technology, Inc.

Applied Pavement Technology, Inc. (APTech) is a full-service pavement engineering consulting firm that provides effective solutions for the design, evaluation, maintenance, and rehabilitation of roadway and airport pavements. Since its founding in 1994, APTech has worked with clients at the state, Federal, and local levels in the United States and abroad, and we are a recognized leader in our industry. It helps its clients identify cost-effective strategies that reduce the overall life-cycle cost of preserving the pavement network while incorporating the latest pavement-related designs and technologies into organizational practice.

About the Role

Applied Pavement Technology, Inc. (APTech) is seeking a part-time 508 Document Specialist to join itsTechnical Support Services (TSS) Group. Ideally, this position will work out of APTech’s corporate office in Urbana, Illinois with the potential for a hybrid or work-from-home schedule based on the candidate’s location and experience.

The ideal applicant demonstrates strong attention to detail with experience formatting and remediating documents and other products for 508 compliance and quality, while simultaneously managing multiple projects and deadlines. In addition, the 508 Document Specialist should have a strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as part of a group.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities will be 508 Compliance Remediation and document quality reviews, but the position offers a wide variety of work tasks. These additional work activities include supporting other areas such as document formatting, copyright compliance, and editorial reviews. The individual in this position will be expected to:

• Remediate content for 508-compliance using methodical methods, a strong attention to detail, and a high degree of focus.
• Review and remediate documents, presentations, spreadsheets, websites, and e-learning content for WCAG AA, IS0, and Section 508 compliance standards using manual checks, screen readers, and 508 software tools.
• Conduct quality reviews on APTech deliverables to check formatting and consistency.
• Work within APTech’s TSS Group process to ensure all stages of review are completed and approval processes are followed.
• Work with the TSS Group to update internal guidance and templates that aid authors in using accessible practices at all stages of development.
• Learn, use, and maintain APTech, agency, industry, and Federal guidance/checklists as
  appropriate to produce high-quality products that adhere to contractual requirements.
• Support copyright compliance reviews on an as-needed basis.
• Communicate with the TSS Group members, the TSS Group Manager, and other APTech staff to streamline processes as appropriate.
• Practice time management and multitasking skills.
• Work both independently and within teams to meet deadlines.
• Support other TSS Group and Administrative team tasks as requested.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in an applicable field, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant Section 508 document remediation or 508 web accessibility experience or
  certification.
• Strong organizational, time management, written, and verbal communication skills with
  superior attention to detail.
• Ability to work the hours necessary to meet internal and external needs and deadlines.
• Proven advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Experience with CommonLook PDF remediation software, InDesign 508’s, HTML, or CSS is advantageous.
• Copyright compliance or editorial experience is beneficial.
• Experience working with Federal, State, and local agencies may be helpful.

Preferences

• Trusted Tester Certificate

Benefits and Wellbeing

APTech offers highly competitive compensation and benefits packages aimed at meeting the needs of employees and their families. The company believes in a work-life balance that allows its members to achieve their long-term personal and professional goals. APTech supports this balance by providing the following:

• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Equity Participation Plan (Annual Bonus)
• Annual Technology Stipend (including cell phone and home internet reimbursement)
• Personal and Professional Development
• Service Appreciation Awards
• Opportunity for advancement

How to Apply

Please visit www.appliedpavement.com/careers and select the 508 Document Specialist
posting. For reasonable accommodations, please feel free to send a request to
[email protected] or call (217)-239-5371.