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UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies Change Request Section 508 Specialist in Lanham, Maryland
Overview
Change Request Section 508 Specialist (IRS):
Bowhead is seeking a Section 508 Specialist to provide Assistive Technology program support for the Information Resources Accessibility Program (IRAP) Section 508 office. The Section 508 Program Office is an organization within the US Department of the Treasury's, Office of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that provides agency wide support Assistive Technology (AT) as a reasonable accommodations and technical Section 508 guidance for IRS projects and Agency initiatives. The candidate will provide Section 508 technical guidance and support to the Section 508 Program Office which is responsible for implementing IT solutions as a part of their System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) activities.
Responsibilities
The Section 508 Specialist will support the 508 Change Request Team and other pertinent Section 508 initiatives. Change Requests (CRs) are undertaken for all new software or significant releases that the IRS is considering for inclusion in its software portfolio. The responsibilities of the Section 508 Specialist include, but are not limited to:
Extracting and reviewing 508 documentation
Validating the provided Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) for accuracy and preparing assessment reports for the evaluated CR
Providing remarks on VPAT discrepancies, IRAP comments, and workarounds for any criteria that fail to meet standards
Verifying the risk classification and compliance level of the CR
Updating stakeholders with findings and maintaining regular communication via email regarding the status and final assessment of the CR
Collaborating on the CR review process during daily meetings to reach a consensus on assessment outcomes, risk levels, and compliance results
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Programming, or a related field is preferred
Strong background in Information Technology, particularly with network-based systems
Experience in software development or testing
Proven experience reviewing VPAT or Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs)
Comprehensive knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and other relevant accessibility standards
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to passan IRS Minimum Background Investigation (MBI). US Citizenship is a requirement for a MBI clearance at this location.
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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2024-20903
Category Information Technology
Location : Location US-MD-Lanham
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust (NAC)
Minimum Clearance Required Public Trust (NAC)
Travel Requirement Less than 10%