WCTS, an SDVOSB, is seeking an Administrator/508 Specialist for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), who will be supporting their Office of Information and Technology (OIT). The Senior Graphic Designer will be focused on the goal of the OIT – which is integrating a Vision for Digital Transformation, which guides everything the organization does in support of the VA’s priorities and the goal to become the best IT organization in government for the Veterans they serve. 

The Administrator/508 Specialist will work on an interdisciplinary team to ensure that VA OIT media and published works comply with disability and accessibility requirements (section 508 standards). The ideal candidate will have experience within interdisciplinary teams and have consulting experience in contracting or industry. 

OIT seeks sophisticated, creative, strategic communication expertise that is familiar with complex IT system development and delivery for wide-ranging communication. This communication is far-reaching on VA public-facing platforms. OIT seeks expertise in strategic communication specialties. Knowledge areas of the ideal candidate include; strategic communication content creation, marketing and public relations, Congressional communication, and graphic design/accessibility of digital communication. 

This contract is contingent upon award. 

If awarded, the beginning of employment will be April 30, 2024. 

This is a 3-year possible contract award (2024-2026). 

Salary: 60-70k/year 

Travel: up to 25%, mostly local 

Hours: within 8-5 business hours; full-time work 

Location: Work will be split between Washington, DC; Fredericksburg, VA; and remote. 

Citizenship: Ability to obtain an NACI clearance with written inquiries; US Citizen 

Job Description (Includes, But Not Limited To:) 

• Ability to work within a high pace environment for compliance needs. 

• Assist various VA OIT departments with 508-compliance needs and accessibility requirements. 

• Provide expert feedback to teams on compliance needs. 

• Collaborate and coordinate with designers/multimedia specialists. 

• Provide on-site, rapid response support for OIT leadership, as needed. 

Essential Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS/BFA/BBA) 

• 2 years of related experience. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to assist other creative team members with design and completion of graphics. 

• Expertise in full accessibility of digital communication products (not just ADA Section 508 compliance). 

• Provide surge support capability for emergent communication needs during times of unscheduled high operational tempo. 

• Adobe design skills and other relevant industry technologies. 

• Knowledge of and skilled in using current industry software/plugins around 508-compliance. 

Beneficial Requirements: 

• Knowledge of design principles. 

• 508 Trusted Tester certification. 

• Past government contracting work. 

• Experience in instructional design/related media. 

• Consultant experience within interdisciplinary teams. 

About Us 

WCTS attracts the most highly motivated and qualified professionals. We appreciate the importance of high caliber professionals and offer an attractive salary and benefits package that includes industry leading Medical, Dental, life and Disability Insurance; 401K with a 6% employer match, paid time off, and holidays to ensure the highest quality of life for our employees. Qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. WCTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WCTS participates in e-Verify.