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Scotiabank Associate, Digital Accessibility Specialist in Toronto, Ontario
Associate, Digital Accessibility Specialist
Requisition ID: 198200
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.
Reporting to the Group Manager, Digital Accessibility, the Associate, Digital Accessibility Specialist will be responsible for running accessibility testing on our web and mobile platforms. They will support the software build teams to create accessible and inclusive web and mobile applications for our clients. They will follow established methodologies but will recommend ways to improve them and validate the evolution of these methods before the changes are shared with our internal partners. They will learn from an established team and develop a deep expertise of the platforms, processes and tools we use to advance the vision of digital accessibility throughout the bank.
Is this role right for you?
Performs accessibility testing of our digital products including websites and mobile apps.
Completes standards conformance reporting in relation to testing activities.
Recommends improvements to internal reporting, testing processes and tools.
Works with the rest of the digital accessibility team to build and evolve accessibility test plans and tools.
Validates new testing methodologies and tools prior to release to internal partners.
Provides regular status updates and call out risks and issues to release and project timelines.
Maintains an in-depth and up-to-date understanding of the organization’s products, applications, systems, environments, processes and tools.
Learns and leverages new tools and methodologies for Accessibility Quality Assurance, on a continuous basis.
Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.
Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?
Thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with multiple concurrent projects.
2+ years experience with automated and manual accessibility testing websites, web-based applications, and mobile applications.
Self-motivator; able to grasp concepts quickly with minimal supervision, take ownership of problems and follow them through to completion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with outstanding attention to detail.
Understanding of the web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, 2.1, 2.2.
Working knowledge of at least one of the assistive technologies our customers might use such as screen readers or voice input systems.
Able to effectively communicate accessibility issues in software and how to fix them.
Knowledge of disabilities and how they effect software usage.
International association of accessibility professionals (IAAP) certification is an asset.
What’s in it for you?
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.
Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.
Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!
Work arrangements: Hybrid
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Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, pleaseclick here (https://www.scotiabank.com/careers/en/careers/technical-support-for-applicants.html) . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.