Website and Accessibility Specialist

Full Job Description

The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates’ qualifications, within the $75,000-$100,008 annual range. There is career salary growth beyond this starting range for the successful candidate.


Why work for OFM
The Office of Financial Management OFM) serves as the backbone of Washington state government. Our mission is to make our state a better place by connecting people, budgets, policies, data, and systems for state agencies and the Legislature. Our team includes budget advisors, researchers, and other experts, all dedicated public servants working towards an equitable future for every Washingtonian. If you want to play a key role in enhancing how state government serves its citizens, you’ve found the right place. Join us in making a meaningful difference for every Washingtonian!

The job opportunity

Join our dynamic Communications team as a Website and Accessibility Specialist, where you will drive the digital presence of Washington state’s core financial agency.

In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level technical expertise and day-to-day management for our primary web platforms, including ofm.wa.gov and the Inside OFM SharePoint site.

You will serve as the essential link between our Communications team, OFM affiliate agencies, and agency website vendors, while also empowering our internal community of content editors through dedicated support and training.

Your contributions will be central to our communication strategy as you write and edit engaging web content, analyze performance metrics to guide senior leadership, and manage GovDelivery, our email outreach platform.

Beyond content, you will champion digital inclusivity as the agency’s accessibility specialist, providing expert guidance on web standards and PDF remediation to ensure our resources are accessible to everyone.

If you are a collaborative problem-solver passionate about building seamless, accessible, and data-driven digital experiences, we invite you to apply through GovernmentJobs.

What you’ll work on

• Manage daily operations of OFM’s external websites and intranet, and support affiliate web platforms.
• Support, train, and coordinate with web content editors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely publication of content.
• Oversee content publishing workflows, reviewing and approving website updates to ensure quality, consistency, usability, and alignment with agency policies and brand standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison to ITSD, WaTech, and external web vendors to coordinate system enhancements, troubleshoot issues, and implement technical solutions.
• Track, analyze, and report website and email analytics, translating data into actionable insights and performance recommendations.
• Develop and implement data-informed recommendations to improve user experience, information architecture, and overall digital strategy.
• Lead agency efforts to ensure digital accessibility compliance, including web accessibility guidance and PDF remediation support.
• Serve as the agency’s GovDelivery system administrator, overseeing account configuration, subscriber management, compliance controls, and performance analytics, and providing strategic guidance on email communications best practices.
• Support administration, usability improvements, and content strategy for Inside OFM (SharePoint) to ensure effective internal communications.
• Coordinate and publish emergency digital communications, including alerts, homepage banners, and time-sensitive updates.
  
  

What we need you to bring
Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated professional experience managing websites and digital communications within communications, public relations, marketing, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in website administration, including content management, web accessibility, governance, analytics, and working knowledge of HTML.
• Demonstrated ability to implement user-centered digital strategies that prioritize usability, accessibility, and service to both external and internal audiences.
• Demonstrated experience applying digital accessibility standards and regulations, including ADA, Section, and/or W3C WCAG guidelines.
• Proficiency in web content management systems (e.g. Word Press, Drupal, or similar platforms).
• Working knowledge of SharePoint administration and content governance.
• Experience writing and editing for the web using Plain Talk principles and accessibility best practices.
• Experience using web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to evaluate performance and inform recommendations.
• Working knowledge of basic HTML and search engine optimization (SEO) fundamentals.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desired Qualifications:

• Postsecondary education in web development, web design, web/multimedia management, communications, marketing, or a closely allied field
• Understanding of various customer and stakeholder groups, including the Governor's senior staff, Legislature, state agencies, human resource professionals, and job seekers.
• Understanding of the functioning of state government, the legislative system, and individual state agencies.
• Awareness of the Governor’s priorities and the ability to align digital communications strategies with executive direction.
• Demonstrated design skills, including visual layout, branding consistency, and user-centered digital presentation.
• Experience supporting or managing social media communications.
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and process improvement tools.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have transferable experience, please share it with us or contact us with questions about the required qualifications and how your experience aligns with them.

Additional Information

What we offerAt OFM, we foster a culture of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences, believing that diversity makes us stronger.

To support your health and well-being, we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees.Please visit our Recruitment site for a full list of employee benefits.

Here’s a quick glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers:

• A culture that values and strives to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 12 paid holidays, 14 paid vacation days (minimum), and 12 days of sick leave per year
• State retirement programs

Application Process: Once you’ve decided to apply for a state government job, you’ll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications. Keep in mind that once you submit the application, a real person will read it. We do not use AI or other technology to screen your application. Please ensure you provide clear, detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

When completing your application, please attach all of the following required documents:

• Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
• Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
• References: at least three professional references and their current contact information.

Questions: OFM's Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard-of-hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please email us at TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov.

The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.