UI​/UX Designer II

Job Category: UI/UX Design

Job Type: Onsite

Job Location: Madison, Wisconsin

Compensation: Depends on Experience

W2: W2-Contract Only;
Applications on a C2C basis will not be considered for this role.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is undertaking an enterprise-wide Accessibility initiative to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. This role will focus on defining, documenting, and implementing accessibility and mobile-friendly standards across 300+ custom applications developed within a Microsoft .NET environment. The UI/UX Designer II will lead efforts to ensure public-facing and internal applications meet accessibility, usability, and mobility requirements, including compliance with ADA and Section 508 standards.

The position works closely with Application Development Supervisors, the DNR Application Architect Lead, and Web Services teams to define standards, implement testing strategies, and ensure long-term compliance.

• Develop and document UI/UX standards, processes, and guidance for .NET custom applications, ensuring WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.
• Conduct accessibility reviews and testing of existing and new applications using approved tools.
• Create and maintain templates, wireframes, and mockups to support accessible and mobile-friendly design.
• Develop minimal but effective accessibility and mobility test scenarios for use in SDLC processes.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure compliance across browsers, platforms, and devices.
• Maintain inventory of accessibility findings and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Define ongoing compliance monitoring processes and accessibility metrics.
• Provide accessibility consultation and testing guidance to development teams.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and manage tasks within Azure Dev Ops.
• Conduct presentations and communicate new standards across DNR teams.
• Analyze legislative and policy changes impacting accessibility requirements.
• Ensure deliverables align with DNR branding, security, and federal/state compliance requirements.

• 7+ years advanced experience designing accessible, mobile-friendly web applications meeting WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
• Strong front-end expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Angular.
• 2+ years experience documenting and implementing organizational accessibility and usability standards.
• 4+ years hands-on experience using accessibility testing tools such as Lighthouse, Axe Dev Tools, NVDA, ARIA, JAWS, ANDI.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe XD and Figma (wireframes, user flows, prototypes).
• Advanced experience testing across browsers, devices, and platforms.
• Experience working in a Microsoft .NET environment (ASP.NET, MVC, C#).
• Knowledge of universal design principles.
• Experience with SDLC, IT best practices, and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and UX research skills.
• Excellent documentation, presentation, and communication skills.

• Experience working within government agencies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft tools (SharePoint, Teams, Visio, Excel, etc.).
• UX certifications in accessibility or inclusive design.
• Experience with data metrics, persona development, and user research.