Hi again All
I used to do a lot of report writing using SAS in various ways to pull
and present data. This was while I could officially see and probably
needed to be more assertive about the words "reasonable accommodations.
I kind of stopped trying to write code when I started needing a screen
reader, but I am still very interested in the same topics as when I was
working moredirectly in the field.
SAS has long history of statistical packages running on LOTS of
platforms and is often used also in academic and research environments.
So I think working on accessibility with them would be HUGELY rewarding
and important. But based on the kinds of things I deal with now around
data presentation, visualization, analysis, there are also some hard
challenges.
The other point SAS is a great company with lots of contracts in
government, medical, pharmaceutical, banking industries. So making a
difference about accessibility at SAS would have huge ripples.
But what if one does not want to move to Cary NC or one would hesitate?
SAS has LOTS of local offices and I would encourage anuyone involved
with education or referrals related to jobs and technology to reach out
to SAS both to see whetehr there might be local connections and to
have open channels about how important this work is.
There. Enough soapbox for this morning.
Dorene Cornwell..
Seattle WA
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I would be interested as long as they are in Los angeles ca. From:
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Where are they located? What state/city?
========================================Terri Hedgpeth, Ed.D.Director
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Subject: Re: [VICUG-L] [Jobs] open position at SAS? Hi Peter and All
Thank you so much for forwarding this message.
Here is the main corporate website for SAS. I did not poke around to see
how well it behaves but it really is a COOL company if anyone knows
someone interested in data and analytics.
http://www.sas.com/en_us/home.html?gclid=Cj0KEQjwo7auBRCOtoqn_s-G7aMBEiQA
xArNrCp8Ga2BEczq3u-UGjGNePC_dk9wJtV0EzBrPw3HTzwaAjnb8P8HAQ&keyword=sa
s&matchtype=e
I used to work with SAS products before I lost too much vision so in
some ways I would be thrilled to work in this job. In ohter ways, what
they are asking for is huge and not straight forward.
But I am going to email anyway and would encourage others who know
people who might have the right expertise to think about also emailing.
DoreneC
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Subject: [VICUG-L] [Jobs] open position at SAS? Original Message ------
From: Jeanine Kay Lineback via Jobs <[log in to unmask] Subject: [Jobs]
open position at SAS? Date sent: Fri, 14 Aug 2015 13:52:11 -0500 The
following job opportunity just came across my desk. If you aren��
interested, perhaps you know someone who is. Below the email for the
job posting, I pasted the details listed when you go to the job
posting. From: Ed Summers [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: Friday,
August 14, 2015 9:37 AM To: Ed Summers Subject: Recommendation for open
position at SAS? Hello Friends, We just posted a job opening for
an Accessibility Tester on the SAS accessibility team. We are looking
for someone that uses assistive technology on a daily basis. I know
that many of you have worked with outstanding students in the past that
are now in the workforce. I would greatly appreciate it if you could
scan your memories for the students that stood out as rock stars. Some
of the hard requirements are tech-savvy, great communication skills,
and a Bachelors degree. Please feel free to share this email or send
me their name and contact info. Here�� the link to the job posting:
https://sas.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en
<https://sas.taleo.net/careersection/10000/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&
job=20008291> &job=20008291 The position will be open for a few
days or a few weeks at most. Candidates must apply online using the
link above to be considered for the position. Best, Ed -- Ed
Summers Senior Manager, Accessibility and Applied Assistive Technology
Got data? Get SAS ��THE POWER TO KNOW www.sas.com/accessibility
[log in to unmask] Job Description Development Tester-20008291
Description The mission of the SAS accessibility team is to enable
people of all abilities to access the power of analytics. We are
creating innovative technology that enables students and professionals
with disabilities to analyze data, gain insights that drive scientific
discovery, and make timely informed decisions in the business world.
Learn more at www.sas.com/accessibility. As a tester on the SAS
accessibility team, you will use your knowledge of users with
disabilities, accessibility standards, and assistive technologies to
improve SAS products, documentation, training, and support materials.
Primary responsibilities: list of 7 items ��Test SAS products during
development and report accessibility defects using SAS��defect tracking
system. ��Share test results with customers using the Voluntary Product
Accessibility Template (VPAT) and similar forms. ��Collaborate with
designers and developers to create interactions that delight all SAS
users. ��Collaborate with development and product managers to
prioritize accessibility defects and features. ��Collaborate with
technical writers to share information with end users in the form of
product documentation, videos, and/or white papers. ��Share your
accessibility subject matter expertise with SAS RD staff. ��Perform
other duties as assigned. list end Qualifications Essential
qualifications: list of 4 items ��Bachelor's degree in Computer
Science or a related quantitative field. ��Excellent working knowledge
of at least one screen reader such as VoiceOver, JAWS, or NVDA. ��
Intimate understanding of the ways that people with disabilities use
technology. ��Excellent working knowledge of accessibility standards
such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) or the Section
508 Information and Communication Technology Guidelines. list end
Additional qualifications: list of 5 items ��Familiarity with agile
development practices and testing techniques. ��Excellent written
communication skills and a proven ability to communicate complex
concepts clearly in writing. ��Excellent verbal communication skills
and a proven ability to establish productive working relationships. ��
Proven ability to work productively alone or in teams. ��Proven ability
to identify and complete the most important tasks in a fast-paced work
environment. list end Preferences: list of 5 items ��Experience
using SAS products. ��Experience writing code using at least one modern
programming language. ��Experience with web technologies and web
component libraries. ��Experience with at least one accessibility API.
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