Accessibility Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment platform accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

Last updated: January 15, 2025

Derive Recruiting is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our platform is accessible to all users.

Our Accessibility Commitment

We believe that everyone should have equal access to career opportunities and recruitment services. Our commitment to accessibility includes:

Standards Compliance

  • WCAG 2.1 AA compliance target
  • ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance
  • Section 508 compliance for government users
  • EN 301 549 European accessibility standard

Ongoing Improvements

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • User feedback integration
  • Continuous platform updates
  • Staff training and awareness

Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

  • High contrast color schemes and text
  • Scalable fonts and responsive design
  • Alternative text for all images
  • Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
  • Clear visual hierarchy and structure
  • Color-blind friendly color palettes

Audio Accessibility

  • Video content with closed captions
  • Audio descriptions for visual content
  • Transcripts for audio and video content
  • Volume controls and audio preferences
  • Visual notifications as audio alternatives
  • Screen reader compatibility

Motor Accessibility

  • Full keyboard navigation support
  • Large clickable areas and buttons
  • Customizable interaction timeouts
  • Voice control compatibility
  • Touch-friendly interface design
  • Drag-and-drop alternatives

Cognitive Accessibility

  • Clear and simple language
  • Consistent navigation and layout
  • Progress indicators and status updates
  • Error prevention and clear messaging
  • Customizable text size and spacing
  • Reduced motion options

Assistive Technology Support

Our platform is designed to work with a wide range of assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

  • NVDA (Windows)
  • JAWS (Windows)
  • VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
  • TalkBack (Android)
  • ORCA (Linux)

Other Tools

  • Voice recognition software
  • Eye tracking devices
  • Switch navigation systems
  • Magnification software
  • Color contrast analyzers

Known Accessibility Issues

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Currently known issues include:

Areas Under Improvement

  • Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible to screen readers
  • Complex data tables could benefit from better structure
  • Video content is being updated with improved captions
  • Form validation messages are being enhanced for clarity

We are actively addressing these issues and welcome feedback from users with disabilities.

Accessibility Testing and Validation

We regularly test our platform for accessibility using multiple methods:

Automated Testing

  • axe-core accessibility testing
  • WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluator)
  • Lighthouse accessibility audits
  • HTML validation and semantic markup checks

Manual Testing

  • Keyboard-only navigation testing
  • Screen reader compatibility testing
  • Color contrast verification
  • User testing with people with disabilities

Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback from users with disabilities and are committed to addressing accessibility concerns promptly.

How to Report Issues

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567 (Accessibility Support Line)

Online Form: Use our contact form and select "Accessibility Issue"

Response Time

  • Accessibility issues: 48 hours
  • General accessibility questions: 72 hours
  • Feature requests: 1 week
  • Emergency accessibility issues: Same day

Information to Include

  • Description of the accessibility barrier
  • Assistive technology being used
  • Browser and operating system
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Contact information for follow-up

Alternative Formats and Accommodations

We provide alternative formats and accommodations upon request:

Available Formats

  • Large print documents
  • Braille materials
  • Audio recordings
  • Plain text versions
  • High contrast versions
  • Simplified language versions

Accommodations

  • Extended time for assessments
  • Alternative interview formats
  • Sign language interpreters
  • Assistive technology support
  • Flexible communication methods
  • Personal assistance coordination

Legal Compliance

Our accessibility efforts comply with applicable laws and regulations:

United States

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • WCAG 2.1 AA compliance

International

  • EN 301 549 (European Standard)
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

Contact Information

For accessibility-related questions, concerns, or requests:

Derive Recruiting

Accessibility Team

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567 (TTY: +1 (555) 123-4568)

Address: 123 Recruitment Street, Business District, City, State 12345

Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Updates to This Statement

We will update this accessibility statement as we continue to improve our platform and address user feedback. The "Last updated" date will reflect the most recent changes to this statement.