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How much do chief accessibility officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief accessibility officer in the United States is $166,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,000.00 and $195,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chief accessibility officer?

A Chief Accessibility Officer (CAO) is a senior executive responsible for overseeing an organization's accessibility strategy, ensuring that products, services, and workplace environments are inclusive for people with disabilities. They work across departments to implement accessibility policies, advocate for inclusive design, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. The CAO collaborates with leadership, employees, and external stakeholders to drive accessibility culture and innovation. Their role is essential in fostering an equitable environment and enhancing user experiences for all individuals.

What are some common challenges faced by chief accessibility officers, and how do they address them?

Chief Accessibility Officers often encounter challenges such as gaining executive buy-in for accessibility initiatives, addressing legacy systems that are not inclusive, and ensuring consistent compliance across multiple teams. They typically meet these challenges by conducting thorough accessibility audits, providing ongoing training, and collaborating closely with technology, design, and human resources departments. Regularly engaging stakeholders and advocating for accessibility as a core business value also helps drive organization-wide change. These efforts are vital to create environments where accessibility is integrated into every aspect of the organization’s work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the chief accessibility officer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chief Accessibility Officer, you need expertise in accessibility laws and standards (such as ADA, Section 508, or WCAG), experience in program management, and a background in driving inclusivity initiatives. Familiarity with digital accessibility testing tools, assistive technologies, and relevant certifications like CPACC or WAS are highly valued. Exceptional communication, leadership, and change management skills set top candidates apart in this field. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring organizational compliance, driving cross-functional improvements, and championing a culture of accessibility.

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Infographic showing various Chief Accessibility Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,511 per year, or $80.1 per hour.

Digital Accessibility Specialist, Office of Equal Opportunity & Civil Rights

University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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210th of 622 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Office of Equal Opportunity & Civil Rights seeks candidate for the position of Digital Accessibility Specialist.
As a critical member of the Office of Equal Opportunity & Civil Rights team, the Digital Accessibility Specialist serves as a subject matter expert on the university's strategic efforts to provide accessible information and communications technology (ICT) to the university community. Reporting to the University Chief Accessibility Officer, this position works in collaboration with key partners to assist in a collective effort to proactively and systemically address University ICT accessibility, ensure compliance, and improve the usability of ICT resources and related services. The Specialist exercises high levels of decision making in order to provide guidance and support to the University community. This position is hybrid, with one day per week in person.
Responsibilities
  • Provide advice to assist schools, offices, and departments in meeting University policy IRM-008, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990 as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the DOJ Title II final ruling on Digital Accessibility, Virginia code § 2.2-35, and other federal and state laws and regulations related to digital accessibility.
  • Collaborate with university partners in assessing and evaluating the accessibility of digital assets and services in use, as well as those being developed, considered for acquisition, or implemented;
  • Review and assess third-party vendor Accessibility Conformance Reports, including the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT);
  • In coordination with supervisor, provide guidance, and feedback to schools, departments and units in understanding their obligations under the applicable laws and University policies listed above; as well as to developers and vendors of digital content, services, and applications on accessible design and development practices;
  • Provide guidance in digital accessibility tools and training to University schools and units;
  • Serve on University committees related to digital accessibility, as assigned;
  • Maintain knowledge of current accessible development practices and trends to serve as one of the university's subject matter experts, and staying updated on accessibility solutions;
  • Review and audit University websites using various tools and provide feedback and solutions to relevant stakeholders to address any accessibility or usability issue;
  • Dependent on funding, supervision of student employees for document remediation efforts;
  • Assist the ADA Team in responding to contacts and barrier reports;
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems or related field. Relevant experience may be substituted for degree.
Experience: Two years of relevant experience, to include the development of accessible websites, applications, and/or evaluating products for digital accessibility.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WAI-ARIA
  • Working knowledge of the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Section 508 and other disability laws regarding ICT accessibility
  • Experience testing for accessibility barriers and use of common accessibility evaluation tools
  • Experiences with digital office and workspace tools, including Microsoft Office and PDF accessibility
  • Working knowledge of document remediation, such as PDF, LaTeX, and other document types common in higher education.
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of privileged information and adhere to applicable privacy laws

Preferred Qualifications
  • Three or more years of experience producing high-quality accessible websites, applications, or evaluating products for digital accessibility
  • Significant front end web development experience
  • Experience with assistive technology, including but not limited to, screen-reading software, screen-reading magnification software, speech to text software, text to speech software, and alternative input devices
  • Understanding of Universal Design for Learning and Instructional Design and knowledge of digital tools for teaching and learning
  • International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) certified, or similar certification
  • Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and a strong understanding of accessibility-related issues

Physical Demands
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The hiring range is $85,000-90,000, commensurate with education and experience.
This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .
This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 1 day on grounds per week, with additional on-site presence as needed, in accordance with UVA's remote work guidelines.
To learn more about UVA and in the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA .
Application review will begin after August 3, 2026.
Background checks will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
How to Apply
Please apply online , by searching for requisition number R0085788. Complete an application with the following documents:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website .
Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.
For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Senior Recruiter, sxv9zv@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .

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The University of Virginia is distinctive among institutions of higher education. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819, the University sustains the ideal of developing, through education, leaders who are well-prepared to shape the future of the nation.

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