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MTA Headquarters

Accessibility Strategist

New York, NY

$93K - $105K/yr

Chief Accessibility Officer WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway FULL/PART-TIME FULL SALARY RANGE: $93,986 - $105,734 DEADLINE: Until filled This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day ...

Ballinger Memorial Hospital

TX

... accessible, and fiscally responsible healthcare services to the community. Benefits: Ballinger ... The COO provides strategic leadership, ensures compliance with CAH regulatory requirements ...

Ballinger Memorial Hospital

TX

... accessible, and fiscally responsible healthcare services to the community. Benefits: Ballinger ... The COO provides strategic leadership, ensures compliance with CAH regulatory requirements ...

Solar Mason

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

We're pioneering solar energy solutions from Scranton, PA, and are passionate about making renewable energy both accessible and efficient. We are seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our ...

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care

COO

Punta Gorda, FL · On-site

$125K - $155K/yr

The COO will partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, accessible, compliant, person-centered, and financially sustainable services while ...

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How much do chief accessibility officer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 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 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.

What is a Chief Accessibility Officer job?

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.

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Infographic showing various Chief Accessibility Officer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,511 per year, or $80.1 per hour.
Accessibility Strategist

Accessibility Strategist

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

New York, NY • On-site

$132K - $171K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Metropolitan Transportation Authority rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 132 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 76 rated public transport

Job description

Job ID: 15926
Business Unit: MTA Headquarters
Location: New York, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Chief Accessibility Officer
Date Posted: May 28, 2026
Description
JOB TITLE:
Accessibility Strategist
DEPT/DIV:
Chief Accessibility Officer
WORK LOCATION:
2 Broadway
FULL/PART-TIME
FUL L
SALARY RANGE:
$ 93,986 - $ 105,734
DEADLINE:
Until filled
This position is eligible for teleworking , which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Opening:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
Position Objective:
This role is intended to bolster in-house technical expertise within the accessibility team and to improve the team's ability to execute on the Chair and Chief Accessibility Officer's shared vision of accessibility. This job will boost the team's ability to secure and administer strategic, innovative pilot programs that will influence the MTA's long-term accessibility policy. The job will also boost the team's technical and analytical capacity, offering more strategic guidance/policy recommendations to increase Reduced Fare ridership across the system.
Using data and collaboration across the MTA's operating divisions, the employee will advance innovative accessibility initiatives and help make the subway, bus, and commuter rail systems more efficient and appealing for customers with disabilities.
Responsibilities:
  • Work with the Chief Accessibility Officer and deputies to develop a long-term accessibility strategy and long-term plan for the Authority. Manage execution of priority items in its strategy, and regularly report on progress and milestones to internal and external stakeholders including the MTA Board, advocacy and community groups, elected officials, other agencies, and the media.
  • Help drive MTA's accessibility strategy, priorities, and approach based on available and potential funding opportunities, in consultation with departmental management and/or senior management. Make recommendations for accessibility policy and procedural changes and support implementation of such changes.
  • Convene and facilitate regular meetings with operating agencies (e.g., NYCT LIRR, MNR, B&T) to build both buy-in for accessibility projects and an understanding of operational barriers to prospective project implementation. Ensure operating partners are prepared to administer grants upon receipt for timely and successful execution.
  • Develop and executive initiatives to improve customer wayfinding/navigation in coordination with MTA operating and IT departments.
  • Lead community engagement efforts and public meetings, and prepare presentations of MTA policies, plans and programs to riders, advocacy groups, the MTA Board and other stakeholders. The position will also lead efforts to coordinate with city, state, and federal agencies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards
  • May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
  • Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
  • Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
  • Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable
  • Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

Required Qualifications:
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures.
  • Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Must possess excellent team building, listening, problem solving, and prioritization skills
  • Must have focus and ability to deliver on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement
  • Ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies.
  • Ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Prior experience working in a diverse setting and with individuals with a broad range of abilities is ideal.
  • Excellent organization, analytical, and communications skills
  • Strong knowledge of the ADA, State and local accessibility regulations and requirements
  • Ability to collaborate with senior management across the spectrum of an organization while advocating for customer-centric voice and tone.

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) i n engineering, urban studies, geography, transportation science, urban planning, economics, business, public administration, political science, or related fields
  • Minimum 3 years related experience or
  • Minimum 2 years plus a master's degree

The Following is/are preferred:
  • Master's degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in engineering, urban studies, geography, transportation science, urban planning, economics, business, public administration, political science, or related fields

Other Information
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial
Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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