Digital Accessibility Strategy & Advisory SME
AMA CONSULTING LLC., Grand Rapids, Michigan, us, 49528
AMA Consulting, LLC, a Maryland-based Limited Liability Company, provides a range of analytical, acquisition, and business management support services to federal agencies. AMA Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Join a dynamic team of forward-thinking professionals in our growing company.
Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Digital Accessibility Strategy & Advisory
The Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports enterprise digital accessibility initiatives by providing strategic guidance, program planning support, and executive-level advisory services. This role focuses on developing accessibility strategy, phased implementation plans, and sustainable program approaches aligned with federal accessibility requirements and WCAG standards. The SME will collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to define priorities, translate audit findings into actionable plans, and provide ongoing advisory support to ensure accessibility goals are achievable, measurable, and scalable across digital platforms.
Key responsibilities include:
Accessibility Strategy & Program Planning Develop phased accessibility strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans aligned with organizational needs and compliance goals.
Establish prioritization frameworks to help stakeholders sequence accessibility work based on risk, user impact, feasibility, and regulatory urgency.
Support planning for enterprise-wide accessibility adoption across websites, applications, and digital assets.
Executive Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement Provide high-level advisory support to leadership and cross-functional teams on accessibility planning, resourcing, and decision-making.
Facilitate stakeholder sessions to align expectations and drive consensus around strategy, scope, sequencing, and program objectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to accessibility leads and internal champions to support long-term sustainability.
Program Enablement & Operational Support Support development of implementation approaches, operating models, and resource plans to strengthen long-term accessibility program capability.
Provide guidance on documentation needs, communication planning, and reporting for accessibility program activities.
Collaborate with technical teams and other support roles to ensure end-to-end alignment from planning to execution.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Minimum of
10 years of experience
supporting accessibility strategy, compliance initiatives, or enterprise digital programs.
Strong knowledge of
Section 508 , ADA considerations, and
WCAG 2.1 AA / WCAG 2.2 AA .
Demonstrated ability to translate technical accessibility findings into clear, actionable roadmaps and executive-ready documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
Detail-oriented, able to work independently, proactive team player.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks within restricted timeframes.
Bachelor’s degree in business, information technology, communications, human-centered design, or related field.
Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment in a fully remote position.
Preferred skills include:
Accessibility certifications (e.g.,
CPACC, WAS, DHS Trusted Tester , or similar).
Experience supporting public sector programs or regulatory-driven digital compliance initiatives.
Experience facilitating complex stakeholder sessions and aligning cross-functional teams.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED:
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Public Trust clearance at this location.
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Accessibility Strategy & Program Planning Develop phased accessibility strategies, roadmaps, and implementation plans aligned with organizational needs and compliance goals.
Establish prioritization frameworks to help stakeholders sequence accessibility work based on risk, user impact, feasibility, and regulatory urgency.
Support planning for enterprise-wide accessibility adoption across websites, applications, and digital assets.
Executive Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement Provide high-level advisory support to leadership and cross-functional teams on accessibility planning, resourcing, and decision-making.
Facilitate stakeholder sessions to align expectations and drive consensus around strategy, scope, sequencing, and program objectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to accessibility leads and internal champions to support long-term sustainability.
Program Enablement & Operational Support Support development of implementation approaches, operating models, and resource plans to strengthen long-term accessibility program capability.
Provide guidance on documentation needs, communication planning, and reporting for accessibility program activities.
Collaborate with technical teams and other support roles to ensure end-to-end alignment from planning to execution.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Minimum of
10 years of experience
supporting accessibility strategy, compliance initiatives, or enterprise digital programs.
Strong knowledge of
Section 508 , ADA considerations, and
WCAG 2.1 AA / WCAG 2.2 AA .
Demonstrated ability to translate technical accessibility findings into clear, actionable roadmaps and executive-ready documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
Detail-oriented, able to work independently, proactive team player.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks within restricted timeframes.
Bachelor’s degree in business, information technology, communications, human-centered design, or related field.
Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment in a fully remote position.
Preferred skills include:
Accessibility certifications (e.g.,
CPACC, WAS, DHS Trusted Tester , or similar).
Experience supporting public sector programs or regulatory-driven digital compliance initiatives.
Experience facilitating complex stakeholder sessions and aligning cross-functional teams.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED:
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Public Trust clearance at this location.
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