Multiple Openings – Digital Accessibility Consultants (Government Proposal Team)

Multiple Openings – Digital Accessibility Consultants (Government Proposal Team) Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099) / Subcontractor Location: Remote (U.S. Candidates Preferred) Employment Status: Contingent Upon Government Contract Award About the Opportunity HTS is assembling a team of highly qualified Digital Accessibility professionals to support an upcoming government proposal for a large public university. Please note: This opportunity is contingent upon HTS being awarded the contract. Selected professionals may be invited to participate in proposal development, interviews, and future task orders if an award is received. We encourage both individual consultants and small accessibility firms to apply. Teaming arrangements and subcontracting partnerships are welcome. We are seeking multiple subject matter experts with diverse backgrounds in digital accessibility, accessibility law, higher education, accessibility technology, compliance, and organizational strategy. Current Openings We welcome applications from professionals with expertise in one or more of the following: Digital Accessibility Consultant Digital accessibility assessments Accessibility strategy Accessibility governance Accessibility roadmap development Web Accessibility Specialist WCAG 2.1 AA (or newer) Website accessibility audits Application accessibility reviews User testing Accessibility remediation guidance Document Accessibility Specialist PDF remediation Microsoft Office accessibility Accessible document workflows Digital media accessibility Accessibility Compliance Consultant Experience with: ADA Title II Section 504 Accessibility compliance programs Risk mitigation Accessibility policy development Accessibility Procurement Consultant Experience reviewing: VPATs Accessibility Conformance Reports Software accessibility Technology procurement processes Accessibility Training Specialist Experience developing or delivering: Accessibility workshops University training Faculty/staff education Executive presentations Organizational change management Accessibility Program Manager / Strategist Experience leading: Enterprise accessibility programs Governance structures Strategic planning Accessibility maturity assessments Cross-functional implementation Accessibility Legal Consultant (Preferred) Preferred qualifications include: Juris Doctor (JD) Accessibility law ADA compliance Section 504 Regulatory interpretation Policy review Preferred Certifications Candidates possessing one or more of the following are encouraged to apply: IAAP CPACC IAAP WAS IAAP CPWA DHS Trusted Tester Section 508 Certification Deque University Certifications Other recognized accessibility certifications Preferred Experience Experience supporting: Higher education institutions State or local government Healthcare organizations Public sector organizations Large enterprise organizations Qualifications Ideal candidates will have experience with one or more of the following: ADA Title II Section 504 WCAG 2.1 AA (or newer) Digital Accessibility Governance Accessibility Strategic Planning Accessibility Policy Development Accessibility Assessments Accessibility Risk Assessments Technology Procurement Reviews VPAT Evaluations Digital Document Accessibility Media Accessibility Accessibility Training Barrier Reporting Accessibility Program Development To Apply Please submit: Resume or CV Brief summary of your digital accessibility experience Relevant certifications LinkedIn profile (if available) Portfolio, sample work, or project summaries Availability Desired hourly rate Three relevant projects completed Compensation Compensation will be negotiated based on experience, certifications, and the scope of work assigned. But feel free to state desired compensation Work is anticipated to be performed remotely under independent contractor (1099) or subcontractor agreements. About HTS HTS is a government contracting firm focused on delivering innovative technology, consulting, and professional services to federal, state, local, and educational organizations. We partner with experienced subject matter experts to deliver high-quality, compliant, and mission-focused solutions that help public-sector clients achieve measurable results.