Date Posted: November 22, 2022

Posting Deadline: December 6, 2022

Department: Fred Smithers Centre

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation: APC Group. Group 3 ($44,875 - $57,835 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Exam Accommodations Administrator to join our Fred Smithers Centre team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace (Hybrid Flex)
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Student Accessibility, the Exam Accommodations Administrator is responsible for test and exam accommodations, both in person and virtually. They will:

• Receive all test and exam requests from students, liaise with faculty and coordinate accommodations and scheduling.
• Ensure test(s) and exam(s) through the Fred Smithers Centre have been adapted to meet the required accommodations, i.e. use of specialized software and/or adaptive technology - Kurzweil, Kurzweil files, JAWS screen reader, enlarging tests, and setting up Dragon files. Enlarge documents when needed.
• Recruit, train and supervise student invigilators and peer notetaking staff, inclusive of conducting interviews and payroll management.
• Collect daily statistical information from test and exam requests.
• Participate and organizes ongoing projects and new initiatives.
• Provides accessibility support to faculty, and promotes inclusion of students with disabilities.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Exam Accommodations Administrator, you will have:

• An Undergraduate degree.
• Minimum 1 years directly related experience.
• Experience using specialized software and/or adaptive technology.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Knowledge and understanding of disability issues.
• Ability to work flexible hours including Saturdays and evenings, as required.
• Ability to work in a virtual environment as required.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

*Our administrative offices are closed from December 23, 2022 to January 4, 2023. Review of applications will resume in January 2023*

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].