Carleton University’s Paul Menton Center for Persons with Disabilities based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Exam accommodations support coordinator. Carleton University’s Paul Menton Center for Persons with Disabilities supports students with disabilities in their academic pursuits. It offers accommodations, resources, and advocacy services to ensure equitable access to education. Through personalized support and collaboration with faculty, the center promotes inclusivity and empowers students to achieve their academic goals. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

Job Description:

Employer Name: Carleton University
Department: Paul Menton Center for Persons with Disabilities
Position: Exam accommodations support coordinator
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $64074.00 – $70040.00 Yearly
Employment Type: Term/Assignment
Job Category: Administrative
Employee Group: CUPE 2424
Location: 1125 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6, Canada
Shift: 35 Hours Per Week
Job ID: J0324-0236

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Three-year undergraduate degree or college diploma
Experience: Candidates should have five years of progressively responsible administrative experience at a college or university

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience providing support services to persons representing all disability groups and should demonstrate proficiency with exam accommodations and have experience working with MEC
• The candidates should possess excellent knowledge of modern office/business practices and technology, general knowledge of university organization and procedures, and thorough knowledge of examination regulations and procedures
• The candidates should have the ability to assist with the technical needs of students accessing various adaptive software systems, including JAWS, Kurzweil, Read & Write, Dragon Naturally Speaking, and others
• The candidates should have an understanding of Human Rights Legislation, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and institutional obligations in the post-secondary setting and demonstrate in-depth problem-solving and forward-thinking skills to anticipate complex problems with no definitive answer and adapt individual solutions
• The candidates should be able to maintain and develop positive working relationships, resolve misunderstandings or conflicts and should fulfill the unique needs of student clientele, providing quality service while upholding university policy and essential requirements of a degree or course
• The candidates should possess a combination of professionalism, empathy, knowledge of various disabilities, interpersonal skills, and administrative ability
• The candidates should have the ability to assist with exam accommodation scheduling and complexities surrounding them, including maintaining a professional relationship with faculty

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to coordinate logistics for exam accommodations for students with Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), medical, psychiatric, and other disabilities
• The candidates should be able to liaise between PMC Disabilities Coordinators and staff in the McIntyre Exam Centre (MEC) to ensure exam accommodation requirements are met
• The candidates should be able to communicate with and advise faculty, support staff, and others in the broader community concerning the exam accommodation process at Carleton University
• The candidates should be able to promote awareness of the needs of students with disabilities and maintain a comprehensive familiarity with university programs and policies
• The candidates should be able to support other PMC services and perform other duties as required

How to apply:

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