Accessibility Specialist

2 months ago


Edmonton, Canada NAIT Full time

**NOTE: This is a full time, temporary position, ending on or before October 31, 2023, with the possibility of extension. This position will also provide support when required at both our Patricia and Souch Campuses.**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Support coordination and delivery of exam services and accommodations for students with disabilities
- Invigilate exams ensuring exam integrity and security is maintained by adhering to NAIT assessment standards and procedures
- Support the acquisition, production and maintenance of alternate formatted exams and course reading materials
- Provide technical support related to the assistive technology used in exam delivery
- Prepare and maintain accurate examination and assessment schedules, across all campuses
- Maintain confidentiality of student information and follow FOIP standards
- Document and track student exams and activities for third party auditing requirements and government reporting purposes
- Respond diplomatically and empathetically to student concerns; resolve issues that may arise while invigilating exams
- Collect, organize, and record data

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Significant knowledge in the operation of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Outlook and Microsoft Teams
- Knowledge and experience with databases, learning management systems, and student administration systems such as PeopleSoft
- Knowledge of assistive technology and software, such as TextHelp-ReadWrite.
- Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and customer service skills
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and use creative problem-solving skills
- Good understanding of the Alberta Human Rights legislation and duty to accommodate
- Good understanding of learning challenges encountered by students
- Proficiency in conducting work in a virtual capacity

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum post-secondary diploma required
- Minimum 1-year related experience in an administrative capacity; preference given for experience in a post-secondary environment

**Remuneration**: $1,745.26 - $2,178.73 biweekly plus a comprehensive benefit package. (Classification - Student Advisor I).
- This position is covered by the AUPE (Alberta Union of Provincial Employees) Collective Agreement._

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 11 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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