Accessibility Advisor
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The Opportunity
Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions Indigenous persons African Canadians other racialized groups persons with disabilities and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily selfidentify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accessibility Services at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Accessibility Advisor
What youll do
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager Accessibility Services the Accessibility Advisor is responsible for the comprehensive planning implementation and monitoring of individualized academic accommodations for students with disabilities ensuring MSVUs compliance with its legal duty to accommodate. This role involves conducting thorough assessments of student needs identifying alternative methods for student participation in learning environments determining appropriate and reasonable accommodation and collaborating closely with instructors to facilitate implementation. Accessibility Advisors work directly with students on a oneonone basis and are tasked with independently making accommodation decisions providing funding support and referring students to appropriate assistive technologies.
The Accessibility Advisor is additionally responsible for monitoring understanding and interpreting trends and developments in the disability field and for flexibly and creatively translating those developments when appropriate into institutional policies and procedures; increasing campus awareness of disability as a facet of diversity and furthering the integration of disability considerations into the Universitys culture and practices; ensuring the removal of barriers and that students with disabilities are receiving equitable access to education.
What youll need
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a university degree with a minimum of two years of directly related experience in a service environment (PostSecondary and/or student services preferred) with direct experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
The skills necessary in working with students with disabilities Deaf and Neurodivergent persons working with faculty; requiring negotiation conflict resolution diplomacy tact and sensitivity to ensure that the accommodations and services meet the needs of all stakeholders. Applying sound judgment in the absence of welldefined unambiguous policies and legislation or in the absence of precedence. Skills in active listening and strong studentcentered service building strong internal and external relationships and the ability to adhere to procedures and deadlines are required. The Accessibility Advisor must stay current on everchanging best practices legislation and case law and works in full commitment to equity diversity and inclusion. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and have an aptitude for or previous experience using business enterprise systems such as Colleague and SharePoint.
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Mount Saint Vincent University
A leader in online and experiential learning Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity diversity inclusion and accessibility at the fore MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago 1873 and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest studenttoprofessor ratios across its programs in Arts Science Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security healthy aging literacy nutrition childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq People. www.msvu
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Classification: Permanent FullTime MPA Level 4 Position
Salary: $62958 per annum Step Progression: $62958 to $76958
Start Date: ASAP
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process please let us know.
Applications should include a cover letter and resume. To apply for this position go to www.msvu/careers and follow the online application system. This competition closes on April 11 2025.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
