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October 12, 2024

University of Regina

Regina

FULL TIME


Accommodations Officer

Faculty/Department Student Affairs Unit SA - Student Wellness Centre Employee Group URFA APT Collective Agreement Consideration Open with preference given to APT members. CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Staff Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary
Are you passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment that allows every student to feel taken care of? Join us as our new (term) Accommodations Officer!

The Accommodation Officer manages accommodation support for students with permanent and/or temporary disabilities. This includes advising and being a point of contact for Faculty and staff regarding accommodation needs and provisions in compliance with human rights legislation, LAFOIPOP, and current case law.

In addition, this office liaises with outside support agencies to provide students with opportunities not currently available on campus (i.e. government funding for disability-related educational supports etc). The Accommodations Officer performs typical actions such as assessing each student’s barriers and providing professional recommendations for assistive technology that would best assist the individual.

What You’ll Do:
  • Play a key role in maintaining collaborative relationships between Student Accessibility, Students, Faculties, and Instructors.
  • Collaborative needs assessment of students with disabilities through consideration and interpretation of third-party documentation and through interviews with students and other involved individuals, as required.
  • Guide and support to students with disabilities from pre-entry through graduation.
  • Recommend academic and physical accommodations to be provided by the University to ensure that the health, safety, and learning environment of the students are appropriate in light of the identified disability(ies).
  • Communicate with instructors to ensure understanding of specific accommodation implementation.
  • Maintain and update confidential student records routinely and systematically.
  • Plus More: Be ready to take on additional related tasks as assigned – your role is dynamic and essential to our success!


Why Join Us? At the University of Regina, we’re more than just a campus – we’re a community! Join our team and enjoy:
  • Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to creating a better environment for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Professional Growth: We support your development, offering opportunities for advancement and learning.
  • Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and know your personal life is most important!
  • Dynamic and Inclusive Workplace: We value diversity and inclusivity. You’ll be part of a team that celebrates different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, making every day an opportunity for personal growth.
  • Innovation Culture: We encourage fresh ideas and innovative thinking.
  • Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation package and benefits to reward your talent. A few of these benefits include Health/Dental/Vision Benefits, flexible spending account, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, and much more! Join our team today and help every student at the University of Regina feel at home!
Position Requirements
What You’ll Bring to this Position:
  • Undergraduate degree in an applicable discipline
  • Minimum of 2 years experience working in a university setting and/or providing support services to people with disabilities.
  • Combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills That Will Ensure Your Success in the Role:
  • Significant experience working directly with counselling.
  • Knowledge of the Saskatchewan Human Rights Code and LAFOIPOP considered an asset.
  • Experience working with persons with physical, psychiatric, and/or learning disabilities.
  • Knowledge of legislation, Duty to Accommodate, and human rights law as it applies to education.
  • Experience working with various technology
  • Knowledge of Community supports
  • In depth understanding of the University of Regina’s policies and procedures.
  • Awareness of methods for supporting vulnerable groups in a student service environment.
  • Experience working with students with diverse needs and knowledge of appropriate campus.
Physical Demands Pay Grade APT 4 Salary Range $64,796 - $87,436 Annually. Status Term Work Hours
Monday to Friday 8:15am – 4:30pm, with flexibility to include limited evening and weekend commitments.
Duration (if Term/Temporary) 2 years, with possibility of extension or becoming permanent Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information

Contact Information

Job Open Date
10/11/2024

Job Close Date
10/17/2024

Open Until Filled
No

Special Application Instructions
We know imposter syndrome can get in the way, so please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you. Submit your application today!

Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

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