Accessibility Resource Coordinator

ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCE COORDINATOROffice of the Dean of Students UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including tuition waivers.  DUTIES:Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Accessibility Resource Coordinator (ARC) supports student success by coordinating accessibility services and accommodations for students with disabilities. Working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners, the Accessibility Resource Coordinator (ARC) develops individualized accommodation plans, coordinates assistive technologies and support services, monitors student progress, and promotes an inclusive, accessible, and culturally responsive learning environment. The ARC will maintain regular consultation with colleagues and service providers who work directly with students to support student success and ensure the effective implementation of accommodations. The incumbent will also maintain accessibility resources, support the implementation of Student Accessibility Services policies and best practices, build relationships with internal and external partners, and contribute to student orientation, awareness initiatives, and other projects that enhance accessibility and inclusion across UCN.  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, including accommodation planning and implementation• Knowledge of assistive technologies, accessibility services, and learning strategies• Experience working with adult learners in an educational environment• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and related technologies• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team• Knowledge of current theories, principles, and best practices in adult education and accessibility• Proficient in cultural and inclusive practices• Strong communication and interpersonal skills• Effective time management skills• Commitment to life-long learning  ASSETS:• Experience working in a post-secondary education environment• Certification or professional development related to accessibility, inclusion, or disability services• Knowledge of current accessibility legislation and standards• Experience with adaptive and assistive learning technologies• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures Conditions of Employment:• Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check• Valid Class 5 driver's license as occasional travel is required• Occasional work on evenings and weekends Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories and homelands of many Indigenous peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously maintained homelands in northern Manitoba since time immemorial. The First Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into treaty relationships with the Crown (within our region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -- and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has also become home to other Indigenous peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation, and learning. COMPETITION TYPE: Open Competition to PublicCOMPETITION NUMBER: 26-080CLOSING DATE: August 4, 2026SALARY RANGE: $68,863 to $88,343 per annum plus remoteness allowance if applicablePOSITION CLASSIFICATION: Planning and Program Analyst 2POSITION LOCATION: Thompson, ManitobaPOSITION TYPE: Full-Time Regular Position