Job Description

Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> Student Affairs -> Centre for Accessible Learning
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date
24 September 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1
Salary Grade
$4,491.00 - $4,630.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Classification
PB8
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm
Start Date
9/26/2025
End Date
11/26/2025
Employee Group:
CUPE 951 - Term
# of Hires Needed
1
Category
Administrative and Support Services, Equity and Human Rights
About this Opportunity
The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada's best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria's diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.


Job Summary
As a unit within the Division of Student Affairs, the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is responsible for providing institutional leadership in the delivery of a comprehensive student-focused accessible learning model and delivers training and education to further the University's commitment to provide equal access to all academic programs. CAL is a core academic support unit for both students and faculty and contributes to the recruitment and retention of students and fosters services and programs that value academic success, inclusion, accessibility, and universally designed environments.


Reporting to the Exam Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the daily operations, coordination, and on-going delivery of UVic's accommodated testing, systems, and procedures. The Accommodated Exam Coordinator works with students, instructors, and various other partners and collaborators to meet the institutional duty to accommodate.


Note that this position will occasionally require working flexible hours during final exam periods due to Saturday exams.


Job Requirements

Experience:

This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to 3 years of experience working within a comparable environment, experience in a post-secondary environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment. Ability to prioritize and manage time/tasks with attention to detail. Ability to problem solve by using judgement, independent thinking and/or analysis. Ability to interpret policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and tailor communication style for different audiences and situations. Experience composing various business communications such as emails, memos, and reports. Experience scheduling meetings and calendar coordination. Experience in maintaining confidential and sensitive information. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff, often in the context of emotional distress and/or crisis. Ability to respond to situations of emotional/health distress or crisis. Escalate situations to the Exam Manager or other campus supports (i.e. counselling services, campus security) as appropriate. Demonstrated service excellence to students and others. Proficiency with computer applications (i.e., MS-Office Suite, Adobe Create Suite, content management systems). Experience in a disability, counselling, mental health, or human service office working with a student population. Knowledge of accommodated exam scheduling (Clockwork) or other complex scheduling software as well as a variety of assistive technology such as Kurzweil and Dragon are an asset. Knowledge of UVic campus and student/faculty support services is an asset.

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

Secondary school diploma or equivalent.

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the L?k?????n (Songhees and X?seps?m/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the L?k?????n and WSANE? Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.


Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

What UVic Offers:

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