Job Summary

The Centre for Accessibility Services (CAS) Manager provides leadership, overall
direction, planning and administration of CAS to ensure that persons with disabilities
have access to UFV programs and services. In addition to management duties, the
manager also serves as an Accessibility Advisor.

In collaboration with the Associate Director, the incumbent participates in defining
strategic goals for the CAS and develops, implements, and maintains policies and
procedures related to the delivery of services for students with disabilities.

The manager oversees and maintains numerous budgets and funding sources that
support that overall operation of the Centre for Accessibility Services. The incumbent
liaises with internal and external partners and stakeholders to maintain and improve
services to students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., Adult Education, Social Work) or a related discipline (e.g. Psychology, Sociology, Communications).
• Five (5) years of experience working with adults with a disability, preferably in an educational setting.
• A teaching credential or certification, related to the aforementioned degree, is considered an asset.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Computer literacy and experience with adaptive technologies is essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
• Flexible and skills at managing the intricacy of a busy multi-dimensional work environment that is student-centered.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently.
• Possess personal attributes that facilitate teamwork and the development of effective working relationships with a wide range of students, faculty, staff and community members.
• Able to take initiative, exercise good judgement, and make appropriate decisions.
• Experience in dealing with crisis and conflict management.
• Able to work occasional evenings and travel to other UFV campuses as required.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.