2026 – 27 – Clerk 5, Office Assistant, Part-time, Term – Student Accessibility Services

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Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on November 6, 2026

Job Vacancy Number: 2026 – 27 (169)
Employee Group: MGEU
Classification: Clerk 5, Office Assistant
Department: Student Accessibility Services
Type of Position: Part-Time, Term *See note below
Hours of Work: 17 hours per week (inc. evenings and weekends)
Wage or Salary: $29.33 per hour
Start Date: November 16, 2026
Probation or Trial Period: Minimum of 6 months to a 12 month maximum
Date Issued: November 2, 2026

Duties and Responsibilities:

We are looking for a part-time Office Assistant to support the Student Accessibility Services office by coordinating, scheduling, and administering exams according to established policies and procedures including processing exam request forms; obtaining test/exam materials and direction from faculty; preparing alternate format material and setting up assistive technology for student accommodations. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing confidential material; developing and maintaining databases; preparing statistical reports; preparing and reconciling grant applications; completing appropriate work for specialized services; scheduling and coordinating submission of timesheets for student staff; responding to general inquiries; preparing relevant programming materials for SAS faculty; booking rooms for SAS programming and exams; updating the website as directed; maintaining office supplies and equipment; and other relevant duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Qualified applicants must possess a minimum of Grade 12, plus a two – three-year Office Administration diploma, and one (1) year of related clerical experience, or a combination of relevant experience and education.

To be successful in this term, the preferred candidate must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite; possess excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. The successful candidate must be able to work collaboratively and effectively with both internal and external customers and be able to shift focus and work on multiple competing priorities effectively and efficiently. Excellent customer service skills are a must.

*NOTE*

This is a part-time 6-month term position from November 2026 – May 2027. Hours of work may include shifts during evenings and weekends.

Skill based testing may be required. This position is subject to a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. These checks must be submitted in accordance with the Policy in order to maintain employment.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.