Accessibility Specialist, Accessibility Services JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position Information: Location New Westminster Campus
Salary Range
Hourly: $52.41-$114.65/hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,947. Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement. The Opportunity Douglas College is looking for an Accessibility Specialist to join the Accessibility Services team. Accessibility Services advises the college on disability issues, facilitates individual accommodations for students, and works collaboratively to identify and remove barriers in the learning environment. The team consists of Specialists who plan accommodations for students with disabilities and staff who provide exam accommodations, accessible course materials, communication access, and assistive technology accommodations. Accessibility Services is part of the Student Affairs and Services department and helps students access and navigate other services such as Counseling, Advising, Financial Aid, Indigenous Services, and Student Life.
Who We Are
Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better. Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
What We Offer
- We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. Transit-accessible campuses Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions Competitive salaries Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions Professional Development funding Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes For more benefits information, click here! WHAT IT TAKES Douglas College is looking for an Accessibility Specialist to join the Accessibility Services team. Accessibility Services advises the college on disability issues, facilitates individual accommodations for students, and works collaboratively to identify and remove barriers in the learning environment. The team consists of Specialists who plan academic and clinical accommodations for students with disabilities and staff who provide exam accommodations, accessible course materials, communication access, and assistive technology accommodations. Accessibility Services is part of the Student Affairs and Services department and helps students access and navigate other services such as Counseling, Advising, Financial Aid, Indigenous Services, and Student Life. The Accessibility Specialist position is for a 4-month contract with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will work Mon-Fri, primarily at our New Westminster campus, with an option for work from home one day a week. Regular work may include daytime and evening hours. Workload is assigned each year based on available work. The Accessibility Specialist coordinates accommodations and support services for students with disabilities. This includes:
- Evaluating diagnostic, educational, and interview data
- Meeting with students to discuss the impact of their disability and determine appropriate accommodation for classes and clinical placements
- Consulting with instructors to determine how accommodations may be provided within regular course expectations and objectives
- Advising and supporting students with accessibility and advocacy needs and referrals
- Maintaining, storing, and sharing confidential disability and accommodation information
- Conducting meetings with students, faculty, and other service providers Accessibility Specialists also contribute to team efforts and initiatives that enhance services for students with disabilities in response to ongoing change and development in the field. This includes collaborating with college faculty, staff, and administration to improve accessibility across the college. To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A Master’s degree in Educational Psychology or equivalent discipline such as Special Education, Psychology, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Health Sciences, or Disability Studies
Position Title
Accessibility Specialist, Accessibility Services Anticipated Start Date 07/13/2026 End Date 11/13/2026 Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes
How To Apply
- Open Date 06/08/2026 Close Date 06/19/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Important Note Qualified internal applicants must apply by June 19, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting. SHARE THIS POSTING https://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/15364 EQUITY STATEMENT Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you first find out about this employment opportunity? Douglas College Careers Site LinkedIn Indeed Social Media (Facebook, Instagram) Personal Referral Agency Referral Professional Association Website Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN) Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) Douglas College CareerHUB Career Fair or Other Hiring Event Other Glassdoor
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- If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit? Yes No Not Applicable
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- Employees are required to report to the college in person, promptly and reliably, as required by their position. To meet this obligation, they must reside within a commutable distance to the college for the duration of their employment. Please confirm that you can fulfill this requirement. Yes, I can fulfill this requirement No, I cannot fulfill this requirement Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter References with Contact Information Transcripts and/or Credentials Optional Documents
