"Advisor in Accessibility Services"

Hamilton, New Zealand and 1 more

JOB DESCRIPTION

About the role - About the role

Primarily based on our Hillcrest Campus you will be responsible for the coordination and co-development of support services aimed at improving academic achievement and retention rates for students with disabilities. You will work collaboratively across the wider University to positively contribute to students’ personal development, well-being and support their overall engagement with study to help achieve academic success. 

Using your highly developed interpersonal and communication skills you will assess, liaise, advise and advocate for our students with disabilities while they engage in their studies. You will ensure our students’ accessibility to an inclusive learning environment and provide support where needed to enhance their academic success. 

This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week. Salary will be in the range of $66,698 to $79,256 per year based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. 

For more information on the role please see the position description here, or for a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Terry Johnston, Accessibility Services Team Lead, on email: terry.johnston@waikato.ac.nz 

Who are you? - Who are you?

In addition to your experience working with people with disabilities and/or mental health concerns with a focus on crisis intervention, while having an excellent understanding of their needs and how to provide support while also being sensitive to their cultural needs.

You will be highly organised, a skilled communicator and ability to be calm in challenging situations. A tertiary qualification along with demonstrated work experience in the management of a health and disability service is essential and experience working in a tertiary education setting would be preferred.

You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to a positive team culture.  You will be able to demonstrate excellent administrative and computing skills in addition to experience in analytical and report writing. You will also need a valid clean driver’s licence.

Who are we? – Who are we? 

The Student Services Division provides a comprehensive range of relevant student services which support teaching, learning and research and enrich the Waikato student experience. The work of the Division comprises the following student services: administration processes from enrolment through to graduation, enquiry management, pastoral care, international student services, health, accommodation, counselling, disabilities support, career development services, high performance student management, maintenance of student data and academic records, credit transfer, Tauranga campus administration, student surveys and student complaints and appeals.

Why should you apply? - Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success! Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students, and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

The University is committed to the goal of providing equal success to all

Applications Close on July 10, 2024

Requisition Number 1001746

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JOB INFO

• Job Identification
• 1001746
• Job Category
• Student Services
• Posting Date
• 06/18/2024, 09:23 PM
• Apply Before
• 07/10/2024, 04:59 AM
• Degree Level
• Bachelors Degree
• Job Schedule
• Full time
• Locations
•  Hillcrest Campus
•  Tauranga CBD Campus