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

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Brandon University in Brandon, Manitoba, invites applications for a part-time Clerk 5, Office Assistant in Student Accessibility Services to support exam coordination and general administrative duties. The role involves processing exam requests, preparing materials, updating databases, scheduling staff, handling confidential information, and providing courteous service to internal and external clients.

A Grade 12 plus Office Administration diploma and at least one year of related experience are

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade 12, plus a two–three year Office Administration diploma, and one year of related clerical experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; strong organizational and problem-solving skills; excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external customers and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and administer exams according to policies and procedures.
• Process exam request forms and obtain test materials from faculty; prepare alternate format materials.
• Set up assistive technology for student accommodations; handle confidential materials; maintain databases and prepare reports.

Skills

Office administration

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Grade 12

Office Administration diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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

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.

Human Resources
Room 337, Clark Hall
270 - 18th Street
Brandon, Manitoba
R7A 6A9