Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Job Title
LIBRARIES Accessibility Services Assistant
Job ID
73006
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
11/19/2025
Job Type
Limited Term (>12 months)
Close Date
12/07/2025
Employee Group
Unifor Unit 1, Staff
Favorite Job
Department
Library Services & Facilities
Salary Grade/Band
Grade 6
Salary Range
$22.94 - $36.83 (hourly)
Contract Duration
12.2 Months
Hours per Week
35
Posting Details
Schedule
7 hours per day / 35 hours per week
Monday to Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Education Level
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field.
Career Level
Requires a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Job Description
Anticipated start date: Monday January 12, 2026
Job Description: JD#: JD00942
General Description:
Responsible for obtaining and creating course materials in accessible formats for students with disabilities. Monitor and oversee the day-to-day operation of the accessible lab space in the Library and provide assistance to users in the lab.
Representative Duties & Responsibilities:
Supervision:
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures for short-term staff (may include staffing for short-term needs).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field.
- Requires a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
What McMaster has to Offer:
In addition to joining a Top Ranked University, McMaster offers a very competitive Total Compensation Package that includes, but not limited to:
- Employer Paid benefits such as Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-ofCountry Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance.
- Progressive paid annual vacation plan.
- Training, coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Employee tuition assistance for continuous development and education.
- Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning.
How To Apply
To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
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to communicate accommodation needs.
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