JOB POSTINGS
Position: Timmins Campus Life Coordinator
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/$15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The main duties of the Timmins Life Coordinator are, but not limited to the following:
The successful candidate must be enrolled in at least one academic course per semester, be in good standing and must be physically present in Timmins, ON. Attendance is expected of AUSU Executives at events and programs that support AUSU initiatives. Work hours are flexible and you will be expected to work a minimum of 15 hours/week, some evenings and weekends may be required (virtual accomodations will be provided during covid-19). Remuneration for this role is $15.00/hour, with in lieu hours instead of paid overtime.
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 9, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/$15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The main duties of the Timmins Life Coordinator are, but not limited to the following:
- Each shall be responsible for developing, coordinating and administering the AUSU communication and marketing strategies in conjunction with the AUSU Executive Committee and Communications Officer to maximize members awareness of the union, its objectives, services, events and campaigns for each of their respective campuses.
- Shall act as the liaison between AUSU Timmins, its members and the AUSU Board in Sault ste Marie.
- Shall be signing officer of the AUSU Timmins bank account
- Shall develop annual budgets for the Timmins Campus in coordination with the Executive Committee and under the direction of AUSU staff when needed
- Shall coordinate the programming and delivery of all AUSU events at the Timmins Satellite Campus in conjunction with the AUSU Executive Team and Program Coordinator where necessary
- Shall be responsible for working with the Executive Committee to ensure that all Timmins events/campaigns are planned and executed successfully
- Shall be responsible for working with the Staff Executive Director and Finance and Accounting Technician to ensure all Bank statements, income, expenses and receipts are kept in an organized manner and sent to AUSU Sault Ste Marie, on a monthly basis for bookkeeping.
- Shall maintain the minimum required posted office hours per week within the academic year
- Shall attend weekly executive committee meetings and monthly board meetings as planned
- Complete other duties as required
- Charismatic, outgoing and approachable
- Great communication skills
- Experience in promotion, event planning and budget management
- Organized and accountable
- Strong creative and planning skills
- Commitment to working in a shared leadership role and as a team
- Ability to multi-task, working on more than one project at a time
- Ability to take direction and provide leadership accordingly
- Possess the necessary conflict resolution and problem solving skills
- Possess the ability to see the big picture as well as ability to focus on details when necessary
- Ability to respond well to constructive criticism and work as a team
The successful candidate must be enrolled in at least one academic course per semester, be in good standing and must be physically present in Timmins, ON. Attendance is expected of AUSU Executives at events and programs that support AUSU initiatives. Work hours are flexible and you will be expected to work a minimum of 15 hours/week, some evenings and weekends may be required (virtual accomodations will be provided during covid-19). Remuneration for this role is $15.00/hour, with in lieu hours instead of paid overtime.
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 9, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
Position: Food Pantry Coordinator
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ $15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The main duties of the Food Pantry Coordinator are, but not limited to the following:
Other Duties:
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ $15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The main duties of the Food Pantry Coordinator are, but not limited to the following:
- Establish working partnerships with local community organizations such as Harvest Algoma, the SCSU Emergency Food Bank, and other social service and food security groups to share knowledge of food, culture and place on traditional territory, our understandings of where food comes from, demonstrate our needs as a community of students, staff, faculty and neighbors, and to aid in the fight against food insecurity.
- Solicit and process donations, manage donor relationships, explore new opportunities for funding, coordinate with other staff to prepare reports and/or applications for funding
- Coordinate and schedule logistics to procure food donations and delivery to pantry storage and distribution locations
- Train and oversee a team of student volunteers to keep pantry operational through the week
- Report on pantry stock inventory vs utilization rates and work with AU administration and various student groups to address food security needs on the Main campus in addition to offering support to establish similar programming on Satellite Campuses.
- Maintain complete, accurate and timely records of donor contacts, proposals, tasks and other details and record information in a spreadsheet or CRM program
- Provide appropriate, effective and timely responses to donor requests and questions
- Work with Finance Coordinator and AUSU GM to provide; period financial and activity reports
- Work with Communications Officer and AUSU Staff to assess and report on the effectiveness of donor communication strategies as well as maintain consistent branding and outreach to cliental
- Work with VP Campus Affairs and other partners to organize and promote fundraising initiatives and events, research trends and best practices for Food Bank advocacy and operations
- Research CRA regulations and requirements to gain charitable status for donations and issuing charitable donation receipts
- Assist with developing a mentorship program to educate, reduce stigma and increase outreach; instill confidence and increase interest in food security and community development career opportunities for AU Students
Other Duties:
- Shall be consulted and engaged to perform any other duties that are in the best interest of AUSU as approved and/or mandated by the Board, its By-laws, policies, and/or members.
- Shall serve a maximum of 150-300 hours over the Summer / Fall and/or Winter Semesters as required by your Academic department to recieve credits for your placement course (Applicable only to those wishing to use this position as a placement)
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
Position: Food Pantry Support Worker
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ Paid by Honorarium
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The duties and responsibilities of the Food Services Support Placement Student shall include but not be limited to:
Other Duties:
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ Paid by Honorarium
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The duties and responsibilities of the Food Services Support Placement Student shall include but not be limited to:
- Logging inventory of food items that come from Harvest Algoma, grocery shops or other donation sources
- Checking calendar for appointments
- Cleaning and organizing the workspace
- Reviewing client orders and packaging food items
- Assist with planning with fundraising events and execution
- Checking expiring dates on food packaging, and ensure proper disposal or repurposing of food items near expiration date
- Replenishing items with low stock and rehoming or returning overstock items to food donors
- Portioning and repackaging food items from larger to smaller bags
- Helping to unload harvest hauls
- Create social media content and print material to be approved by Pantry Coordinator
- Follow safe food handling practices and guidelines provided
- Adhere to Covid-19 safety protocols and guidelines provided
- Assist coordinator with recruiting and training new student volunteers to keep pantry operational through the week
- Report on pantry stock inventory vs utilization rates and work with AU administration and various student groups to address food security needs on the Main campus
- Provide suggestions and improvements for pantry operations, inventory, donors and policies
Other Duties:
- Shall be consulted and engaged to perform any other duties that are in the best interest of AUSU as approved and/or mandated by the Board, its By-laws, policies, and/or members
- Shall serve a maximum of 150-300 hours over the Fall and Winter semesters as required by your Academic department to receive credits for your placement course
(Applicable only to those wishing to use this position as a placement)
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
Position: People's Garden Coordinator
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ $15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
AUSU is seeking a Service Coordinator, a one-year contracted staff position whose purpose is to oversee the logistics, planting, harvesting and operations of The People’s Garden, in addition to the planning and execution support for fundraising and food security campaigns on the Main Algoma U Campus located in SSM.
The duties and responsibilities of the shall include but not be limited to:
● Shall serve a minimum of twentyy (20) hours per week in the summer/planting and harvesting months and 10-15 hours for the duration of the Fall and Winter semester
● Shall perform any other duties that are in the best interest of AUSU as approved and/or mandated by the Board, its By-laws, policies, and/or members.
Qualifications:
● Must be enrolled in a post secondary degree in program such as Community Economic & Social Development, Geography, Biology, Environmental Science or other related program
● Must be an passionate about gardening and hold a minimum of 1 year of experience working or volunteering
● Must be eligible to legally work in Canada
● Experience in a supervisory role and team leadership skills is an asset
● Comfortable working independently, remotely and in an outdoor and office setting
● Preference will be given to currently enrolled Algoma University students first and secondly recent graduates
How to apply:
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST. This one-year contract position offers a Competitive Base Wage of $15/Hour plus a flexible work environment and an Extended Healthcare & Dental Benefit Package. A contract extension will be considered based on performance. Only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. AUSU is an equal opportunity employer who offers a diverse work environment. Applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ $15 an hour
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
AUSU is seeking a Service Coordinator, a one-year contracted staff position whose purpose is to oversee the logistics, planting, harvesting and operations of The People’s Garden, in addition to the planning and execution support for fundraising and food security campaigns on the Main Algoma U Campus located in SSM.
The duties and responsibilities of the shall include but not be limited to:
- To oversee the operations of The People’s Garden, an AU volunteer-ran community garden
- Establish working partnerships with local community organizations, the AUSU Food Pantry, and other social service and food security groups to share knowledge of food, culture and place on traditional territory, our understandings of where food comes from, demonstrate our needs as a community of students, staff, faculty and neighbours, and to aid in the fight against food insecurity.
- Solicit and process donations, manage donor relationships, explore new opportunities for funding, coordinate with other staff to prepare reports and/or applications for funding
- To coordinate procurement of supplies and logistics for planting and harvesting of the garden
- Assist with coordinate and schedule logistics to procure fresh food donations and delivery to pantry storage and distribution locations
- Train and oversea a team of student, faculty and community volunteers to keep the garden operational throughout the summer and fall, and conduct planning, training and outreach initiatives in the winter
- Report on yields vs utilization rates and work with AU administration and various student groups to address food security needs on the Main campus in addition to offering supports to establish similar programming on Satellite Campuses.
- Maintain complete, accurate and timely records of donor contacts, proposals, tasks and other details and record information in a spreadsheet or CRM program
- Provide appropriate, effective and timely responses to donor requests and questions
- Work with Finance Coordinator and AUSU Executive Director to provide; period financial and activity reports for funding and planning purposes when necessary
- Work with Communications Officer and AUSU Staff to assess and report on the effectiveness of donor communication strategies as well as maintain consistent branding and outreach to cliental
- Work with VP Campus Affairs and other partners to organize and promote fundraising initiatives and events, research trends and best practices for Community Garden advocacy and operations
- Research CRA regulations and requirements to gain charitable status for donations and issuing charitable donation receipts
- Assist with developing a mentorship program to educate, reduce stigma and increase outreach; instill confidence and increase interest in food security and community development career opportunities for AU Students
- Plan meetings and oversee The People’s Garden committee and attend AUSU board meetings when necessary
● Shall serve a minimum of twentyy (20) hours per week in the summer/planting and harvesting months and 10-15 hours for the duration of the Fall and Winter semester
● Shall perform any other duties that are in the best interest of AUSU as approved and/or mandated by the Board, its By-laws, policies, and/or members.
Qualifications:
● Must be enrolled in a post secondary degree in program such as Community Economic & Social Development, Geography, Biology, Environmental Science or other related program
● Must be an passionate about gardening and hold a minimum of 1 year of experience working or volunteering
● Must be eligible to legally work in Canada
● Experience in a supervisory role and team leadership skills is an asset
● Comfortable working independently, remotely and in an outdoor and office setting
● Preference will be given to currently enrolled Algoma University students first and secondly recent graduates
How to apply:
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST. This one-year contract position offers a Competitive Base Wage of $15/Hour plus a flexible work environment and an Extended Healthcare & Dental Benefit Package. A contract extension will be considered based on performance. Only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. AUSU is an equal opportunity employer who offers a diverse work environment. Applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Position: Student Housing Researcher
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ Paid by Honorarium
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The duties and responsibilities of the Affordable Student Housing Research Placement Student shall include but not be limited to:
Other Duties:
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.
For Current Students
Contract Details: 1 Academic Year/ Part-time/ Paid by Honorarium
Start Date: May 1st, 2021
Application Deadline: April 23, 2021 4:00PM (EST)
The duties and responsibilities of the Affordable Student Housing Research Placement Student shall include but not be limited to:
- Research and establish working partnerships with local community organizations within the Sault Ste. Marie and Brampton areas that include but are not limited to immigration and settlement, social services, housing and crisis services in order to share knowledge of homelessness and the settlement of newcomers to the area
- Explore the viability of housing and property investment and acquisition in the Sault Ste Marie Area for the purpose of the development of transitional student housing
- Gain an understanding of Landlord tenant rights/laws as well as Human and charter of right laws
- Assist with developing a report on area rental vacancies, affordability and access to campus as well as essential business and services
- Liaise with AU administration and various student groups to housing and crisis needs on the Main campus in addition to offering support to establish similar programming on Satellite Campuses.
- Work with VP Campus Affairs to facilitate forums and research surveys to gain better understanding of student housing needs and advocate for programming
- Identify target demographics and develop a case intake process and establish metrics for onboarding and offboarding student clientele
- Research housing models, logistics and operational requirements to successfully run and develop a student housing development for example, building and apartment styles, amenities, job creation and maintenance requirements. Report on how such a service may benefit students as well as the greater community
- Assist with developing a mentorship program to educate, reduce stigma and increase outreach; instill confidence and foster affordable housing and community development career opportunities for AU Students
- Fill in the gaps in the research by assessing the need for additional student housing first by establishing partnerships with initiatives such as UTILE and participating in the national FLASH study to obtain primary research data
- Seek grant funding to undergo a regional housing study specifically geared toward post secondary students in Northern Ontario and the Algoma district demographics
- Work with a consultant to undergo a feasibility analysis to determine the appropriate housing type, number of units, location, cost, ownership/partnership, design, permits and engineering, operations and maintenance, legal and financing costs
- Complete GIS Analyses that identify where current student dwellings are dispersed in the area, types of dwellings, costs and amenities. Make recommendations based on findings from research data to identify an appropriate location for development with special attention to access to essential services, access to campus and property and land taxes.
- Further explore the viability of cooperative housing model, identify and develop partnerships and potential investors for the development
- Secure financing for the construction and development costs to execute the said project
- Undergo continuous evaluation to determine whether the project was suitable to address the student housing accessibility needs
Other Duties:
- Shall be consulted and engaged to perform any other duties that are in the best interest of AUSU as approved and/or mandated by the Board, its By-laws, policies, and/or members
- Shall serve a maximum of 150 hours over the Spring, Fall and/or Winter semesters as required by your Academic department to receive credits for your placement course
(Applicable only to those wishing to use this position as a placement)
If you are looking for a challenging and deeply rewarding opportunity and you believe you meet the requirements to be successful in this role, please submit a cover letter and resume via email to studentunion@algomau.ca by Friday April 23, 2021 at 4:00PM EST.