DAN Department Student Council Members (1st round)

Arts & Science Undergraduate Society; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arts & Science Undergraduate Society seeks enthusiastic volunteers for various unpaid roles within the DAN School. Available positions include Event Coordinator, Fundraising Coordinator, and Equity and Access Representative, requiring strong collaboration and commitment to student engagement. Candidates must attend training and regular meetings to contribute effectively to the council's mission.

Qualifications

• Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14.
• Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5:30–6:30 PM for council meetings (subject to change).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and executing events for DAN School students.
• Develops initiatives that support financial sustainability of council events.
• Promotes accessibility and inclusivity across all DAN School operations.

Job description

Applications will remain open until August 1st 2025

Time Commitment

8 month term from September 1st, 2025 to April 30th, 2026. If this position is subject to an honorarium, payouts will be in accordance with the Human Resources Honoraria Policy Grid 9.05.02 which can be accessed here : https : / / static1.squarespace.co...

Please see Part 3 : Hiring in the HR Policy Manual for in-depth eligibility criteria for the position pertaining to academic standing, work-study positions, exchange status, etc.

Available Positions

Event Coordinator (2 positions)

Event Coordinators are responsible for planning and executing events for DAN School students. This includes traditional events such as the year-end Formal and "Are You Smarter Than a Professor?", as well as new student-led initiatives each semester. This role requires strong collaboration with the Assistant Event Coordinator and Marketing Coordinator.

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5 : 30–6 : 30 PM for council meetings (subject to change)

Note : This is an unpaid position.

The Fundraising Coordinator develops initiatives that support the financial sustainability of council events.

Key responsibilities include :

Organizing council merchandise in the Fall semester

Leading the main fundraiser and assisting with additional events in Winter

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5 : 30–6 : 30 PM for council meetings (subject to change)

Note : This is an unpaid position.

Equity and Access Representative (1 position)

This representative promotes accessibility and inclusivity across all DAN School operations and events.

Duties include :

Facilitating communication lines for student concerns

Attending weekly DAN School Access Committee meetings

Meeting monthly with DAN School staff on equity issues

Assisting Year Representatives with a Wellness Resource Binder

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5 : 30–6 : 30 PM for council meetings (subject to change)

Note : This is an unpaid position.

The Marketing Coordinator leads all promotional and communication efforts for the Council.

Responsibilities include :

Planning and executing marketing campaigns

Coordinating newsletters

Managing the Council's Instagram (graphic design, post management)

Exploring additional strategies to drive event engagement

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5 : 30–6 : 30 PM for council meetings (subject to change)

Note : This is an unpaid position.

Photographer / Videographer (2 positions)

This role involves documenting council events and providing content for marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities include :

Photographing or recording an average of 1–2 council events per month

Optionally organizing a photography-based event (e.g., headshot sessions)

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Not required to attend bi-weekly council meetings

Note : This is an unpaid position.

DAN Studio Series (DSS) Producer (2 positions)

The DAN Studio Series (DSS) showcases student-created theatre productions in both the Fall and Winter terms. Producers oversee the full production process—from administration and marketing to budgeting and fundraising—while helping shape the creative vision of each performance.

Time Commitment :

Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14

Must be available bi-weekly on Saturdays from 5 : 30–6 : 30 PM for council meetings (subject to change)

• Note : This is an unpaid position.

Will collaborate regularly with the DAN DSC Co-Presidents

Note : This is an unpaid position.

QUSMEA Director (1 Position)

Join the DAN DSC as the QUSMEA as the Director, overseeing all QUSMEA initiatives under the DAN Department Student Council. Collaborate with Co-Presidents to form and lead a dedicated team, organize meetings, and manage event logistics and budgets. Drive the creative vision by planning diverse activities like coffee houses and conferences, ensuring timely completion of AMS and ASUS event forms. Attend bi-weekly council meetings to update on QUSMEA progress and align with DAN School student needs.

Time Commitment :

• Must attend council training on Sunday, September 14
• Must attend all DAN DSC meetings throughout the year
• Will collaborate regularly with the DAN DSC Co-Presidents and QUSMEA Team

Note : This is an unpaid position.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the DAN Department Student Council Co-Presidents Sophie Wilson (dan.president @asus.queensu.ca)& Ella Hammett (president.dan @asus.queensu.ca)or TashaiGardner, the ASUS Human Resources Officer, at hro@ asus.queensu.ca.

ASUS Office

Phone : [phone] x75441

Our hours are Monday to Friday from 9 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm.