English DSC First Year Representative

Arts & Science Undergraduate Society; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A student council organization in Kingston is seeking a First Year Representative to enhance the academic and social experiences of first-year students. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison, promoting events, and engaging students. The position offers an inclusive environment and requires strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role is voluntary for the 8-month term from October 2025 to April 2026.

Qualifications

• Must foster a welcoming environment for first-year students.
• Should promote DSC events effectively.
• Act as a liaison between first-year students and the DSC.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison and represent first-year students.
• Promote DSC events and encourage involvement.
• Take initiative in engaging first-year students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Job description

VOLUNTEER POSITION(S)

English DSC Members (positions below).

The English DSC works to enhance the academic and social experience for students in the department. The council organizes events, fosters student engagement, and represents the interests of English students. Each member contributes to the execution of events, outreach efforts, and the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Applications will remain open until a competitive pool of applicants have applied.

Expected Time Commitment and Remuneration

8-month term from October, 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.

Roles and Responsibilities

First Year Representative

• The first-year rep acts as a liaison between first-year students and the English DSC/English Department.
• Their responsibilities include representing the interests of first-year students, promoting DSC events, and encouraging first-years to get involved with the English Department.
• The first-year representative has strong communication and interpersonal skills, fosters a welcoming environment, and takes initiative in engaging with first-year students.

If there are any questions, concerns, or personal accommodations required during the application process, please contact the English Department Student Council Co-Presidents, Mehavi Jeyabalan (president.engl @asus.queensu.ca), Eva Sheahan (engl.president @asus.queensu.ca), or Tashai Gardner, 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.