English DSC First Year Representative

Arts and Science Undergraduate Society (ASUS); Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A university student organization is seeking a volunteer for the role of First Year Representative to enhance the academic and social experiences of new students in the English department. This position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as the representative will act as a liaison between the English Department and first-year students. Responsibilities include promoting DSC events and fostering a welcoming environment. Applications are open until the position is filled, offering valuable experience in student engagement.

Qualifications

• Act as a liaison between first-year students and the English DSC/Department.
• Promote DSC events and encourage involvement from first-year students.
• Ability to engage with students and represent their interests.

Responsibilities

• Represent first-year students' interests to the DSC.
• Promote and encourage participation in events.
• Foster a welcoming atmosphere among peers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to foster a welcoming environment

Initiative in engaging with students

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.