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Residence Don
3 days ago
Position Summary: Reporting to the Residence Life Manager, Residence Dons play a key role in administering the residence life program. As a live-in support, Dons have an opportunity to contribute significantly to student development at Mount Allison. Through regular interaction with residence students, Residence Dons share in the task of developing the whole person, helping to create a comfortable and nurturing residence environment that provides opportunities for personal growth and academic success.
Hours of Work: There are no fixed hours of work. A Don, generally speaking, is required to be available and may be called upon at any time, evenings, weekends and statutory holidays, when residences are occupied by students. This appointment is for a term of 8 months (August 2024 to May 2025), with the possibility of renewal.
Position Description:
Prime Functions The prime functions of a Residence Don are to promote and uphold the aims and objectives of the University and the positive welfare of students in the residence community and in dining halls by providing supervision, guidance and support to those students while at the same time ensuring that University policies are observed. Duties and Responsibilities Residence Dons shall:
Qualifications/skills
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent other post-secondary education Satisfactory Criminal Records CheckCandidates should also demonstrate:
Excellent communication, intercultural, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated experience working with youth between 18-24 years Experience leading and facilitating large groups of people and teams Ability to respond to respond to concerns and situations with professionalism, diplomacy, and discretion Ability to work under pressure Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment Experience responding to crises/critical incidents is considered an asset Ability to create an environment that fosters inclusion and a respect for diversity Date of Closure:
Applications should be received by the Student Life office on or before Friday, July 19, 2024. Please submit your resume and cover letter to