Student Groups Coordinator

Closing date of opportunity: 07/25/2022 at 11pm

Name or Organization: AUArts Students' Association

Contact Email: programs.sa@auarts.ca

Come Work with Us! 

Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts, and here you’ll find yourself surrounded by the connoisseurs of Calgary’s contemporary culture. At the AUArts Students’ Association (AUArts SA), you’ll be working with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience. 

Be on the pulse of Calgary’s creative community and work with Alberta’s up and coming cultural innovators!

Student Groups Coordinator

The Student Groups Coordinator will work with the Students’ Association and campus clubs, groups and galleries to coordinate funding options and support group needs. The Student Groups Coordinator will help student groups attain funding on a case-to-case basis, utilizing the Community Grants program.

Employment Type: Part-time, hourly wage (approx. 12 hours per week)
Contract Length: August 2022 – May 2023
Hourly Pay Range: $15 - $18 per hour depending on experience

Core Objectives

·       Work with Programs Manager in creating effective management strategy of both the Community Grants program and student groups

·       Oversee the Call of Applicants and adjudication of Community Grants

·       Serve as the main point of contact for student groups and Community Grants inquiries

·       Promote student group programming with the goal of supporting community engagement

·       Support student groups in the submission of a grant report

·       Write reports as requested to present to the Programs Manager and Executive Director on student groups and Community Grant performance

·       Be able to work independently and cooperatively with members of the Students’ Association to ensure quality performance

·       Complete other duties as assigned by the Programs Manager

Who You Are

Here at AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too… 

Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace. 

Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small. 

Inspiration & Innovation - Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services. 

Qualifications and Skills

·       Time management and ability to balance multiple priorities

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills to work collaboratively with student groups and the Students’ Association at large

·       Ability to work equitably with all students and provide support as and when required

·       Working knowledge of Microsoft suite and Squarespace considered an asset

Apply Now!

Email your resume and cover letter in a single PDF to Joel Farris at programs.sa@auarts.ca

Please ensure you specify which job you’re applying for and why you think you are a good fit for this position and within the AUArts SA team! 

Application Deadline is July 25, 2022 at 11pm MST. 

The AUArts Students’ Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. If you require any specific accommodations to be made during the interview process, please do not hesitate to include this information when submitting your application. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is open to everyone, however AUArts students and alumni will be prioritized.